Kansas Cleft and Craniofacial Center

Kansas Cleft and Craniofacial Center The Kansas Cleft and Craniofacial Center is a multi-disciplinary team of specialists for the treatment of complex congenital anomalies of the head & neck.

Tiny ears, big impact✨The EarWell Infant Ear Correction System is a gentle, non-surgical way to reshape newborn ears in ...
03/21/2026

Tiny ears, big impact✨
The EarWell Infant Ear Correction System is a gentle, non-surgical way to reshape newborn ears in the first weeks of life. Because cartilage is soft and moldable early on, we can guide the ear into a more typical shape—no surgery needed.

🕒 Best started within the first few weeks of life. Ear molding must be initiated before 6 weeks of age.

💤 Painless and well-tolerated

🔄 Weekly adjustments are required with your care team.

Early intervention matters! If you notice an ear difference at birth, don’t wait—timing makes all the difference.

Grateful for the opportunity to serve so many incredible families through the Kansas Cleft and Craniofacial Center. Over...
03/14/2026

Grateful for the opportunity to serve so many incredible families through the Kansas Cleft and Craniofacial Center. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of caring for so many amazing little patients and watching them grow. The cleft journey can be a long one, but these little ones never stop smiling through it—and both them and their families continue to inspire our entire team.

This sweet little boy is 6 weeks out from spring assisted cranioplasty. Spring assisted cranioplasty is a relatively new...
03/07/2026

This sweet little boy is 6 weeks out from spring assisted cranioplasty. Spring assisted cranioplasty is a relatively new but really amazing and effective procedure. It entails placing a spring along the fused suture to expand and reshape the skull. The coolest part is that it visibly expands the volume for the brain immediately in surgery, addressing any possible elevated intracranial pressures ! And it’s DOESNT require a helmet! The contour irregularities seem now will resolve once the springs are removed in 3 months. But the remarkable change in head shape will persist!

Behind every review is a family who trusted us with something so important — and that means everything. Caring for our c...
02/28/2026

Behind every review is a family who trusted us with something so important — and that means everything. Caring for our cleft and craniofacial patients is more than what we do, it’s who we are. We are honored to walk alongside each child and family through every appointment, every milestone, and every step of the journey. Your trust, your strength, and your kind words remind us why this work matters so much. Thank you for allowing our team to be part of your story. 💙

02/21/2026

Having your child undergo cleft surgery can feel overwhelming — we understand how scary that can be 🤍 But proper aftercare is such an important part of protecting this delicate repair and helping your little one heal beautifully.
From keeping the incision clean, to following feeding guidelines— every small step matters And the good news? You’re not doing it alone.
Our craniofacial team is here to walk you through every rule, every question, and every milestone along the way. Healing is a journey, and we’re honored to be part of yours. 💙

The nose can be very much affected by a cleft lip especially in a complete cleft. Repair of the nose (aka Primary cleft...
02/14/2026

The nose can be very much affected by a cleft lip especially in a complete cleft. Repair of the nose (aka Primary cleft rhinoplasty) at the time of cleft lip repair is very helpful. It offers both functional and aesthetic benefits, especially during early stages of development.

Benefits:
1. Improved Nasal Symmetry Early – Corrects nasal deformities immediately, reducing asymmetry from the start.
2. Better Long-Term Outcomes – Early intervention can reduce the severity of future surgeries.
3. Supports Normal Growth Patterns – Helps guide cartilage growth and improve nasal shape over time.
4. Minimizes Stigma – Early correction may reduce psychosocial impact and increase confidence as the child grows.
5. Single Anesthesia Event – Combines procedures to avoid multiple exposures to anesthesia.
6. Enhances Breathing Function – Improves nasal airway obstruction common with cleft-related deformities.

The nose can be very much affected by a cleft lip especially in a complete cleft. Repair of the nose (aka Primary cleft...
02/14/2026

The nose can be very much affected by a cleft lip especially in a complete cleft. Repair of the nose (aka Primary cleft rhinoplasty) at the time of cleft lip repair is very helpful. It offers both functional and aesthetic benefits, especially during early stages of development.

Benefits:
1. Improved Nasal Symmetry Early – Corrects nasal deformities immediately, reducing asymmetry from the start.
2. Better Long-Term Outcomes – Early intervention can reduce the severity of future surgeries.
3. Supports Normal Growth Patterns – Helps guide cartilage growth and improve nasal shape over time.
4. Minimizes Stigma – Early correction may reduce psychosocial impact and increase confidence as the child grows.
5. Single Anesthesia Event – Combines procedures to avoid multiple exposures to anesthesia.
6. Enhances Breathing Function – Improves nasal airway obstruction common with cleft-related deformities.

Our next multidisciplinary team clinic is March 7th! Multidisciplinary care is the standard of care because cleft and cr...
02/07/2026

Our next multidisciplinary team clinic is March 7th!

Multidisciplinary care is the standard of care because cleft and craniofacial conditions are complex, and care must be comprehensive.

Team-based care allows for:
✔️ Comprehensive treatment planning
✔️ Appropriate timing of surgeries and therapies
✔️ Early identification of complications
✔️ Reduced duplication of care

Cleft and craniofacial care spans infancy through adolescence. A coordinated team ensures continuity of care through each developmental stage.

🗓️ If you are due for your annual team appointment call (316) 684-2838 to schedule!

✨This sweet boy✨ was born with an incredibly wide cleft lip and palate. His premaxilla (the middle segment) was very far...
01/31/2026

✨This sweet boy✨ was born with an incredibly wide cleft lip and palate. His premaxilla (the middle segment) was very far away from the rest of the lip . He was told at another large children’s hospital that he would need this segment broken and fixed in stages with nasoalveolar molding.

With a thorough dissection, strong muscle and floor of the nose repair, we were able to repair his lip in ONE stage, WITHOUT breaking any bones, WITHOUT molding…giving him the beautiful smile he SO deserves! 🙌🏼

To schedule with Kansas Cleft Craniofacial Center, give us a call at (316)241-8263☎️

While it can feel overwhelming to hear a Cleft Lip diagnosis as parent, with proper treatment and a caring team, Cleft L...
01/24/2026

While it can feel overwhelming to hear a Cleft Lip diagnosis as parent, with proper treatment and a caring team, Cleft Lip is highly treatable and has long lasting results!

Today we’re celebrating something extra special—Ryleigh Shae’s 3-year smile anniversary 💛 She underwent cleft and palate...
01/17/2026

Today we’re celebrating something extra special—Ryleigh Shae’s 3-year smile anniversary 💛 She underwent cleft and palate surgery in December 2022, and her beautiful smile says it all. We’re honored to be part of her journey.

Today we’re celebrating something extra special—Ryleigh Shae’s 3-year smile anniversary 💛 She underwent cleft and palate...
01/17/2026

Today we’re celebrating something extra special—Ryleigh Shae’s 3-year smile anniversary 💛 She underwent cleft and palate surgery in December 2022, and her beautiful smile says it all. We’re honored to be part of her journey.

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The Wichita Cleft and Craniofacial Center at the Plastic Surgery Center

The Wichita Cleft & Craniofacial Team is a multi-disciplinary team of specialists for the treatment of complex congenital anomalies of the head and neck.

We are a dedicated team of professionals who have been serving the children of Kansas for over 30 years. We see patients from birth to adulthood, and we address any and all needs from feeding in the first days of life to final orthodontia. Our team includes a pediatric plastic surgeon, oral surgeon, otolaryngologist, orthodontist, speech pathologists, dental hygienist, audiologist, social worker, and nurse coordinator.

And now, we are very proud to announce that our team is certified by the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association and Cleft Palate Foundation, a nation accrediting agency.