Shriners Children’s is an internationally known leader in treating cleft lip, cleft palate and other craniofacial differences.

At Shriners Children's, our medical team assesses each child's specific craniofacial (head and face) condition and develops a care plan based on that child's specific needs.

Our team of craniofacial specialists will be there for every part of your child’s treatment to help with the physical, social and emotional aspects that come with cleft lip, cleft palate and other craniofacial conditions. Shriners Children’s believes in turning hopes and dreams into reality and helping kids live their absolute best lives.

We treat any craniofacial condition, including the following:

  • Cleft lip
  • Cleft palate (including Robin sequence)
  • Craniosynostosis
  • Facial trauma/fractures
  • Craniofacial microsomia (including Hemifacial microsomia, Goldenhar’s syndrome)
  • Any ear condition (prominent ears, cupped ear)

Specific treatments and services may vary by location. Please contact a specific location for more information.

Everyone who has come into my life here and been involved with my treatment has made such an effort to build relationships with me so I feel comfortable with them.
Jennifer, Boston
mom holding cleft patient, three providers

A Comprehensive Approach to Craniofacial Care

Shriners Children’s offers advanced treatments and services for all of your child's craniofacial needs. This includes surgical care, dental and orthodontic related services and speech therapy.

Services We Provide

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Dental Radiology

Shriners Children's offers dental radiology which uses painless X-ray machines such as pan ceph and CBCT, to show surgeons 3D views of a child's jaw bone, teeth and other facial structures. This helps with evaluation and treatment planning.

Next Steps

Request an Appointment

Families and caregivers seeking treatment should start by contacting us for an appointment.

Log in to the Patient Portal

Parents and guardians of existing patients can email, request records, schedule appointments and more.

Refer a Patient

Physicians and healthcare providers can request appointments, start transfers or contact us with questions.