Cleft Lip
Cleft Lip
A Cleft Lip (pronounced: /klɛft lɪp/) is a congenital deformity caused by abnormal facial development during gestation. This condition is a type of clefting congenital deformity caused by abnormal facial development during gestation.
Etymology
The term "Cleft Lip" comes from the Old English word "cleofan" and the Old Norse word "kljúfa", both meaning "to split". The term "lip" comes from the Old English word "lippa".
Definition
A Cleft Lip is a physical split or separation of the two sides of the upper lip that appears as a narrow opening or gap in the skin of the upper lip. This separation often extends beyond the base of the nose and includes the bones of the upper jaw and/or upper gum.
Related Terms
- Cleft Palate: A condition in which the two plates of the skull that form the hard palate (roof of the mouth) are not completely joined.
- Congenital Deformity: A deformity that is present at birth.
- Gestation: The period of time between conception and birth.
- Upper Jaw: The fixed part of the mouth, which includes the teeth and gums.
- Upper Gum: The part of the mouth where the teeth are embedded.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cleft Lip
- Wikipedia's article - Cleft Lip
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