Cleft Lip and Palate- The Role Of a Pedodontist An Initiative To Make Every Smile Beautiful

Children with facial differences have unique identities with something special to add to the community. But they are often seen as object of pity, suffering 'emotional burn out' & the pain of 'being different'. Thus it is our duty to provide them with hope and boost their confidence to live a balanced and fulfilling life, without the fear of being judged or pressurized to act otherwise. A Pediatric dentist is an integral part of the cleft rehabilitative process, right from birth till onset of adulthood, being well versed with a child's growth, development as well as psychological well being. They play a pivotal role in restoring both esthetics & function of a cleft child, in a most empathetic way. As truly said... "Nothing is more beautiful than the smile that has struggled through tears", thus this novel has been a humble effort to pen down the enormous challenges faced by these innocent souls & the inevitable role played by a Pedodontist, in providing comprehensive care, in order to achieve the best possible outcome and meaningfully improve their quality of life.