Separate areas of the face develop individually during the early weeks of pregnancy. Sometimes, the sections do not fully meet, resulting in a cleft. This separation can occur in the lip, resulting in a cleft lip, or the roof of the mouth, resulting in a cleft palate.
In addition to being both an oral surgeon and physician, Dr. Christopher Galea is the region’s only fellowship-trained Pediatric Cleft and Craniofacial Surgeon. Dr. Galea developed such a passion for treating cleft patients that upon completing residency, he moved to Louisiana to complete a 2-year fellowship in Craniofacial and Cleft Surgery at Louisiana State University. Helping infants live healthier lives motivates Dr. Galea to be a guiding light in their journey to wellness, and he feels grateful for every opportunity to positively impact the lives of these children and their families.
If your child has a cleft lip or palate, we encourage you to contact Northern Nevada Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Reno and Sparks, NV. Our state-of-the-art offices are welcoming and warm, and you can expect to be treated with exceptional care every step of the way.
