--- title: "Congenital defect repair | Sutter Health" description: "Head and facial abnormalities can make everyday activities like eating and speaking challenging. Our skilled plastic surgeons specialize in congenital defect repair, such as cleft palate and cleft lip." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/congenital-defect-repair" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Congenital Defect Repair ![congenital-defect-repair-2](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/congenital-defect-repair-2.jpg?h=2100&iar=0&w=3150) # Congenital defect repair Head and facial abnormalities can make everyday activities like eating and speaking challenging. Our skilled plastic surgeons specialize in congenital defect repair, such as cleft palate and cleft lip. [Find a plastic surgeon](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Reconstructive+Surgery%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ![congenital-defect-repair-2](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/congenital-defect-repair-2.jpg?h=2100&iar=0&w=3150) ## Why choose Sutter? It can feel overwhelming if your child was born with a congenital defect, but you're not alone. The CDC reports that 1 in 33 babies in the U.S. is born with a congenital defect each year. At Sutter, our team of skilled plastic surgeons help treat conditions such as cleft palate and cleft lip shortly after birth. We’ll work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan for your child’s facial reconstruction, including surgery and rehabilitation. Our plastic surgeons collaborate with a team of craniofacial specialists including dentists, pediatricians and speech pathologists to ensure the best care for your child. For hand, foot and ankle conditions, we take a similar multidisciplinary approach to treat your child’s condition and support your entire family. ## By the numbers ### 27+ doctors specialize in reconstructive plastic surgery. ### 20 locations in our communities each year to improve access to care. ### 10 Sutter hospitals honored as America's best for 2024 by Healthgrades. ### 1 in 100 Americans receive their healthcare from Sutter. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - Cleft lip and palate - Clubfoot ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Children%27s+health%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Class ### [A CPMC Perinatal Offering - Postpartum Health & Baby Care eClass (ANYTIME ONLINE)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/699f60ec6a09a6e4f45c50e6/) Postpartum Health & Baby Care, a unique online learning experience that you can complete at your leisure. Takes 2-3 hours to complete with 9 months of access to review over and over again. - Class, Event ### [A Baby Care eClass with Additional Review Session](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/68f6a5ba56f5f98146cce0fc/) This eClass helps with navigating the transition to parenthood. Current info to learn newborn care skills and what to expect in the early days. Essential prenatal class for pregnancy! - Class ### [A CPMC Prenatal Offering - Childbirth Preparation Natural Childbirth Techniques eClass (ANYTIME ONLINE)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6735252d2b7157e808ad2855/) This self-paced, online class is available for 9 months after initial log in and is designed for those planning a birth with few to no medical interventions. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Children%27s+health%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Reconstructive care for congenital conditions Get care at Sutter to improve function and support your child's growth and well-being. 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