This document discusses cleft lip and palate, including the causes, types, treatment approach, and challenges. It notes that cleft lip and palate are common congenital abnormalities involving the lips, nose and mouth that can cause functional or aesthetic issues. The treatment is multidisciplinary from childhood through adulthood and involves plastic surgeons, oral surgeons, orthodontists and other specialists. The goal is to repair the cleft for normal appearance, speech, dentition and facial development.