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Term: Hair Lip

Description:

Hair lip, also known as cleft lip, is a congenital deformity characterized by a split or gap in the upper lip. It occurs during embryonic development and can vary in severity from a small notch to a complete separation. This condition may affect an individual's appearance, speech, and feeding abilities, and typically requires surgical intervention.

Examples:

1. The baby was born with a hair lip, causing the parents to seek immediate medical attention.
2. Due to his hair lip, John had difficulties pronouncing certain sounds.
3. The surgeon successfully repaired the hair lip through a delicate surgical procedure.
4. Emily underwent speech therapy to improve her communication skills affected by her hair lip.

Possible Related Products:

• Cleft Lip Care Products
• Specialized Pacifiers for Cleft Lip
• Speech Therapy Books
• Surgical Repair Tools