The skull of newborns consists of several soft bone plates that are extremely mobile. This ensures they are able to pass through the birth canal safely. As the baby grows, the bones eventually become fused together. When they fuse together too early, it can result in pediatric craniosynostosis. This restrictive condition can impact the growth …
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As an esteemed oral and maxillofacial surgeon who participates with the Cleft and Craniofacial Team at the Children’s Hospital in New Orleans, Dr. James is sought out by families facing the prospect of vault remodeling and other craniofacial surgeries. Our staff understands the complex nature of surgical care, and we are mindful to provide our …
Surgery can be a frightening prospect, not only for a child but also for parents and other family members. The staff at Cleft and Facial Cosmetic Surgery Center offers compassionate support for everyone involved in the pediatric surgical case. We encourage you to contact us with questions regarding your child’s condition, the need for surgery, …
The lips are a front-and-center kind of feature that can either make you feel great about how you look or make you wish for more. The popularity of lip injections is a testament to our love of full, rounded, upturned lips. If you haven’t jumped on board with this trend, you may be missing out …
Many babies are born with slightly deformed skulls. If you have noticed that the sutures in your infant’s skull has prematurely fused and hardened it is important to have the skull repaired, in order to allow the brain to grow and expand. If not repaired, craniosynostosis can set in causing your child headaches, nausea and …
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