Children’s Craniofacial Surgery

Compassionate Care for Facial and Skull Conditions in NJ

When your child has a facial or skull condition, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed and unsure of what comes next. These conditions can sometimes affect more than just appearance. They may also impact important functions like breathing, eating, or speaking. At Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health, we’re here to help your child live fully and confidently.

Our board-certified craniofacial surgery teams provide expert, compassionate care to children of all ages, from newborns to teens, across New Jersey. Whether your child has a cleft lip or palate, birthmark, craniosynostosis, or a traumatic facial injury, we focus on improving both form and function. Our goal is to help your child thrive, not just through surgery, but through the ongoing support and guidance your family deserves.

Comprehensive, Team-Based Care for Cleft and Craniofacial Conditions

Children with cleft and craniofacial conditions often require care from multiple specialists, not just surgeons, but also dentists, speech therapists, social workers, and more. That’s why our hospitals follow the Standards of Team Care established by the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA), ensuring your child receives the most coordinated and effective care possible.

What this means for your child:

• Coordinated Expertise Across Specialties: We bring together a team of pediatric specialists, including craniofacial surgeons, plastic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and support staff, who work together in a unified care plan.
• Personalized Treatment Plans: Every child’s needs are unique. We tailor our surgical and supportive care based on your child’s age, diagnosis, and health history.
• Support Beyond Surgery: You’ll have access to services like social work, counseling, and educational resources, so you and your child never feel alone through this journey.

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