Landmarks of the Lip and Cleft Lip

Question 1

Where/what is the philtrum?

Answer 1

• Vertical groove located above the lips

Question 2

Where/what is the philtril ridge?

Answer 2

• location of cleft lip

Question 3

What is a cleft lip?

Answer 3

• A birth defect that causes a split or opening in the upper lip

Question 4

What are some complications of a cleft lip?

Answer 4

• Difficulties with feeding in infancy
• Surgery will be needed to repair the lip
• May need orthodontic care when older
• May or may not have speech difficulties

Question 5

Location (inside mouth) of a complete cleft lip:

Answer 5

along the premaxillary suture