Craniofacial Surgery in Kansas City

Surgical Care for Complex Needs

Comprehensive treatment for cleft and craniofacial conditions in Kansas City.

Comprehensive Craniofacial Care

Midwest Oral and Craniofacial Specialists provides advanced surgical care for children and adults with cleft, facial, jaw, and craniofacial conditions requiring specialized evaluation and treatment. Our multidisciplinary team works closely with families and referring providers to develop personalized surgical plans focused on both function and long-term quality of life.

Conditions We Commonly Treat

Specialized care for complex oral and craniofacial conditions.

Cleft Lip & Palate

Comprehensive surgical care and long-term treatment coordination for cleft-related conditions.

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Craniofacial Conditions

Evaluation and surgical management for congenital craniofacial abnormalities and developmental differences.

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Jaw Irregularities

Treatment for jaw growth discrepancies, facial asymmetry, and functional bite concerns.

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Facial Trauma

Reconstructive care for facial injuries affecting appearance, structure, or function.

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When to See a Craniofacial Specialist

Early evaluation can support better long-term outcomes and coordinated care planning.

Facial Asymmetry

Visible differences in facial balance, jaw positioning, or structural development may benefit from specialist evaluation.

Feeding or Speech Concerns

Cleft and craniofacial conditions may contribute to challenges involving feeding, swallowing, or speech development.

Congenital Conditions

Patients born with cleft, craniofacial syndromes, or facial differences often require ongoing multidisciplinary care.

Jaw Growth Issues

Difficulty chewing, bite misalignment, or abnormal jaw growth patterns may indicate underlying structural concerns.

What to Expect

  • 01

    Initial Consultation

    You’ll meet with one of our specialists, who will review your medical history and specific concerns during a comprehensive evaluation.

  • 02

    Diagnostics

    Your provider may request additional imaging or specialty consultations to support accurate diagnosis and planning.

  • 03

    Multidisciplinary Review

    Our team collaborates to evaluate functional, developmental, and surgical considerations in all relevant areas of care.

  • 04

    Personalized Plan

    We’ll create a customized treatment plan based on your condition, goals, and long-term care needs.

  • 05

    Ongoing Support

    Our patients and families receive continued education, follow-up care, and coordinated treatment support throughout the process.

Talk With Our Experts

Get in touch with our specialists to talk about next steps and treatment options.

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Surgical Treatment Options

Our team offers comprehensive surgical solutions tailored to individual patient needs. These are some of the areas we specialize in:

Cleft Repair

Surgical correction and reconstruction for cleft lip and cleft palate conditions.

Jaw Surgery

Corrective jaw procedures designed to improve bite alignment, facial balance, and function.

Cranial Reconstruction

Advanced reconstructive procedures for congenital or developmental craniofacial abnormalities.

Facial Reconstruction

Treatment focused on restoring facial structure, symmetry, and functionality following trauma or deformity.

Advanced Surgical Expertise

Our team combines advanced surgical training, detailed treatment planning, and modern diagnostic technology to deliver comprehensive craniofacial care. Through multidisciplinary collaboration and precise surgical techniques, we strive to support optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes for every patient.

Supporting Recovery & Long Term Care

Coordinated Post-Operative Care

All of our patients receive detailed recovery guidance, follow-up evaluations, and ongoing monitoring to support healing and long-term results.

Developmental Monitoring

Many craniofacial conditions, especially clefts in children, require continued evaluation to ensure appropriate treatment timing and outcomes.

Multidisciplinary Support

Speech therapy, orthodontics, airway management, and additional specialty services may be coordinated as needed as part of long-term care.

Find the Care You Need

Navigate your next steps with confidence and personalized recommendations.

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Meet Our Craniofacial Specialists

Patrick Christopher

DDS, MD

Pediatric Cleft & Craniofacial Surgeon

Dr. Robert O. Weiss II

MD, DDS.

Pediatric Cleft & Craniofacial Surgeon

Hear From Our Patients

  • Our family and friends have asked us if we’re nervous for surgeries and our response has always been no. We genuinely feel like we’re sending our child back to two goofy uncles who just so happen to be highly skilled..."

    - Kross R.

  • We cannot say enough amazing things about the amazing team that has been built within Midwest Cleft and Craniofacial Specialists. It truly is a TEAM of people who have come together to best help support families in one of the..."

    - Briggs F.

  • Our overall experience with the Midwest Cleft & Craniofacial Specialists team as being like family. They truly make you feel understood and involved in all aspects of the team and care. I couldn’t believe it when Dr. Weiss handed me..."

    - Rayne

We Are on Every Insurance Plan

We know that accessible craniofacial care is important.

Frequently Asked Questions

Compassionate Care for Complex Needs

Helping patients and families find trusted care with confidence and support.