Have You Met Sandy?
Sandy was born with a cleft palate that was undiagnosed for many years. When her daughter, Kim, was born with a rare genetic difference, also undiagnosed for many years, Sandy decided it would be her life’s work to advocate for her daughter and support other parents to do the same.
Have You Met Lander?
Lander was like most kids; curious, friendly, and caring. At seven years old, his pediatric dentist shared he had a “severe overjet.” His front teeth jetted out far enough that they would always be exposed. Mom and Dad knew something was different, but a diagnosis changes everything. With top teeth
Have You Met Mark?
Mark Fetterman lives near our Clinic and supports our work because he knows the positive impact we have in the lives of our patients. Read his inspiring story about how he actively chose to not let his cleft define his future. I was born in 1971 in Wilmington, Delaware with
Have You Met Leah?
Leah was born with Down Syndrome. And it was a surprise to her parents. All they want is for her to be happy, but she really struggled to eat as a baby. Leah could nurse, but bottles didn’t work and a pacifier was never comforting. Imagine not being able to
Tuesdays with Nola
Team Tuesdays can be stressful with so many patients and their families visiting the Clinic on the same day. Sometimes our longtime volunteer, Joni, will bring Nola to visit with patients. Nola is a King Charles Spaniel with the perfect disposition to bring calming joy on a busy day. Joni