What is Van der Woude syndrome?

Also known as: VDWS.

Van der Woude syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects the mouth and face. The most common symptoms are cleft lip, cleft palate, depressions (pits) or extra tissue on the lower lip and missing teeth on occasion.

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Reviewed by: Mislen S Bauer, MD

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