Top 3 Cleft Lip Repair Clinics in Jordan 2026

When do you need this specialty or procedure?

Cleft lip is a gap or split in the upper lip that forms before birth. It can occur on its own or alongside a cleft of the palate, the roof of the mouth. Repair is a surgical procedure that closes the lip and reshapes the tissues around it. In many care pathways the first repair is done in infancy, with timing set by the surgical team after they review the child's general health and feeding. Cleft care is usually multidisciplinary and may involve plastic or maxillofacial surgeons, dentists, speech and hearing specialists and feeding support. This team-based approach matches mainstream guidance from major health bodies.

You should arrange a consultation when a baby is born with a cleft lip or palate and the family needs a treatment plan. Older children and adults who had a repair may also want a review of scars, nasal shape, speech or dental alignment. A paediatrician or dentist may also refer you.

Seek urgent care, or call 911, if you notice any of the following:

• Difficulty breathing, noisy breathing during feeds, or blue or grey lips
• Refusing feeds, repeated vomiting, or signs of dehydration such as fewer wet nappies, a dry mouth, sunken eyes or unusual sleepiness
• Fever together with redness, swelling, pus or bleeding at the surgical site
• Bleeding that does not stop with firm, steady pressure

Do not give any medicine to a child without advice from a doctor. This page gives general information only and does not replace an assessment by a specialist team.

How to choose among the clinics here

Start with the service itself. Arafat Dental Clinics lists Cleft Lip Repair among its published services, alongside its oral and maxillofacial surgery work, and the platform has verified its profile. On Zoom Dental Clinic and Al Khalidi Medical Plaza the cleft service is not in the visible service list, so ask each one to confirm whether they perform it or arrange it with a partner team. A clinic that cannot confirm this quickly may not be the right first contact.

Next, check who would operate. Arafat's profile names one dentist with 15 years of experience. Zoom lists two dentists, with 19 and 18 years of experience. Al Khalidi lists 12 doctors across its clinics, including a plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Ask the clinic who would perform the operation, how often they treat cleft cases and how they work with other specialists.

Reviews can help, but treat them with care. Arafat's profile shows two approved reviews averaging 5, which is a small sample. Ask families for their own experience rather than relying on a few ratings.

Also ask where the operation takes place. Al Khalidi's description says operations needing hospital equipment are coordinated with an appropriate facility. Ask which facility that would be, who arranges anaesthesia and what follow-up care looks like after discharge.

Finally, match the practical details to your situation. Consider opening hours, the district you can reach easily and whether you need a clinic that can coordinate several appointments.

What to expect at the first visit

Bring any birth records, earlier operation notes, scans, a list of current medicines and any known allergies. For an infant, bring a note of feeding routine and any difficulties. For an older child or adult, bring details of previous repairs and any speech, hearing or dental concerns.

The specialist will usually examine the lip, palate, nose and teeth, ask about your medical and family history and explain what the findings mean. They should also discuss timing, the main options, the expected recovery, anaesthesia and the possible risks, and they should answer your questions in plain language.

Write your questions down before you go. Useful ones include who will operate, how many cleft repairs the team has done, what feeding support is available, where surgery would take place and what follow-up visits are planned. A companion who can take notes is helpful.

Insurance, fees and booking

Zoom Dental Clinic lists three insurers: Arab Orient Insurance, NatHealth and Med Service, The Specialized Company. If you have a policy, confirm in writing whether it covers the consultation, the surgery, anaesthesia, hospital costs and follow-up. Do not assume that a listed insurer covers cleft surgery; ask for the exact terms.

This page does not quote prices. Ask each clinic for its consultation fee and a written estimate for any surgery, including what is included and what might be extra.

Use the contact details shown on each clinic's profile on ClinicsJo to book. Published hours are Saturday to Thursday for all three providers. Zoom's Thursday hours end at 17:00 and Al Khalidi's end at 13:30, so plan accordingly.

Getting there

Arafat Dental Clinics and Zoom Dental Clinic are both in Tabarbour, Amman. Al Khalidi Medical Plaza is in Jabal Amman, Amman. Taxis and ride-hailing apps are widely used in Amman. Ask the clinic for the exact entrance and parking before you travel, and allow extra time during busy traffic hours, especially if you are travelling with a baby or young child.

Checklist before you book

• Confirm in writing that the clinic performs cleft lip repair, or arranges it with a named team
• Ask which surgeon would operate and their experience with cleft cases
• Ask where the operation and anaesthesia would take place
• Ask about feeding, speech, hearing and dental follow-up
• Check whether your insurer covers the consultation and surgery
• Request the consultation fee and a written estimate for any procedure
• Check the published opening hours against your schedule
• Bring previous records, scans and a list of medicines and allergies
• Keep emergency warning signs in mind and call 911 in an emergency