All surgical procedures, including cleft lip and palate repair, carry inherent risks such as bleeding, wound separation, infection, and those associated with anesthesia. However, these risks are significantly minimized when the procedure is performed by experienced plastic surgeons and anesthesiologists specializing in this field. The primary goal of cleft lip repair is to achieve symmetrical closure of the defect, ideally in a single operation, although a secondary procedure may sometimes be necessary to optimize the outcome. For cleft palate repair, the main objective is to close the opening, facilitating proper feeding and speech development. All children undergoing cleft palate repair should be referred to a speech therapist post-surgery to support their linguistic development. Occasionally, challenges such as healing complications or persistent speech impediments may necessitate further surgical interventions.