What’s in a name?

Welcome to the website of The Center for Craniofacial and Children's Reconstructive Surgery at Mercy.  We hope you find the contents of this site both informative and inspiring.

“Why Expressions?” you may wonder.

The patients and families of our Center make us who we are, and define compassion for us on a daily basis. 

For most families, the first days and weeks of learning their child has been diagnosed with a craniofacial anomaly, or has been involved in an accident causing craniofacial trauma, are unsettling.  The unknowns often bring about feelings of fear and grief.  It’s not long before these emotions are transformed into hopeful, healthful and brighter months and years.  Our team experiences many of these emotions right along with our families as we offer support and encouragement.  In turn, we witness countless expressions of love and selflessness to provide these children with a better tomorrow.

The outstanding team at the Center for Craniofacial Reconstructive Surgery includes doctors and health care providers from specialties such as:

	Otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat)
	Neurosurgery (brain, spinal cord, nerves)
	Ophthalmology (eyes)
	Pediatrics (children)
	Dentistry (teeth)
	Craniofacial Orthotics (helmet molding therapy)
	Nurses, speech therapists and social workers

Click here to read a personal welcome from W. Dale Franks Jr., DDS, MD, our Medical Director, and additional information about our center.

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