Cleft palate-lateral synechia syndrome (CPLS) is a congenital malformation syndrome characterized by the association of cleft palate and intra-oral lateral synechiae connecting the free borders of the palate and the floor of the mouth. CPLS is presumed to be inherited in an autosomal dominant manner.

An abnormal configuration of the lower lip such that it is turned outward i.e., everted, with the Inner aspect of the lower lip vermilion (normally opposing the teeth) being visible in a frontal view.