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Posts by Gregory D. Pearson, MD

Posted by: Gregory D. Pearson, MD on Sep 29, 2026

Ear differences like prominent ears, microtia and skin tags can leave families with questions about hearing and treatment. Learn when these conditions may affect hearing, what surgical and non-surgical options are available, and what to consider when deciding on care.

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Tissue Expansion: How it Can Help Repair Damaged Skin
Tissue expansion is a way for doctors to stretch skin so that the body’s own tissue can be used to repair skin-related damage and other conditions.
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Microcephaly: Definition and Treatment Options
Microcephaly occurs when a baby or child has a smaller-than-expected head size due to differences in brain growth or, rarely, skull development. Learn about possible causes, signs to watch for, how it’s diagnosed, and the therapies and treatments that can support a child’s development.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Underbite Correction with an Innovative Treatment

Oct 16, 2024

Many patients with facial differences, including cleft lip and palate, have changes to their jaws that result in the top jaw being behind the bottom jaw, resulting in an underbite. Potential treatment options include headgear, braces and surgery. One novel treatment option is bone anchored maxillary protraction, also known as bollard plates. Read More

Baby’s Head Shape: Should You Be Concerned?

Baby’s Head Shape: Should You Be Concerned?

Jan 17, 2024

Bringing a baby home from the hospital can be a scary time for a parent as they navigate the first few months as an expanded family. The list of things to worry about as a child develops can seem endless, and baby’s head shape is a common item on that list. Read More