Myomucosal composite graft: A simple technique for full-thickness vermilion defects of the lower lip.
Head Neck
; 46(7): 1841-1845, 2024 Jul.
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| ID: mdl-38716759
ABSTRACT
Reconstruction of vermillion defects of the lower lip requires careful consideration of functional and aesthetic aspects. Traditionally, various local flap methods involving tissue advancement from the corner of the mouth, lateral chin, and medial cheek have been commonly employed to fill lower lip defects. However, these approaches have inherent limitations, which include technical complexity, disruption of the orbicularis oris muscle, lip tightening, microstomia, and visible scarring. To overcome these limitations, we employed a free myomucosal composite graft from the lower lip to reconstruct small to medium vermilion defects. Our technique is based on a simple and reproducible surgical approach that facilitates natural volume rearrangement of tissues. Moreover, this method enables precise inset and tension-free repair, prevents lip tightening, and offers excellent aesthetic outcomes with no vertical scarring and appropriate color matching with surrounding tissues.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Neoplasias Labiais
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Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica
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Lábio
Limite:
Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Head Neck
Assunto da revista:
NEOPLASIAS
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article
País de afiliação:
Coréia do Sul