Reconstruction of the upper lip and philtrum.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The procedure used to repair upper lip defects depends on various factors: size and location of the defect, the conditions of neighbouring tissues, and the aetiology of the deformity. A single-stage procedure rarely gives a satisfactory cosmetic outcome in patients who have also lost the philtrum or a philtral crease. Here, we describe a single-step procedure for the reconstruction of the upper lip and philtrum that resulted in a good aesthetic appearance.
Medical subject headings
- Lip
- Oral Surgical Procedures
- Plastic Surgery Procedures
- Surgical Flaps