Constructing the philtral column in the secondary cleft lip deformity: utilizing the palmaris longus graft

The philtrum and the Cupid's bow are the most prominent features of the upper lip and are crucial for normal appearance. Unfortunately, projection of the philtral column is a common deficiency of the repaired cleft lip. Although a multitude of methods for constructing the philtral dimple and ri...

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Published in:	Annals of plastic surgery Vol. 70; no. 3; pp. 296 - 300
Main Authors:	Lim, Alan A, Allam, Karam A, Taneja, Rashmi, Kawamoto, Henry K
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-03-2013
Subjects:	Adolescent Adult Cleft Lip - surgery Female Follow-Up Studies Humans Lip - surgery Male Patient Satisfaction Reconstructive Surgical Procedures - methods Retrospective Studies Surgical Flaps Tendons - transplantation Young Adult
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