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A Simplified Protocol for Protecting Palatal Soft Tissue Donor Sites Using an Oral Mucoadhesive Bandage
Published on: February 17, 2026
[The silicone palatal plaque: an effective bandage after harvesting autogenous hard palate mucosa]
M Couvidat1, D Labbe, E Thiboust
1Service d'Ophtalmologie, CHU, Caen. magali.couvidat@caramail.com
Introduction:
Autogenous hard palate mucosa is recognized in eyelid surgery for reconstruction of the posterior lamella. Complications such as pain or donor site hemorrhage are due to surgical technique and can reduce the indications for this graft.
Method:
We describe the autogenous hard palate mucosa graft technique and the production of a silicone plaque for the palate.
Results:
For the three patients studied, the autogenous hard palate mucosal graft was effective in reconstructing the lower eyelid posterior lamella with good functional and aesthetic results. The silicone palatal plaque controlled palatal hemorrhage and pain and accelerated palatal mucosa healing.
Conclusion:
The silicone palatal plaque is an advantageous adjuvant for autogenous hard palate mucosa.
