[Use of nasolabial flap in facial plasty]

Using nasolabial flaps, 32 facial plastic operations were carried out and satisfactory results were obtained in all 32 cases. There were ectropion of the upper lip in 16 cases, ectropion of the lower lid in 14 cases and inferior nasal defect in 2 cases. This nasolabial flap can be transferred directly or through subcutaneous tunnel to repair a minor defect of the lower lid, the upper lip or nose etc. It give the best color and texture match. The ratio of length to width of the flaps was 4 to 1 or lower. The donor site within 3 cm can be directly suture and its scar along the nasolabial crease is vague. The operation is simple and aesthetic result is good.