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Deepithelialized mucosal-submucosal flaps to correct the "whistling lip" deformity
1Denver General Hospital, CO.
The Cleft Palate Journal
|April 1, 1989
Summary
A new surgical technique using deepithelialized mucosal-submucosal flaps corrects "whistling lip" deformity after cleft lip repair. This method augments the central tubercle and reduces lip fullness, also aiding mucosal contour defects.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Craniofacial Surgery
- Pediatric Surgery
Background:
- The "whistling lip" deformity can occur after bilateral cleft lip repair.
- Existing methods for correction have limitations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a novel surgical technique for correcting "whistling lip" deformity.
- To evaluate the utility of this technique for mucosal contour defects following unilateral cleft lip repair.
Main Methods:
- Utilizes medially based deepithelialized mucosal-submucosal flaps.
- Flaps are used to augment the central tubercle and reduce lateral lip fullness.
Main Results:
- The technique effectively addresses "whistling lip" deformity.
- It is also beneficial for certain mucosal contour defects after unilateral cleft lip repair.
Conclusions:
- This flap technique offers a viable solution for "whistling lip" deformity.
- It provides advantages over existing procedures for specific cleft lip-related defects.