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Construction of the cupid's bow

T R Vecchione

    Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
    |June 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study details a surgical technique to enhance the central upper lip, creating a defined cupid's bow, philtral dimple, and tubercle for improved aesthetics.

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    Area of Science:

    • Plastic Surgery
    • Aesthetic Surgery
    • Facial Anatomy

    Background:

    • The central upper lip's aesthetic appearance is crucial for facial harmony.
    • Enhancing the cupid's bow, philtral dimple, and tubercle can significantly improve central upper lip aesthetics.
    • Existing techniques may have limitations in achieving natural-looking central upper lip features.

    Observation:

    • The white roll of the upper lip is carefully dissected.
    • A composite graft of central vermilion is utilized to create a simulated tubercle.
    • A full-thickness skin graft is employed to reconstruct the philtral dimple.

    Findings:

    • The described surgical method effectively creates a defined cupid's bow.
    • The technique successfully simulates a tubercle using a vermilion graft.
    • A new philtral dimple is reconstructed with a full-thickness skin graft.

    Implications:

    • This technique offers a method for precise reconstruction of key central upper lip landmarks.
    • The procedure can lead to significant aesthetic improvements in the central upper lip.
    • Further studies may explore long-term outcomes and patient satisfaction with this approach.

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