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. 2003 Nov;15(4):487-95, v.
doi: 10.1016/S1042-3699(03)00063-3.

The nasolabial flap

Brian L Schmidt  1 , Eric J Dierks
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The nasolabial flap

Brian L Schmidt et al. Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am. 2003 Nov.

Abstract

The nasolabial flap is a straightforward and time-tested reconstructive option suitable for a variety of facial and oral defects. The superiorly and inferiorly based variants are well described in the literature and offer a rapid and reliable alternative to time-consuming microvascular free flaps and less esthetic skin grafts. Despite newer and more complex alternatives, the nasolabial flap maintains its prominent position in the reconstructive armamentarium of the oral and maxillofacial surgeon.

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