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Best Approach for Mentalis Resuspension?
asked 3 years ago by ximbo in usa
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 944 times
Tags: chin
When performing a mentalis resuspension chin surgery, which is the best approach? Intraorally? Extraorally? Can you please tell me why? Thank you.
1 answer to Best Approach for Mentalis Resuspension?
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Resuspend the mentalis intra-orally but there are other options
This is a delicate procedure that you should definitely seek the skiils of an experienced surgeon. The following is only my opinion and it may differ from other providers.
Probably the most common cause of this is the intra-oral approach to the chin in which the muscle is transected as it originates off the symphysis to insert on the skin. The detached muscle bunches upon itself causing the so-called prune chin deformity.
It can be difficult to correct and securely attach the muscle back...
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Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
Chicago Plastic Surgeon