Supratarsal approach to treatment of zygomatic complex fractures
Abstract
Many incisions have been described for approaches to zygomatic fractures. Precise repositioning of zygomatic complex fractures is difficult. The traditional approach is through an eyebrow incision, but it can produce a scar that causes aesthetic and psychological problems for the patient. We describe the supratarsal fold approach to expose the frontozygomatic suture and to reduce small displacements of frontal sinus anterior wall; it gives good access and excellent aesthetic results.Descriptors: Surgery, Oral; Zygoma; Surgical Procedures, Operative.
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