Novel Reconstruction of Orbicularis Oris in Unilateral Complete Cleft Lip Repair

Liu, Yingmeng; Yao, Meilin; Tsauo, Chialing; Chen, Yu; Shi, Bing; Li, Chenghao

doi:10.1089/fpsam.2022.0058

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“…The results showed that balanced forces across the repaired orbicularis oris were able to maintain nasolabial morphology and avoid future relapses. 13,15 Based on the previous studies, we wondered whether this new surgical method could produce better repair outcomes than the traditional reconstruction. In this study, we extended the analysis of the postoperative outcomes of this innovative approach.…”

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“…Analysis of the relevant biomechanics has helped us to improve the method for force balancing and achieve positive results. [13][14][15] In this study, we compared the long-term effects of the novel reconstruction technique and the traditional repair technique in unilateral incomplete cleft lip patients. The new technique achieved improved midfacial reconstruction of the orbicularis oris, leading to fewer labial and nasal deformities.…”

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“…Analysis of the relevant biomechanics has helped us to improve the method for force balancing and achieve positive results. 13–15…”

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Background:The long-term postoperative outcomes of two different orbicularis oris muscle reconstruction techniques in patients with unilateral incomplete cleft lip were compared. Methods: Forty-seven patients with unilateral incomplete cleft lip were assessed in this study, where 23 underwent a traditional method of reconstruction and 24 underwent a novel method. Preoperative measurements, postoperative results, and 3-year follow-up outcomes were measured by photographic anthropometric analysis. Five upper lip measurement indices and 8 nostril indices were included. Results: The postoperative outcomes showed that the shape of the lip and nose was more symmetric with the new surgical method compared with the conventional technique. Long-term outcomes after 3 years, although characterized by minimal changes during maxillofacial development, showed better maintenance of lip and nostril symmetry in the novel-method group. Conclusion:The novel technique seeks to balance the perinasal and perioral muscles, resulting in improved symmetry compared with the traditional reconstruction technique.

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