Modified platysma myocutaneous flap technique for reconstruction of oral submucous fibrosis: A tehnical note

Abstract

Precancerous lesions, benign and malignant tumors, are the major causes for defects in the oral and maxillofacial region; hence, reconstruction of these defects emphasizes restoring the patient’s, form, function, and cosmetic appearance, thereby improving the quality of life. In our technique, we have used a modified technique by raising a superiorly based platysma myocutaneous flap through a single incision, rather than giving two incisions and we have increased the length of the pedicle for the reconstruction of patients with oral submucous fibrosis.