Pocket Dentistry

Key points • The keystone flap is a random pattern multiperforator-based island advancement flap. • Perforator-based island flaps derive their blood supply from 1 or multiple vascular perforating branches that…

Key points • The rhomboid flap is a workhorse flap for reconstruction of facial and head and neck defects based on the transposition flap design. • The rhomboid excision (60°…

Key points • The paramedian forehead flap is a reliable flap for reconstruction of extensive nasal defects. • The flap can be completed in 1, 2, or 3 stages depending…

Key points • The glabellar flap can easily be performed, using local skin that is of similar structure, texture, consistency, and color to that of the defect. • Glabellar area…

Key points • Bilobed flaps are excellent local reconstructive options for nasal dorsum, tip, and sidewall defects. • The bilobed flap can be applied to other areas of the face…

Key points • Reconstruction of facial skin defects regardless of cause has important psychosocial implications, and multiple factors must be considered when choosing the final reconstructive plan. • Photography is…

Key points • The cervicofacial flap is a random pattern flap. • The flap can be anteriorly or posteriorly based. • The cervicofacial flap is an excellent option for medium-…

Key points • This article highlights the history, applications, and versatility of the nasolabial flap. • Variations of flap design, harvest, and inset are described. • The reader is presented…