Double lateral osteotomy in rhinoplasty.
Double lateral osteotomy has proved to be useful in the management of broad, thick, and heavy maxillary processes. The technique of performing two lateral ostotomies and the indications for its application are described. The results obtained from cadaver dissection and clinical experience with this technique are discussed.
D006801:Humans; D008437:Maxilla / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000601:surgery; D009295:Nasal Bone / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000601:surgery; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods*; D012225:Rhinoplasty / Q000379:methods*