title: Augmentation cheiloplasty.
abstract: The description of a technique of augmentation cheiloplasty is given. It involves the advancement of two triangular distally based flaps in a V-to-Y technique. The plication of the orbicularis muscle adds to the thickening effect to the lip. The scars are inconspicuous, and the results are satisfactory with minimal complications.
authors.forename: A E
authors.initials: AE
authors.lastname: Aiache
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008046:Lip / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D009061:Mouth Mucosa / Q000601:surgery; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods*