Bicoronal flap approach to the temporomandibular joints.
The bicoronal scalp flap provides an excellent approach to the temporomandibular joint, particularly in cases where bilateral operation is required. It is also indicated when wide exposure is required and when previous surgery may make more conventional techniques difficult. In this report, the anatomy and indications for this approach are reviewed, the operative technique is described and complications are discussed.
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of California, San Francisco.
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Perrott
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D000844:Ankylosis / Q000601:surgery; D002356:Cartilage / Q000637:transplantation; D004210:Dissection; D000071938:Fasciotomy; D006801:Humans; D008406:Masseter Muscle / Q000601:surgery; D012535:Scalp / Q000601:surgery; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods*; D013703:Temporal Muscle / Q000601:surgery; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000601:surgery*