title: Concepts in scalp and forehead reconstruction.
abstract: Reconstruction of forehead and scalp defects are challenging. A thorough understanding of the anatomy and dissection planes of the scalp is essential. The ability to use a variety of techniques allows the facial plastic surgeon to maximize functional and aesthetic results. Techniques such as tissue expansion, free tissue transfer, and flaps used for covering exposed bone are useful adjuncts for optimal results.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida, USA.
authors.forename: R P
authors.initials: RP
authors.lastname: TerKonda
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Sykes
mesh_terms: D000505:Alopecia / Q000601:surgery*; D005546:Forehead / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D012535:Scalp / Q000601:surgery*; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods*; D015626:Tissue Expansion