The buccal fat pad in the closure of oro-antral communications: an illustrated guide.
This article is intended as an illustrated, step-by-step guide in the use of the pedicled buccal fat pad in the closure of oro-antral communications. The advantages and disadvantages of its use are discussed, along with its basic anatomy.
Scott
Paul
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MidYorkshire NHS Trust.
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Gillon
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Mitchell
David A
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D000273:Adipose Tissue / Q000637:transplantation; D002610:Cheek / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D019647:Oral Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D009957:Oroantral Fistula / Q000601:surgery*; D013524:Surgical Flaps