title: Lip reconstruction.
abstract: The lip presents a unique challenge to the facial plastic surgeon because of its prominent location, elegant form, and important functions. The anatomy and pathology relevant to the lip are considered herein, along with general concepts to guide lip surgery. The more common approaches to reconstructing lip defects are outlined, illustrated, and discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, University of Virginia Health System, PO Box 800713, Charlottesville, VA 22908-0713, USA.
authors.forename: Kate E
authors.initials: KE
authors.lastname: McCarn
authors.forename: Stephen S
authors.initials: SS
authors.lastname: Park
mesh_terms: D005152:Facial Muscles / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D006801:Humans; D008046:Lip / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D008048:Lip Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures; D013524:Surgical Flaps