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- The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Millard II technique for correcting secondary deformities in patients with unilateral cleft lip.
- 42 patients underwent the Millard II procedure between March 2003 and September 2004, which involved dissection and suspension of the alar cartilage.
- Postoperative results showed that the technique successfully created symmetrical nostrils and philtrums, improved the shape of the cupid's bow, and left minimal scarring, suggesting it is an ideal approach for these types of deformities.
Article Abstract
Objective: To analyze the Millard II technique for correcting secondary deformities of unilateral cleft lip.
Methods: The Millard II technique was used to correct secondary deformities of unilateral cleft lip in 42 patients from March of 2003 to September of 2004. Dissection was made between the alar cartilage and skin, and the alar cartilage was suspended.
Results: The postoperative follow-ups with 3 approximately 6 months revealed good results of the symmetrical nostrils and philtrums, prolonged columella nasi, good-shaped cupid's bow, and invisible scar.
Conclusions: The Millard II technique could be an ideal method to correct secondary deformities of unilateral cleft lip. Releasing and suspending alar cartilage spontaneously at the same time can correct nasal deformity adequately.
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