Fig. 6
From: Composite submental flaps in facial reconstructive surgery involving the zygoma and orbit
a Pre-operative digital image outlining the recurrent SCC in the lower face and the extensive zygomatic defect of the upper face, b Intra-operative digital image of the harvested osteocutaneous submental island flap including the vascular pedicle and inferior mandible. c Intra-operative digital image showing rigid fixation of the mandibular component of the flap, from the right lateral maxilla to the zygomatic root, d Post-operative digital image after one-month demonstrating a healthy flap, an excellent color match and improved cheek projection. Facial ptosis reflects previous radical parotidectomy