Abstract

The integrity of philtrum structure plays an important role in upper lip and facial aesthetics. In the repair process of lip deformity in children with cleft lip, patients′ requirements for appearance gradually increase as the age increases, especially for the three-dimensional beauty of human structure. Among them, the philtrum crest is the most difficult to be constructed. This article reviews the formation, reconstruction and evalution methods of philtrum column in recent years which provides important theoretical support for later studies. Key words: Cleft lip; Philtrum column; Reconstructive surgical procedures

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