Abstract
The lengthening Temporalis Myoplasty (LTM) is an innovative dynamic facial reanimation
procedure that has been used to great effect following its conception during the early
1990s by the senior author. Since its first description in the literature the technique
has been refined and it has become clear from correspondence that certain technical
aspects of the procedure require particular attention to detail. We discuss from experience
of more than a hundred cases and highlight not only the important technical aspects
of the procedure but also the importance of pre-operative assessment and the avoidance
of complications.
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Publication history
Published online: March 27, 2012
Accepted:
February 4,
2012
Received:
August 11,
2011
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© 2012 British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.