CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Indian J Plast Surg 1986; 19(01): 001-004
DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1772257
Review Article

Ectropion of the Lower Lip Following Deep Burns an Approach to Correction

C. P. Sawhney

Summary

Recurrence of deformity after correction of the ectropion of the lower lip is fairly common. It can be prevented by slight over-correction and use of proper splints for 6-9 months in the post-operative period. Design of one such splint and the results have been discussed.



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