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Robert H. Mathog, MD; M. Ashraf Ragab, MD

Arch Otolaryngol. 1985;111(3):168-173.

Abstract
• When substantial destruction of the facial nerve occurs as a result of trauma, measures to animate the face, such as transfer of masticatory muscles, must be considered. Unfortunately, these techniques have been limited by a difficult reeducation process for the patient and failure of these muscles to reach sufficiently large areas. A method of extending the temporalis muscle with galea allows rotation into important areas of the face. Case presentations illustrate specific indications, advantages, and disadvantages of this technique.

(Arch Otolaryngol 1985;111:168-173)

Author Affiliations
From the Department of Otolaryngology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit.

Footnotes
Accepted for publication Aug 23, 1984.

Read before the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Palm Beach, Fla, May 12, 1984.

Reprint requests to Wayne State University School of Medicine, 540 E Canfield, UHC-5E, Detroit, MI 48201 (Dr Mathog).

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