Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8700246 | Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | 2018 | 17 Pages |
Abstract
Most patients with maxillary hypoplasia undergoing Le Fort I advancement can expect a subjective improvement in malar projection. The decision for malar augmentation at the time of maxillary advancement should be considered based on patient desires, but, in general, maxillary advancement alone might be sufficient for an optimal malar esthetic outcome.
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Authors
Chad DDS, Michael R. DDS, MPH, MD, Michael DMD, MD,