PubMed · 2637084
[Mathematic principles for lip reconstructions].
Abstract
Anthropometric measurements of the orofacial region were performed in 240 probands of 6 different age groups. The mean width of the orifice of the mouth was approximately equal to the interpupillary distance. The normal length of the lip arch was 6.6 cm and increased by a factor of 1.5 (10 cm) with the lips stretched. From these measurements a mathematic equation was derived and represented as a diagram. Thus, the amount of tissue required for the reconstruction of lip defects can be readily assessed.
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J Schubert. [Mathematic principles for lip reconstructions].. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2637084/
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