Application of the Buccal Fat Pad in Oral Reconstruction: Covered With Collagen Membrane or Not?

Conclusions: Combined application of collagen membrane protects the covered BFP from masticatory physical damage and food lodgment, which reduces infection and graft loss. It is worthy of consideration as an effective method for the reconstruction of selected moderate-sized oral defects, especially in larger size or at distant location.
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - Category: Surgery Tags: Brief Clinical Studies Source Type: research