Debunking a Surgical Myth: Do Not Touch the Temporalis

Conclusions: The authors’ low reoperation rates for recurrent deformity, in combination with persistent temporalis overcorrection in 5.6% of patients, should dispel the myth that manipulation of the temporalis invariably results in atrophy. The muscle may be surgically manipulated, as long as plastic surgery principles are followed.
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - Category: Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research