Oral Cavity Reconstruction with The Masseter Flap: A Case Report

Moitra PN, Ghom S, Gawali M and Bansod S

Published on: 2023-12-18

Abstract

The use of a masseter flap for tissue repair following tumor ablation of the posterior part of the oral cavity is very demanding. Reconstructive methods such as masseter flaps can be reliable and effective solutions for oral reconstruction. The possible clinical utility of this flap, even in modern head and neck reconstructive surgery, is presented and discussed. We believe that the masseter flap should enter the armamentarium of every head and neck surgeon and be kept in mind as a possible solution since it provides an elegant and extremely simple procedure in suboptimal cases for microvascular reconstruction. The main advantage of this procedure is that it does not require extensive technique or post-operative care.