Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which doctor performs skin flap surgery?Skin flap surgery is usually done by a plastic or reconstructive surgeon. Flap surgery in the mouth is usually carried out by a periodontist.
2. Which are some of the flaps used in surgery?
Some of the flaps used in surgery include:
- Pectoralis major myocutaneous flap (PMMC flap)
- Transverse abdominis myocutaneous flap (TRAM flap)
- Anterolateral thigh flap
- Deltopectoral flap
- Latissimus dorsi flap
