Introduction The mandibulotomy approach was first described by Roux in 1836. Dubner and Spiro, in 1959, developed the technique with paralingual extension, which is the origin of the modern mandibulotomy. Since then, several modifications to the technique have been described.…
Introduction Tumor resection is the most common indication for superficial parotidectomy. Approximately 85% of parotid neoplasms are benign. Malignant tumors vary greatly in behavior, from the indolent (acinic cell carcinoma) to the highly lethal (carcinosarcoma). A recent surveillance epidemiology and…
Introduction The potential for a seemingly benign entity like an infected tooth, tonsil, or skin lesion to cause life-threatening illness is due to the complex relationship between the spaces of the neck. Deep neck infection (DNI) may result from any…