Submandibular Approach to the Mandible (Cadaver)

1. Introduction

2. Surgical Approach

3. Mandibular Exposure

1. Incision
2. Extend Skin Flaps
3. Platysmal Dissection
4. Identify Marginal Mandibular Branch of the Facial Nerve
5. Identify Submandibular Gland
6. Identify Facial Artery and Vein
7. Tie and Ligate Facial Artery

4. Exposure of Lateral Border of Mandible

1. Periosteal Incision
2. Subperiosteal Dissection

5. Closure