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Master of Surgery Video Presentation

Head and Neck Surgery

Facelift Approach to Parotidectomy: Extracapsular Dissection

Sunday, October 18, 2026
1:49 PM - 1:56 PM PT
Location: West Exhibit Hall A, Learning Zone 6

    Moderator(s)

  • Patrick T. Tassone, MD

    Associate Professor of Otolaryngology
    University of Missouri
    Columbia, Missouri, United States

    • Panelist(s)

  • Megan Gillespie, MD

    Resident Physician
    University of Missouri
    Columbia, Missouri, United States

Disclosure(s):
Patrick T. Tassone, MD:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

This video presentation features a facelift incision and superficial muscular aponeurotic system flap approach to parotidectomy. This approach provides an inconspicuous scar and minimizes complications. First-person video elucidates specific operative steps and techniques. Extracapsular dissection is performed via this "hidden incision" approach with safe and complete dissection of a parotid tumor with preservation of the facial nerve. Specific steps are outlined and demonstrated to inform audience members who may wish to use this approach for their own patients.