Restoring Facial Shape in Face Lifting: The Role of Skeletal Support in Facial Analysis and Midface Soft-Tissue Repositioning

摘要

Dr. Stuzin has elegantly brought to our attention an often overlooked fact: Most plastic surgeons are technically competent with several face-lifting techniques that yield good results. However, one of the primary differences among plastic surgeons lies in the preoperative analysis of facial aging and the judgment to perform the operation that will maximize the aesthetic result. This article clarifies and delineates this process, which many surgeons perform instinctively, sometimes overlooking some basic concepts. Dr. Stuzin has presented a well-organized plan for preoperative evaluation of facial aging, followed by a thorough analysis for operative planning