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Elevation of the malar fat pad with a percutaneous technique
Gregory S Keller1, Ali Namazie, Keith Blackwell
1Division of Head and Neck Suregery, University of California-Los Angeles, 222 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA. faclft@aol.com
Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery
|February 15, 2002
Summary
A simplified percutaneous malar fat pad elevation technique effectively rejuvenates the midface. This minimally invasive approach achieved significant patient results with minimal complications.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Facial Rejuvenation
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
Background:
- Midface aging affects facial aesthetics, leading to concerns like nasolabial folds and jowls.
- Traditional rejuvenation methods can involve extensive dissection and longer recovery times.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a simplified percutaneous method for malar fat pad elevation.
- To address midface aging concerns including nasolabial folds, labiomental folds, infraorbital hollows, and jowls.
Main Methods:
- A prospective study evaluated 118 patients over 12 months.
- Preoperative and postoperative photographs were used for comparative analysis.
- The technique involves a measured elevation of the malar fat pad via a percutaneous approach.
Main Results:
- Significant malar fat pad elevation (3-7 mm) was observed in all patients at 3 months.
- Two early patients required revision surgery, achieving satisfactory outcomes.
- The procedure demonstrated a high success rate in midface rejuvenation.
Conclusions:
- A simplified percutaneous malar fat pad elevation technique is presented.
- This method allows for effective malar fat pad repositioning with limited dissection.
- The procedure yields excellent aesthetic results with minimal patient morbidity.