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Minimally invasive zygoma reduction.

Hee Young Lee1, Hyun Jin Yang, Yong Nam Cho

  • 1Kangnam Aesthetic Clinic, Seoul, Korea. jenny@medikan.com

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|May 3, 2006
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A new minimally invasive zygoma reduction technique offers improved cosmetic results with reduced operation time and swelling. This novel approach avoids common complications, allowing patients to resume daily activities quickly.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Facial Reconstructive Surgery
  • Aesthetic Surgery

Background:

  • Zygoma reduction is a key facial contouring procedure for Asian patients.
  • Conventional zygoma reduction involves extensive bone dissection and osteotomy.
  • Existing methods carry risks of complications and prolonged recovery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a novel, minimally invasive technique for zygoma reduction.
  • To compare the outcomes of the new technique with conventional methods.

Main Methods:

  • A new instrument facilitated a blind, minimally invasive zygoma reduction technique.
  • The procedure involved multiple scoring and molding through a 5-mm intraoral stab incision.
  • Over 271 patients underwent the minimally invasive zygoma reduction.

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Main Results:

  • Reduced operation time and postoperative swelling compared to conventional methods.
  • Enhanced cosmetic outcomes and expanded indications for zygoma reduction.
  • Absence of complications such as cheek drooping, nerve injury, TMJ injury, and malunion.
  • Patients resumed daily activities within 3 days due to reduced swelling.

Conclusions:

  • The new minimally invasive zygoma reduction technique is a viable alternative.
  • It offers significant advantages in terms of safety, efficacy, and patient recovery.
  • Recommends this technique as an additional option for zygoma reduction procedures.