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Cosmetic procedures for the aging face.

James E Zins1, Andrea Moreira-Gonzalez

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, The Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Avenue, Desk A60, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA. zinsj@ccf.org

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|July 25, 2006
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Facial aging affects adults of all ages. Cosmetic surgery can improve skin quality, wrinkles, and facial structure, enhancing quality of life, especially in older adults.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Aesthetic Medicine

Background:

  • The aging US population and increased acceptance of cosmetic procedures drive demand for facial rejuvenation.
  • Facial aging encompasses skin quality degradation, wrinkles, soft tissue descent, excess skin, and volume loss.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline ideal outcomes for facial aging correction.
  • To discuss surgical considerations for elderly patients.
  • To present minimally invasive options for facial aging.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current aesthetic surgical techniques for facial aging.
  • Consideration of patient age based on physiological rather than chronological factors.
  • Evaluation of adjunctive procedures to traditional cosmetic surgery.

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Main Results:

  • Ideal facial aging correction targets skin quality, wrinkles, tissue descent, excess skin, and volume restoration.
  • Physiological age is a key determinant for cosmetic surgery in the elderly.
  • Shorter procedures with reduced recovery times are suitable for older patients.

Conclusions:

  • Cosmetic surgery offers comprehensive solutions for facial aging across diverse demographics.
  • Physiological assessment is crucial for determining surgical candidacy in the elderly.
  • Minimally invasive techniques can effectively address signs of facial aging, improving patient quality of life.