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    The high SMAS facelift technique securely suspends cheek mass, attaching skin and subcutaneous tissue to the SMAS without overstretching the skin. This method details specific surgical steps for a refined facial rejuvenation.

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    • Plastic Surgery
    • Facial Rejuvenation Techniques
    • Anatomical Suspension Methods

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    • Facelift surgery aims to restore a youthful appearance by addressing facial sagging.
    • Traditional techniques sometimes result in unnatural tension on facial skin.
    • The Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System (SMAS) is a key anatomical layer for facial lifting.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a "high SMAS" facelift technique.
    • To demonstrate a method for securely suspending facial soft tissues.
    • To present the surgical steps involved in this specific facelift approach.

    Main Methods:

    • The "high SMAS" technique involves suspending the cheek mass.
    • Skin and subcutaneous tissues remain attached to the SMAS.
    • The technique avoids placing excessive tension on the skin.

    Main Results:

    • Secure suspension of the cheek mass is achieved.
    • Facial skin is not subjected to abnormal tension.
    • The described surgical steps facilitate the "high SMAS" facelift.

    Conclusions:

    • The "high SMAS" technique offers a method for secure facial suspension.
    • This approach may reduce tension-related complications in facelifts.
    • Detailed surgical steps are provided for reproducible results.