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Pearls in facelift management
Marc S Zimbler1, Grigoriy Mashkevich
1Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Beth Israel Medical Center, 10 Union Square East, Suite 4J, New York, NY 10003, USA. mzimbler@chpnet.org
Abstract:
Facelift surgery is complex and requires a significant commitment from both patient and surgeon. This article provides a collection of surgical tips and pearls that can be applied to most facelift procedures, no matter the surgical technique. A holistic approach to patient care is discussed regarding preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative management. Within this article the authors outline details so facial plastic surgeons can provide their patients with the smoothest surgical experience and recovery.