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Chad R Gordon1, Michael J Yaremchuk

  • 1Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts 02114, USA.

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Methyl methacrylate (MMA) effectively addresses temporal concavity caused by muscle or fat deficiency. This surgical technique reliably restores volume, offering a durable solution for aesthetic concerns.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Aesthetic Surgery
  • Craniofacial Anatomy

Background:

  • Temporal concavity results from temporalis muscle deficiency or fat pad reduction.
  • Causes include aging, low body fat, skeletal prominence, atrophy, or post-surgical changes.
  • This aesthetic defect impacts facial contour and perceived age.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the surgical application of methyl methacrylate (MMA) for correcting temporal concavity.
  • To present a reliable and durable technique for temporal volume restoration.

Main Methods:

  • MMA implants are placed beneath the temporalis muscle via a limited scalp incision for primary cases.
  • For post-surgical cases, MMA is placed over the temporalis muscle through existing scars.

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  • The technique aims to restore lost volume in the temporal fossa.

    • Main Results:

    • The described operative techniques for MMA temporal augmentation are reliable and durable.
    • These methods demonstrated a low complication rate.
    • Successful restoration of temporal volume was achieved.

    Conclusions:

    • Methyl methacrylate is an effective material for correcting temporal concavity.
    • The surgical approaches are safe, reliable, and yield durable aesthetic results.
    • This method offers a viable solution for patients with temporal hollowing.