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Midface injectable fillers: have they replaced midface surgery?
Allison T Pontius1, Scott R Chaiet, Edwin F Williams
1Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Williams' Center of Plastic Surgery Specialists, Latham, NY 12110, USA. allisonpontius@ymail.com
Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America
|June 5, 2013
Summary
Injectable fillers offer a growing solution for midface aging, providing an alternative to surgery. This article details an anatomic approach for filler use, patient selection, and complication management.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Dermatology
- Aesthetic Medicine
Background:
- Midface aging involves significant volume loss and structural changes.
- Injectable fillers are increasingly utilized for facial rejuvenation.
- Decision-making between fillers and surgical options is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the role of injectable fillers in treating midface aging.
- To present an anatomic approach for midface volume restoration.
- To guide decision-making between fillers and surgical interventions.
Main Methods:
- Review of midface aging anatomy and volume dynamics.
- Discussion of patient selection criteria for injectable fillers.
- Outline of injection techniques for optimal results.
- Analysis of potential complications and their management.
Main Results:
- Anatomic assessment guides effective correction of midface volume loss.
- Careful patient selection and technique are key to successful outcomes.
- Understanding potential complications ensures safe and effective treatment.
Conclusions:
- Injectable fillers provide a valuable, minimally invasive option for midface rejuvenation.
- An anatomic approach optimizes the use of fillers for aging correction.
- Comprehensive management strategies are essential for addressing filler-related complications.
