Pronounced nasolabial fold: a surgical correction

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Facial Rejuvenation
• Aesthetic Medicine

Background:

• Nasolabial folds are a common sign of facial aging.
• Surgical correction aims to restore a more youthful appearance.
• Existing techniques have varying degrees of efficacy and invasiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a surgical treatment for pronounced nasolabial fold correction.
• To evaluate the efficacy of using aponeurotic galea, fatty dermic, and dermic autogenous grafts.
• To assess outcomes via intraoral access with long-term follow-up.

Main Methods:

• A surgical technique involving intraoral access was developed.
• Autogenous grafts including aponeurotic galea, fatty dermic, and dermic layers were utilized.
• The procedure was performed on 20 patients.

Main Results:

• The surgical treatment demonstrated effectiveness in correcting pronounced nasolabial folds.
• Postoperative observation up to five years showed sustained positive outcomes.
• The intraoral approach facilitated graft placement and healing.

Conclusions:

• This surgical method provides a viable option for nasolabial fold correction.
• The use of autogenous grafts via intraoral access yields durable aesthetic results.
• Further research can explore patient satisfaction and refine the technique.