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Midface-lift patient satisfaction: A 5-year follow-up study
Michele Pascali1, Davide Quarato1, Ilaria Bocchini1
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy.
Summary
Patient satisfaction with midface lift surgery is high, with most reporting significant improvements in appearance and quality of life one and five years post-operation. This study confirms the long-term benefits of midface rejuvenation procedures.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Facial Aesthetics
- Patient-Reported Outcomes
Background:
- Facial rejuvenation techniques offer clinical advantages.
- Limited long-term patient satisfaction data exists for midface lift surgery.
- Previous studies focused on traditional facelifts, not midface-specific procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To measure patient satisfaction with midface lift surgery at 1 and 5 years post-operation.
- To compare satisfaction levels between 1 and 5 years to assess long-term benefits.
- To evaluate the impact of midface lift on patient appearance and quality of life.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 163 patients undergoing midface lift between 2005 and 2010.
- Standardized patient surveys administered at 1 and 5 years post-surgery.
- Paired t-test used for statistical analysis of satisfaction data.
Main Results:
- All patients reported overall improvement following midface lift.
- Statistically significant improvements noted in malar eminence and nasojugal groove.
- Overwhelming patient satisfaction with aesthetic outcomes and appearance.
Conclusions:
- Midface lift surgery leads to high levels of patient satisfaction.
- Patients report significant improvements in quality of life post-procedure.
- The decision to undergo midface lift is highly regarded by patients long-term.
