Silicone Implant-Based Paranasal Augmentation for Mild Midface Concavity.

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Aesthetic Medicine
• Facial Reconstruction

Background:

• Midface concavity is common in East Asian populations.
• Paranasal augmentation is a popular procedure for mild concavity.
• This study evaluates outcomes of paranasal augmentation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate clinical outcomes of paranasal augmentation.
• To assess the safety and efficacy of custom-made silicone implants.
• To determine patient satisfaction with the procedure.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective review of 93 patients with Class I occlusion.
• Bilateral paranasal augmentation using custom-made silicone implants (Oct 2005-Sep 2013).
• Analysis of demographic data, complications, and photographic outcomes.

Main Results:

• 93 patients underwent augmentation with satisfactory aesthetic results.
• Most common complications included transient paresthesia (9 patients) and implant migration (3 patients).
• No cases of infection or hematoma; all patients reported improved lateral profile and satisfaction.

Conclusions:

• Custom-made silicone implants offer a safe, simple, and cost-effective method for paranasal augmentation.
• The procedure effectively improves the lateral profile in patients with normal occlusion.
• Combining paranasal augmentation with other aesthetic procedures can enhance outcomes and patient satisfaction.