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[The eyelid-cheek junction]
Ch Volpei1, J Fernandez2, B Chignon-Sicard2
1Chirurgie plastique et esthétique, 88, boulevard de Cimiez, 06000 Nice, France.
Annales De Chirurgie Plastique Et Esthetique
|September 19, 2017
Summary
Treating the eyelid-cheek junction for a youthful appearance can be challenging. Lipostructure and subperiosteal midface lifts offer effective solutions, complementing aesthetic medicine approaches for optimal results.
Area of Science:
- Aesthetic and reconstructive surgery
- Facial rejuvenation techniques
Background:
- The eyelid-cheek junction significantly impacts perceived age and attractiveness.
- Conventional blepharoplasty has limitations in addressing this complex area.
- Various surgical and non-surgical options exist, each with unique benefits and drawbacks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and codify therapeutic indications for the eyelid-cheek junction.
- To compare the efficacy and limitations of different rejuvenation procedures.
- To guide strategic technique selection based on anatomical considerations.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing medical and surgical procedures for eyelid-cheek junction rejuvenation.
- Analysis of lipostructure advancements and subperiosteal midface lifting.
- Evaluation of aesthetic medicine as an alternative or complementary solution.
Main Results:
- Lipostructure has become a revolutionary and established technique, refining blepharoplasty outcomes.
- Subperiosteal midface lifting provides significant results but requires a more aggressive approach.
- Aesthetic medicine offers viable complementary or alternative treatments.
Conclusions:
- A codified approach to therapeutic indications is proposed for eyelid-cheek junction treatment.
- The relationship between the eyelid-cheek junction and the infraorbital rim is crucial for technique selection.
- Optimizing outcomes requires a strategic choice of procedure based on patient anatomy and desired results.
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