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Triple-C SMAS Plication Facelift for Natural Facial Rejuvenation
1Private Practice, Newport Beach, California.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open
|June 16, 2020
Summary
The novel triple-C SMAS plication safely and effectively lifts the deep facial structures. This technique achieved high patient satisfaction (96.4%) with low complication rates in a facelift study.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Facial Anatomy
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) repositioning is crucial in facelift procedures.
- Traditional SMAS plication methods offer limited versatility in lifting the lower face and neck.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and evaluate a novel, radially oriented, layered SMAS plication technique: the triple-C SMAS plication.
- To assess the safety, efficacy, and patient satisfaction associated with this new facelift approach.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective review of patients who underwent the triple-C SMAS plication over a 1-year period.
- Inclusion criteria required a follow-up of at least 100 days.
- Data collected included demographics, operative details, complication rates, and patient satisfaction.
Main Results:
- One hundred ten patients met the inclusion criteria with an average follow-up of 404.5 days.
- The technique demonstrated a high patient satisfaction rate of 96.4%.
- Low complication rates were observed, including temporary facial nerve neuropraxia (0.91%) and major hematoma (1.82%).
Conclusions:
- The triple-C SMAS plication offers a versatile and effective method for elevating deep facial structures in a radial pattern.
- This novel technique consistently achieves excellent results, restoring a youthful contour to the midface, jawline, and neck.
- It represents a unique and safe strategy for facial rejuvenation in facelift surgery.
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