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The Facelift in South American Patients
Lucas Gomes Patrocinio1, Marcell Melo Naves1, Jose Antonio Patrocinio1
1Department of Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery, Federal University of Uberlandia, Uberlandia, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Facial Plastic Surgery : FPS
|September 1, 2020
Summary
South American patients have unique facial features, including thicker skin and wider faces, necessitating tailored facelift techniques. These adaptations ensure optimal rejuvenation results for this diverse population.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Facial Anatomy
- Aesthetic Medicine
Background:
- South American populations exhibit unique facial characteristics due to diverse ancestry.
- These include thicker, heavier skin-soft tissue envelopes (S-STE) with less elasticity, wider faces, and prominent malar eminences.
- Aging exacerbates sagging, leading to prominent nasolabial folds, jowls, and neck laxity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the distinct anatomical and aesthetic considerations for performing facelifts in South American patients.
- To highlight the specific challenges and adaptations required for successful facial rejuvenation in this demographic.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of characteristic facial features in South American patients relevant to aging and cosmetic surgery.
- Review of surgical techniques commonly employed for facial rejuvenation, including facelifts, midface lifts, and neck lifts.
- Consideration of skin characteristics, such as thickness and elasticity, in surgical planning.
Main Results:
- South American patients often present with features requiring specific surgical approaches for optimal outcomes.
- Facelift procedures in this population necessitate attention to skin excision, midface support, and neck contouring.
- Techniques like extended superficial muscular aponeurotic system (SMAS) or deep plane dissection are crucial for addressing midface, jowl, and neck laxity.
Conclusions:
- Facial rejuvenation surgery, particularly facelifts, must be customized to the unique anatomical and skin characteristics of South American patients.
- A comprehensive approach addressing all facial thirds, considering skin properties, is essential for achieving natural and lasting results.
- Understanding these peculiarities ensures improved patient satisfaction and surgical success in this diverse population.
