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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Facial Aesthetics
  • Asian Facial Anatomy

Background:

  • Facelift surgery in Asian women yields good results for rhytides but often faces challenges with malar prominence and mandible angle.
  • Asian facial anatomy is characterized by thick skin, wide and short geometry, prominent zygoma, and mandible angles, necessitating consideration in bony contouring.
  • Existing facelift techniques may not fully address the unique anatomical features of Asian faces, leading to specific postoperative concerns.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of combining facial contouring surgery with facelift in Asian women.
  • To achieve a more oval facial contour and a youthful appearance simultaneously.
  • To address the specific anatomical considerations of Asian facial structures in aesthetic surgery.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 21 Asian women underwent simultaneous facial contouring surgery and facelift.
  • The study period was from March 2014 to March 2018.
  • Clinical outcomes were evaluated using preoperative and postoperative photographs and the global aesthetic improvement scale score.

Main Results:

  • The combined surgical approach was successful in all 21 patients.
  • Significant improvements were observed in facial rhytides and overall facial contour.
  • All patients reported high satisfaction with the aesthetic outcomes, with only temporary, self-resolving complications noted.

Conclusions:

  • Simultaneous facial contouring surgery and facelift offer highly satisfying results for Asian women with wide facial features.
  • This combined approach effectively addresses both skin laxity and underlying bony structure for enhanced facial aesthetics.
  • The procedure provides a safe and effective method for achieving a youthful and aesthetically pleasing oval facial contour in the Asian population.