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Different Techniques and Quantitative Measurements in Upper lip lift: A Systematic Review
Hongli Zhao1, Xiancheng Wang2, Zhihua Qiao1
1Department of Plastic and Aesthetic (Burn) Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha City, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
|March 1, 2023
Summary
Surgical upper lip lifts offer longer-lasting results than non-surgical options, with good patient satisfaction reported for both. Consistent quantitative measurements are needed for better assessment of lip lift techniques.
Area of Science:
- Aesthetic surgery
- Facial rejuvenation
- Plastic surgery
Background:
- Aging increases the vertical height of the upper lip, impacting facial aesthetics.
- Various surgical and non-surgical upper lip lifting techniques exist.
- Assessing the efficacy and patient satisfaction of these techniques is crucial.
Approach:
- Systematic review adhering to PRISMA guidelines.
- Searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library databases.
- Included studies reporting quantitative measurements of upper lip lift efficiency.
Key Points:
- Nine studies were included: eight surgical and one non-surgical.
- Surgical procedures demonstrated superior longevity compared to non-surgical methods.
- Patient satisfaction was high for both approaches, with minimal adverse effects.
- Quantitative measures for lip lifting efficiency varied significantly across studies.
Conclusions:
- Surgical lip lifts provide a more durable effect but result in scarring.
- Non-surgical techniques are minimally invasive but temporary.
- Inconsistent quantitative assessment methods hinder clinical decision-making and research.
- Standardized measurement protocols are recommended for evaluating upper lip lift outcomes.
