Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Clinical Applications of Epidermal Stem Cells01:19

Clinical Applications of Epidermal Stem Cells

3.2K
Epidermal stem cells (EpiSCs) are mainly located at the basal layer of the epidermis. These cells repair minor injuries of the skin and replace dead skin cells. However, EpiSCs’ cannot heal severe wounds such as major burns or those from diabetes or hereditary disorders. In such cases, culturing the epidermal stem cells from the patient is possible and has yielded successful treatment options, such as laboratory-grown skin grafts. These grafts are synthesized using a patient’s own...
3.2K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Impact of COVID-19 on demographic trends and predictors of surgical interventions in pediatric orbital cellulitis.

Orbit (Amsterdam, Netherlands)·2026
Same author

Contemporary Concepts and Techniques for Scar Minimization in Direct Brow Lift: A Literature Review.

Journal of clinical medicine·2026
Same author

Reconsidering the Role of Age in Tear Film Instability: Real-World Evidence From a Specialized Dry Eye Clinic.

Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)·2026
Same author

Mapping galectin-3 ligands in human tear fluid establishes spliceoform-dependent lacritin binding.

Communications biology·2026
Same author

Seasonal trends in baseball- and softball-related pediatric orbital fractures.

Journal of AAPOS : the official publication of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus·2026
Same author

Upper Blepharoplasty Suturing Techniques: A Paired-Eye Comparative Study of Intradermal vs Continuous Sutures.

Aesthetic surgery journal·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jan 9, 2026

Surgical Correction for Pediatric Epiblepharon and Trichiasis
03:59

Surgical Correction for Pediatric Epiblepharon and Trichiasis

Published on: July 8, 2025

430

Minimizing Postoperative Scars in Epicanthoplasty: A Concise Review.

Fredrik A Fineide1,2,3,4,5, Richard C Allen6,7, Elin Bohman7,8

  • 1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
|December 10, 2025
PubMed
Summary

This review explores scar-minimizing techniques for epicanthoplasty to reduce hypertrophic scarring. The skin redraping technique shows promise for diverse cases, though further research is needed.

More Related Videos

Transcanalicular Diode Laser-assisted Dacryocystorhinostomy for the Treatment of Primary Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction
07:30

Transcanalicular Diode Laser-assisted Dacryocystorhinostomy for the Treatment of Primary Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction

Published on: October 13, 2017

11.5K
Endoscopic Septoplasty with Limited Two-line Resection: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Septal Deviation
06:13

Endoscopic Septoplasty with Limited Two-line Resection: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Septal Deviation

Published on: June 20, 2018

17.6K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jan 9, 2026

Surgical Correction for Pediatric Epiblepharon and Trichiasis
03:59

Surgical Correction for Pediatric Epiblepharon and Trichiasis

Published on: July 8, 2025

430
Transcanalicular Diode Laser-assisted Dacryocystorhinostomy for the Treatment of Primary Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction
07:30

Transcanalicular Diode Laser-assisted Dacryocystorhinostomy for the Treatment of Primary Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction

Published on: October 13, 2017

11.5K
Endoscopic Septoplasty with Limited Two-line Resection: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Septal Deviation
06:13

Endoscopic Septoplasty with Limited Two-line Resection: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Septal Deviation

Published on: June 20, 2018

17.6K

Area of Science:

  • Oculoplastic surgery
  • Cosmetic surgery
  • Scar revision techniques

Background:

  • Epicanthal folds are common anatomical features, often addressed with epicanthoplasty.
  • Hypertrophic scarring is a significant concern following epicanthoplasty, particularly in genetically susceptible individuals.
  • Minimizing scarring is crucial for patient satisfaction in cosmetic eyelid surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review existing literature on scar-minimizing strategies for medial epicanthoplasty.
  • To provide surgeons with an overview of techniques aimed at reducing post-operative scarring.
  • To identify promising approaches for managing hypertrophic scarring after epicanthoplasty.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature search was conducted using PubMed and EMBASE databases.
  • The search was performed on October 25, 2025.
  • Eighty-five publications were selected for inclusion in the review.

Main Results:

  • Recent advancements focus on tension release techniques within the epicanthal fold.
  • Current procedures generally demonstrate good tolerability and low recurrence rates.
  • High patient satisfaction is frequently reported with modern epicanthoplasty techniques.

Conclusions:

  • No single epicanthoplasty technique is universally applicable to all patients.
  • The skin redraping technique appears versatile and associated with limited scarring across various scenarios.
  • Further prospective, randomized studies are essential to compare the efficacy and cosmetic outcomes of different approaches.