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Direct fixation of the malar pad
1Department of Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, USA.
Clinics in Plastic Surgery
|April 1, 1997
Summary
This study introduces a new malar pad suspension technique using direct suturing. It effectively repositions prominent facial fat pads for improved aesthetics, preserving blood supply.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Facial Anatomy
- Aesthetic Medicine
Background:
- Malar pads are key facial structures, often affected by aging.
- Existing methods struggle with prominent, ptotic malar fat pads and deep nasolabial folds.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a novel surgical technique for malar pad suspension.
- To address limitations of current methods for prominent and ptotic malar fat pads.
Main Methods:
- Described is a direct suturing technique for malar pad suspension.
- This method aims to preserve the blood supply to the malar pad.
- The technique repositions the malar pad to a higher, more aesthetic position.
Main Results:
- The technique offers a solution for patients with prominent and ptotic malar fat pads.
- It achieves a more aesthetically pleasing outcome by elevating the malar pad.
- Blood supply to the malar pad is maintained during the suspension.
Conclusions:
- Direct malar pad suspension is an effective technique for specific patient மேல்.
- This method improves facial aesthetics by addressing prominent and ptotic malar fat pads.
- The technique offers a safe and reliable approach to malar rejuvenation.