Laser-assisted endoscopic reduction malarplasty in Asians: quick combined surgery

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Laser Technology

Background:

• Prominent cheek bone reduction is a significant cosmetic concern for many Korean women.
• Traditional endoscopic techniques for bone contouring face challenges in preventing soft tissue damage and controlling bleeding.
• Maintaining a clear surgical field is crucial for preventing facial nerve damage during osteotomy.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the safety and efficacy of a novel laser-associated endoscopic technique for reduction malarplasty.
• To compare this combined approach with conventional endoscopic osteotomy methods.
• To assess the benefits of improved hemostasis and visual clarity in endoscopic bone contouring.

Main Methods:

• Utilized endoscopic surgery equipment combined with an ultrashort-pulsed endoscopic contact Nd-Yag laser.
• Employed various laser fiber tips and osteotomes for bone contouring.
• Evaluated 21 patients who underwent laser-associated endoscopic reduction malarplasty with over 1 year of follow-up.

Main Results:

• The laser-associated endoscopic technique provided a significantly cleaner visual field during surgery.
• Excellent hemostasis was achieved, reducing intraoperative bleeding.
• The procedure demonstrated safety and effectiveness in reduction malarplasty compared to conventional methods.

Conclusions:

• Laser-assisted endoscopic reduction malarplasty is a safe and effective alternative for prominent cheek bone removal.
• This technique offers advantages in surgical visualization and bleeding control.
• It represents an advancement in endoscopic bone contouring procedures for aesthetic facial surgery.