Softform for facial rejuvenation: historical review, operative techniques, and recent advances.
The deep nasolabial fold and other facial furrows and wrinkles have challenged the facial plastic surgeon. A variety of techniques have been used in the past to correct these troublesome defects. Advances in the last five years in new materials and design have created a subcutaneous implant that has excellent properties. This article reviews the development and use of Softform facial implant.
Miller
P J
PJ
Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA.
Levine
J
J
Ahn
M S
MS
Maas
C S
CS
Constantinides
M
M
D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000737:chemistry / Q000266:history; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D007279:Injections, Subcutaneous; D008046:Lip / Q000601:surgery; D009666:Nose / Q000601:surgery; D011138:Polytetrafluoroethylene / Q000737:chemistry / Q000266:history; D015361:Rhytidoplasty / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000266:history / Q000379:methods / Q000639:trends; D015595:Skin Aging; D013499:Surface Properties
D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D011138:Polytetrafluoroethylene