Elevation of the malar fat pad with a percutaneous technique.
OBJECTIVE
To describe a simplified method of malar fat pad elevation to rejuvenate the midface, nasolabial folds, labiomental folds, infraorbital hollows, and jowls via a percutaneous approach.


METHODS
One hundred eighteen patients were evaluated over a 12-month period in a prospective fashion by the operating surgeon. Preoperative and postoperative photographs were used for comparison.


METHODS
Private practice.


METHODS
Elevation of the malar fat pad by a measured amount.


RESULTS
At 3 months, all patients had a significant elevation of the malar fat pad (3-7 mm), with the exception of 2 early patients who underwent revision surgery, with satisfactory results.


CONCLUSIONS
A simplified method of malar fat pad elevation is described. This method allows for elevation of the malar fat pad without extensive dissection. Excellent results are obtained with very little morbidity.
Keller
Gregory S
GS
Division of Head and Neck Suregery, University of California-Los Angeles, 222 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA. faclft@aol.com
Namazie
Ali
A
Blackwell
Keith
K
Rawnsley
Jeffrey
J
Khan
Sajjad
S
D000273:Adipose Tissue / Q000601:surgery; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D015361:Rhytidoplasty / Q000379:methods*