Midface lifting: current standards.
The most significant factor contributing to the overall change in the appearance of an individual's facial features over time is age. This process of gradual structural weakening of the face begins during the third decade and continues to worsen during the remainder of an individual's lifetime. Here, we discuss how the approach to midface rejuvenation has evolved over time owing to our increased understanding of the aging process. In addition, we discuss specific techniques that we use that have helped us achieve more natural and lasting results.
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Williams Center of Excellence, Latham, New York 12110, USA.
Robert J
RJ
DeFatta
Edwin F
EF
Williams
D000273:Adipose Tissue / Q000637:transplantation; D000375:Aging / Q000473:pathology; D001284:Atrophy; D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003357:Cosmetic Techniques; D004724:Endoscopy / Q000379:methods; D004954:Esthetics; D005143:Eyelids / Q000473:pathology; D005145:Face / Q000601:surgery; D005152:Facial Muscles / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D009666:Nose / Q000473:pathology; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods; D012060:Rejuvenation; D015361:Rhytidoplasty / Q000266:history / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards*; D015595:Skin Aging / Q000473:pathology; D050151:Subcutaneous Fat / Q000473:pathology; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D001672:Biocompatible Materials