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CC-BY 4.0 · Surg J (N Y) 2016; 02(01): e17-e28
DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1572360
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Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.

Overview of Facial Plastic Surgery and Current Developments

Authors

  • Jessica Chuang

    1   Beckman Laser Institute and Medical Clinic, University of California Irvine, Irvine, California

  • Christian Barnes

    1   Beckman Laser Institute and Medical Clinic, University of California Irvine, Irvine, California
    2   Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of California Irvine, Irvine, California

  • Brian J. F. Wong

    1   Beckman Laser Institute and Medical Clinic, University of California Irvine, Irvine, California
    2   Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of California Irvine, Irvine, California
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16. November 2015

05. Januar 2016

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04. Februar 2016 (online)

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Abstract

Facial plastic surgery is a multidisciplinary specialty largely driven by otolaryngology but includes oral maxillary surgery, dermatology, ophthalmology, and plastic surgery. It encompasses both reconstructive and cosmetic components. The scope of practice for facial plastic surgeons in the United States may include rhinoplasty, browlifts, blepharoplasty, facelifts, microvascular reconstruction of the head and neck, craniomaxillofacial trauma reconstruction, and correction of defects in the face after skin cancer resection. Facial plastic surgery also encompasses the use of injectable fillers, neural modulators (e.g., BOTOX Cosmetic, Allergan Pharmaceuticals, Westport, Ireland), lasers, and other devices aimed at rejuvenating skin. Facial plastic surgery is a constantly evolving field with continuing innovative advances in surgical techniques and cosmetic adjunctive technologies. This article aims to give an overview of the various procedures that encompass the field of facial plastic surgery and to highlight the recent advances and trends in procedures and surgical techniques.

Keywords

facial plastic surgery - skin rejuvenation - rhinoplasty - craniomaxillofacial reconstruction - injectable fillers - facial reanimation - 3D imaging and printing - stem cells - wound healing