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Facial Plast Surg 2019; 35(05): 423-429
DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1696654
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Anatomy of the Facial Profile

Elizabeth Mia Floyd 
1   Otolaryngology and Facial Plastics Center, Department of Otolaryngology, Northwell Health, Glen Cove, New York
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Stephen W. Perkins
2   Private Practice, Meridian Plastic Surgery Center, Indianapolis, Indiana
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Publication Date:
22 October 2019 (online)

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Abstract

The facial profile is an essential part of facial analysis and significantly impacts surgical decision making. Knowledge of the underlying anatomy, which creates the facial profile, and the anatomic sources of the common abnormalities in the profile can help to ensure adequate surgical correction of the abnormality.

Keywords

facial profile - profileplasty - rhinoplasty - facelift - dorsal hump
 

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