Periorbital Surgical Anatomy

Abstract

This article discusses the periocular anatomy region thoroughly because its knowledge in detail is of paramount importance for any surgeon dedicated to periocular surgery or any practitioner who dedicate their practice to aesthetic medicine. Mastering the anatomical details permits obtaining consistently good results with the minimal amount of complications possible.

Keywords

periocular anatomy - forehead - temporal anatomy - upper and lower eyelid anatomy - midface

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