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Facial Plast Surg 2021; 37(02): 160-167
DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1722891
Original Article

A Comprehensive Approach to Midface Rejuvenation: Our Philosophy, Algorithm, and Surgical Technique

Daniel D. Lee
1   Division of Otolaryngology and Head-Neck Surgery, Department of Surgery, Albany Medical Center, Albany, New York
,
Kathryn W. Lee
2   Department of Ophthalmology, Lions Eye Institute, Albany Medical Center, Albany, New York
,
Edwin F. Williams III
1   Division of Otolaryngology and Head-Neck Surgery, Department of Surgery, Albany Medical Center, Albany, New York
3   New England Laser and Cosmetic Surgery Center, Latham, New York
4   Williams Center Plastic Surgery Specialists, Latham, New York
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Abstract

With a greater understanding of the aging process and relevant anatomy, the facial plastic surgeon has an expansive armamentarium of options for midface rejuvenation. Upon reflection, our practice has evolved over the years and only recently found a select number of interventions that have consistently produced excellent results. In this article, we discuss the steps needed to establish an effective patient relationship, present an algorithm on how to approach midface rejuvenation, describe our surgical technique, and review the attributes and liabilities of each procedure.

Keywords

midface rejuvenation - deep plane facelift - volume rejuvenation - fat grafting - subperiosteal midface lift


Publication History

Article published online:
31 January 2021

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