Facelift Surgical Techniques, An Issue of Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America

Facelift Surgical Techniques delivers an in-depth, authoritative exploration of contemporary approaches to facial rejuvenation surgery. Guest edited by Dr. Andrew A. Jacono, a recognized leader in aesthetic facial plastic surgery, this issue presents a comprehensive review of both foundational and advanced facelift techniques. Selected as one of the four premier issues of the year by Consulting Editor Dr. J. Regan Thomas, the volume emphasizes anatomical precision, surgical nuance, and risk reduction to achieve natural, durable results. It serves as a practical and scholarly resource for surgeons seeking to refine their technique and expand their operative repertoire.

Key Features

• Comprehensive coverage of modern facelift strategies, from traditional SMAS techniques to advanced deep-plane approaches
• Detailed discussion of extended deep plane facelifting and extended SMAS flap rhytidectomy
• Vertical platysma advancement deep plane facelifting techniques for lower face and neck rejuvenation
• Integration of midline platysmaplasty with lateral SMAS facelifting for optimized neck contouring
• Subunit-based approaches to facelift surgery and comprehensive facial rejuvenation planning
• Thorough review of superficial and deep facial anatomy and its critical implications for rhytidectomy safety and outcomes
• Use of laser-assisted and energy-based technologies during facelift procedures
• Practical guidance on incorporating autologous fat grafting to enhance volume restoration and longevity of results
• Strategies for minimizing complications and reducing operative risk in rhytidectomy surgery
• Nuanced discussion of SMAS manipulation, including less invasive SMAS techniques
• Considerations and techniques for performing facelifts under local anesthesia
• Expert-authored, technique-focused chapters emphasizing real-world surgical decision-making

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier (June 22, 2020)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0323708390
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323708395