23 Management Strategies for the Aging Asian Face: Philosophy and Evolution

The document from 2016 outlines a comprehensive approach to managing aging in the Asian face, focusing on volume restoration, hair rejuvenation, and the unique anatomical features of Asian patients. It emphasizes the importance of cultural sensitivity and the need for natural-looking results in procedures such as fat grafting, fillers, malar reduction, and hair transplants. The document discusses the challenges of Asian hair transplantation, advocating for the use of single-hair grafts and regenerative medicine techniques like MatriStem, PRP, and ATP to improve outcomes. Eyelid rejuvenation is tailored to the type of Asian eyelid, with different strategies for those with and without a natural crease. Chin implants are recommended for enhancing facial aesthetics, while conservative management of the skin is advised due to the risk of pigmentary changes from aggressive resurfacing. The document also suggests using neurotoxins and non-surgical hair restoration methods like finasteride, minoxidil, and low-level laser therapy. The overall goal is to achieve a balanced and culturally respectful rejuvenation of the aging Asian face.