Short Scar Rhytidectomy Techniques

February 2014 in “ Atlas of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics ”

Drake G Vincent

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TLDR New facelift techniques lead to less scarring and faster recovery, with high patient satisfaction after 4 years.

The document from 2014 reviews the advancements in short scar rhytidectomy (facelift) techniques, which are favored for their minimal scarring and quicker recovery times compared to traditional facelifts. Dr. Drake Vincent, who has performed over 1,800 such procedures, discusses the importance of patient selection, noting that the ideal candidates have mild to moderate skin laxity and good skin quality. He also mentions moving away from purse-string sutures due to complications like lumpiness and palpability, instead preferring lateral SMASectomy. A retrospective analysis of 463 patients showed an 87% satisfaction rate with incisions and 81% satisfaction with results after 4 years. The document emphasizes the need for individualized treatment plans and avoiding surgery on nicotine users. It also references a study with a 5-year satisfaction rate of over 90% for short scar facelifts and includes before and after images to demonstrate the outcomes of these procedures.

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3 citations, February 2014 in “Atlas of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics”

New facelift techniques lead to less scarring and faster recovery, with high patient satisfaction after 4 years.