40 citations
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November 2007 in “Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery” This study concluded that the overall incidence of complications from superficial plane facelift surgery is very low, with postoperative hematoma being the most common issue.
7 citations
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February 2012 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This article discusses the mini-lift as a cosmetic procedure for minor cheek and neck laxity, emphasizing its benefits like quicker recovery and minimal incisions, but provides no new clinical data.
March 2026 in “Cosmetics” This observational study found that endoscopic subcutaneous midface elevation with vertical SMAS plication safely and effectively rejuvenates the mid and lower face in patients under 45 with early facial soft-tissue ptosis, reporting no facial nerve injuries and minor complications like localized cicatricial alopecia and hematomas.
115 citations
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April 2010 in “Archives of Dermatology” In this randomized, blinded study, the surgical face-lift improved facial skin laxity by 49% compared to 16% with a minimally invasive fractional radiofrequency treatment, with FRF causing fewer adverse effects.
34 citations
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July 2003 in “Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery” This article discusses strategies for planning face-lift incisions to avoid visible scars and other aesthetic issues, particularly for male patients and correction of prior surgeries, and reports no new clinical results.
