Title
Lateral SMASectomy
Publication Date
2019
Journal Title
Clin Plast Surg
Abstract
© 2019 Elsevier Inc. The lateral superficial musculoaponeurotic system–ectomy (SMASectomy) is a safe, versatile, and easily reproducible technique in facelift surgery. The ability to resect a portion of the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) over the junction of the mobile and fixed SMAS produces a powerful lift with similar aesthetic results to a traditional SMAS flap, but without the additional risks of nerve injury. The ability to alter the vector of motion of the underlying SMAS makes the technique adaptable to a variety of facial characteristics. The lateral SMASectomy is a viable and powerful method that has stood the test of time.
Volume Number
46
Issue Number
4
Pages
523 - 532
Document Type
Article
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
Surgery
PMID
DOI
10.1016/j.cps.2019.06.003