Summary
This case report shows a new technique for inserting superficial musculoaponeurotic
system (SMAS) tissue as autologous filling of deep nasolabial folds during an SMAS
or minimal access cranial suspension (MACS) facelift procedure with satisfying aesthetic
results. The technique avoids visible scars on the cheek and does not require insertion
through a potential contaminated area such as nasal mucosa.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: September 06, 2012
Accepted:
July 17,
2012
Received:
March 23,
2012
Identification
Copyright
© 2012 British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
