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Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Source Type: journals

Discussion Regarding Botulinum Toxin, Immunologic Considerations with Long-term Repeated Use, with Emphasis on Cosmetic ApplicationsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Gary Borodic Source Type: journals

Pearls in Facelift ManagementEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article provides a collection of surgical tips and pearls that can be applied to most facelift procedures, no matter the surgical technique. A holistic approach to patient care is discussed regarding preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative management. Within this article the authors outline details so facial plastic surgeons can provide their patients with the smoothest surgical experience and recovery. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Marc S. Zimbler, Grigoriy Mashkevich Source Type: journals

Reflections on Aesthetic Facial Surgery in MenEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article addresses some of the nonsurgical considerations in caring for male patients. We are witnessing an ever-increasing level of interest in aesthetic surgery among men, and the unique considerations related to addressing male patients compared to female patients merit our attention. The care of male patients is characterized by important differences along each step of the surgical process. Men display a different set of motivations, concerns, and aesthetic ideals compared with women. Men also demonstrate decision-making processes and problem-solving approaches that contrast with approaches observed among women. Th...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Ross A. Clevens, Stephen Prendiville Source Type: journals

Surgical Treatment of the Heavy Face and NeckEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The surgical management of the patient with the heavy face and neck requires an appreciation of the multiple anatomic and physiologic factors responsible for the associated displeasing appearance. Preoperative planning and patient selection are key components in achieving optimal outcomes. Furthermore, while approaches and techniques applied in traditional facelifts are beneficial, additional or modified maneuvers are often necessary to produce the desired outcomes in this challenging patient group. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Jeffrey H. Wachholz Source Type: journals

Rejuvenation of the Aging Neck: Current Principles, Techniques, and Newer ModificationsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article reviews the techniques that are available and the decision-making process in choosing the appropriate technique for the individual patient. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: David A. Caplin, Chad A. Perlyn Source Type: journals

Extended Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System Rhytidectomy: A Graded ApproachEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article outlines the analysis of the patient, preoperative preparation of the patient, an algorithm for adjunctive procedures to achieve a youthful yet balanced face, the associated surgical technique, and also possible complications. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Stephen W. Perkins, Amit B. Patel Source Type: journals

Deep Plane Rhytidectomy and VariationsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The extreme interest in developing new surgical approaches to rhytidectomy and to refining those techniques over the last two decades has resulted in considerable improvement in surgical results. This has taken the form of a more natural and youthful restoration of the face by together lifting forehead, midface, and lower face. This approach produces a more harmonious balance of the upper and lower portions of the face than was possible before the introduction of mid-facelifting techniques. Added to this has been the emphasis by some surgeons of restoring tissue volume to the face by using autogenous fat injections. One ca...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Shan R. Baker Source Type: journals

Short-Scar Purse-String FaceliftEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article describes the purse-string facelift, a vertical facelift that moves away from traditional techniques that use a horizontal vector of subcutaneous muscle–aponeurotic system repositioning. The vertical facelift can counterbalance the effects of gravity and natural facial aging and can reposition the facial soft tissues into a more youthful position more directly and correctly. Rather than multiple, separate sutures to support the suspended tissues, the purse-string technique offers two distinct advantages: operative expediency and a tenacious suture anchor based on the periosteum of the posterolateral zygomati...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Amir M. Karam, L. Mike Nayak, Samuel M. Lam Source Type: journals

Volumetric Facelift with Intra- and Post-Operative Midface Volume Replacement“The Four-Dimensional Facelift”Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Cosmetic rejuvenation of the lower face can be accomplished effectively with facelift surgery; however, aesthetic outcomes are significantly improved when surgical traction combined with midface volume restoration is achieved and perpetuated. Incorporating the current understanding of the evolving process of facial maturation, this article puts forth an approach to full-face rejuvenation involving the continued treatment of the facelift patients with injectable filler materials for years after the surgical procedures. Beyond a three-dimensional approach, this “four-dimensional” method can achieve persistent, effective,...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Benjamin A. Bassichis Source Type: journals

Management of Anesthesia and Facility in Facelift SurgeryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article describes a technique with which the authors have had great success. The principles of patient safety and comfort are essential elements in providing anesthesia for a facial plastic surgical case. A well-performed anesthetic makes a smooth postoperative course more likely, but a poorly handled anesthetic can increase the likelihood of postoperative complications and can strain the relationship between surgeon and patient. There cannot be enough emphasis on making and keeping the patient happy. A happy patient will do better in the long run, will be more willing to undergo future procedures, and often provides ...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Stephen Prendiville, Seth Weiser Source Type: journals

Avoiding Patient Dissatisfaction and Complications in Facelift SurgeryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article describes the sources of patient dissatisfaction and the avoidance and management of complications related to facelift surgery. A clinically oriented comprehensive review of the assessment and management of complications encountered during facelift surgery of the lower two thirds of the face and neck is presented. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Ross A. Clevens Source Type: journals

Facelift Adjunctive Techniques: Skin Resurfacing and Volumetric ContouringEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Optimizing outcomes for rhytidectomy patients involves careful evaluation for conditions likely to benefit from adjunctive facial contouring and/or skin resurfacing procedures. On an individual basis, concurrent procedures should be performed only if benefits far outweigh any added risk and patient safety is not compromised. In this manner, physicians may improve practice productivity and overall patient satisfaction. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: J. David Holcomb Source Type: journals

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It is an honor and a privilege to serve as a Guest Editor for this edition of Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America. The opportunity to share ideas with mentors and colleagues is thought provoking and exhilarating. Likewise, it represents an opportunity to stimulate intellectual and practical developments in surgical technique, patient management, and philosophy of practice. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - November 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Stephen Prendiville Source Type: journals

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Recontouring, Resurfacing, and Scar Revision in Skin Cancer ReconstructionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Residual disfigurement is a common problem for patients who have undergone skin cancer reconstruction. Restoring form and function in these patients is an artistic and technical endeavor. The efficacy of surgical scar revision, dermabrasion, chemical peels, and laser resurfacing is predicated upon the skin's innate ability to regenerate over time in response to mechanical, chemical, and thermal or ablative stresses. The patient and surgeon should be accepting of a process that is often gradual and may proceed in stages. Achieving proficiency with the secondary procedures for improving scars and local flaps may allow the mo...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Michael J. Brenner, Christopher A. Perro Source Type: journals

Cheek DefectsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The challenge surgeons face when reconstructing cheek defects varies significantly depending on the location and depth of the defect and the distensibility of the surrounding tissues. The cheek is a large aesthetic unit characterized in most areas with a convex surface and inherent transitions in color and texture. These characteristics demand the surgeon's attention to achieve superior results during reconstruction. Surgeons must also recognize the free margins of the adjacent structures, including the lower eyelid, nasal ala, and lip, to minimize distortion of these areas during healing. With these challenges in mind, th...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Eric J. Dobratz, Peter A. Hilger Source Type: journals

Lip ReconstructionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The upper and lower lips are prominent facial features of significant importance for esthetic and functional reasons. Both lips, but especially the lower lip, are at risk for cutaneous malignancy because of their prominent location. Treatment of such malignancies creates a spectrum of defects that must be meticulously addressed by the reconstructive surgeon. These defects can be classified as small, medium, and large, and the optimal reconstructive method is typically based on this distinction. Depending on the size of the defect and the patient characteristics, reconstructive options include primary closure, local tissue ...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Lisa E. Ishii, Patrick J. Byrne Source Type: journals

Ear DefectsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article organizes auricular defects into different categories based on anatomic location and extent of tissue loss, including skin-only defects, small composite defects, full-thickness defects involving or sparing the upper third of the ear, and total auricular loss. The authors share an algorithm for repair of the array of auricular defects. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: David C. Shonka, Stephen S. Park Source Type: journals

Reconstruction of Eyelid DefectsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article reviews the pertinent eyelid anatomy, describes methods for analysis of eyelid position before and after surgery, and discusses the structural restoration options for commonly encountered eyelid defects. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Amar C. Suryadevara, Kris S. Moe Source Type: journals

Management of Cutaneous Nasal DefectsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article discusses the current practices in the repair of nasal defects. Although this article focuses on reconstruction of oncologic defects, the principles discussed can be effectively applied to traumatic defects, as well. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Stephen M. Weber, Shan R. Baker Source Type: journals

Options for the Management of Forehead and Scalp DefectsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article addresses the options for the management of forehead and scalp defects, including secondary intention healing, skin grafting, local flaps, free flaps, tissue expansion, and negative pressure treatment. When possible, special consideration is given to addressing the advantages and disadvantages of each repair option, while providing a framework from which to plan scalp and forehead reconstruction. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Patrick C. Angelos, Brian W. Downs Source Type: journals

Interpolated Forehead and Melolabial FlapsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Facial reconstruction is a challenging yet rewarding endeavor. The interpolated forehead and melolabial flaps are well-established methods for facial restoration, especially for the repair of nasal defects following excision of cutaneous malignancies. Repair of facial defects using interpolation flaps requires an appreciation of variations in skin thickness, facial contours, and functional concerns at the donor and recipient sites. A detailed review of flap design, modifications, and implementation is provided for the forehead and melolabial flaps. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Brian S. Jewett Source Type: journals

Local Flaps I: Bilobed, Rhombic, and CervicofacialEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article is the first in a series focusing on the reconstruction of defects of the head and neck created by the resection of a skin cancer. This series begins with a detailed description of specific types of local flaps, and is followed by articles emphasizing the options for reconstruction by anatomic site. The surgical technique for three workhorse flaps of the face are described: the bilobed flap, rhombic flap, and cervicofacial flaps. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Eugene A. Chu, Patrick J. Byrne Source Type: journals

Malignant MelanomaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article discusses in depth the clinical presentation and evaluation, patterns of growth, and pathologic staging of the neoplasm and regional lymph nodes. Treatment approaches and outcomes are presented. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Joseph Califano, Melonie Nance Source Type: journals

Mohs Micrographic Surgery for the Management of Nonmelanoma Skin CancersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Many treatment modalities have been described to address the growing epidemic of nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC). Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) is a surgical technique that allows complete and precise microscopic margin analysis by using horizontal frozen sections. The purpose of MMS is twofold: to ensure definitive excision and to minimize loss of normal surrounding tissue. MMS offers the advantages of superior cure rates and, because tissue removal is minimized, excellent cosmetic outcomes. Therefore, MMS has become the treatment of choice for many high-risk tumors. Because this technique is labor intensive, MMS is not ...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Lara Cumberland, Ali Dana, Nanette Liegeois Source Type: journals

Nonmelanoma Skin CancerEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article provides readers with a comprehensive review of the evaluation and management of nonmelanoma skin cancers. Treatment recommendations are heavily based on the most recent guidelines from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. Merkel cell carcinoma and dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans are also discussed. After reviewing this article, readers should be equipped with a better understanding of these entities and the current recommendations for their management. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: David A. Lee, Stanley J. Miller Source Type: journals

Evaluation and Initial Management of the Patient with Facial Skin CancerEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article seeks to delineate the important information to be obtained during the history and physical examination of a patient presenting for facial lesion evaluation. The biologic behavior and treatment options are summarized for the most commonly encountered skin cancers—basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Tang Ho, Patrick J. Byrne Source Type: journals

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The incidence of skin cancers is increasing worldwide. Many facial plastic surgeons have found the management of skin cancers and the resultant defects to be a very interesting and satisfying component of their practices. The field is changing, and we are constantly learning more about the pathogenesis and treatment options for a range of skin cancers. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - July 31, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Patrick J. Byrne Source Type: journals

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Erratum: New Concepts in Nasal Tip ContouringEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article appeared in the February 2009 issue of the Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (Volume 17, Number 1). The credit lines were omitted from several figures. The proper credit lines for these figures are as follows: (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Dean M. Toriumi, Mark A. Checcone Source Type: journals

Free Tissue Transfer in the Reconstruction of Massive Skin CancerEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Skin cancer arising in the head and neck is a common occurrence. Although the vast majority of these cancers can be treated with simple excision and local reconstruction there is a subset of patients who have massive tumors that require composite tissue resection. These patients are best reconstructed with free tissue transfer. Acceptable functional and cosmetic results can be expected. Long-term survival is excellent in patients who have negative margins. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Mark K. Wax Source Type: journals

Facial Transplantation: The Next Frontier in Head and Neck ReconstructionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article reviews current techniques for reconstruction of facial defects, with a focus on the microsurgical, immunologic, and ethical considerations of facial allotransplantation. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Eunice E. Park, Eric M. Genden Source Type: journals

Parotid DefectsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article discusses various reconstructive options following parotidectomy and other ablative procedures that are often performed in conjunction. Reconstruction of parotidectomy defects associated with lateral temporal bone resection is discussed elsewhere in this issue. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Tamer Ghanem Source Type: journals

Reconstruction of Periauricular and Temporal Bone DefectsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Large periauricular and temporal bone defects most commonly follow resection of advanced nonmelanoma skin cancers. Reconstruction aims to cover the cutaneous defect and adjacent vital structures with the ability to heal in an irradiated field and withstand further treatment. Preferred reconstructions are class I, cervicofacial rotation or radial forearm free flap; class II, anterolateral thigh; and class II, rectus abominis free flap. Ancillary procedures, especially for associated facial paralysis, often are required. Although free flap reconstruction provides rapid wound healing, local and regional flaps are alternatives...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Tim A. Iseli, Eben L. Rosenthal Source Type: journals

Maxillofacial Trauma ReconstructionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Maxillofacial trauma caused by severe ballistic or avulsion injuries to the face creates complex composite defects. The essential difference between most blunt facial injuries and ballistic or avulsive facial injuries is the severity of the soft and hard tissue loss and damage. Application of modern principles of fracture management and wound care, however, allows restoration of the facial framework until a healthy tissue bed is achieved for definitive repair. Free tissue transfer has made it possible to bring well-vascularized bone and soft tissue into a hostile wound environment with excellent survival of the flap tissue...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Neal D. Futran Source Type: journals

Microvascular Reconstruction of the Orbital ComplexEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article summarizes the approach to orbitomaxillary reconstruction and discusses the use of free tissue transfer in the rehabilitation of this complex region. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Jeffrey S. Moyer, Douglas B. Chepeha, Mark E.P. Prince, Theodoros N. Teknos Source Type: journals

Reconstruction of the Midface and MaxillaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The maxilla and midface have an important aesthetic and functional role. Their reconstruction after surgical ablation is a complex problem. The historical development of reconstruction of the midface, classification systems of maxillary defects, and descriptions of reconstructive options are presented. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Mark G. Shrime, Ralph W. Gilbert Source Type: journals

Microvascular Reconstruction of Major Lip DefectsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article reviews the goals of lip reconstruction after major ablative or traumatic lip losses and outlines the free flap options available to achieve these goals. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Michael J. Odell, Mark A. Varvares Source Type: journals

The Total Nasal Defect and ReconstructionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The structures of the nose are arguably the most complex within the face to reconstitute when absent. Total nasal reconstruction has evolved to encompass advanced surgical techniques in an effort to achieve increasingly satisfactory cosmetic results while restoring nasal function that mimics the function of a patient's natural nose. In this article, the history of total nasal defects and their reconstruction, relevant nasal anatomy, etiologies of the defect, and the surgical approaches to reconstructing each of the three-layered structure of the nose (ie, nasal skin, cartilage/bone, and lining mucosa) are explored. (Source...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Steven B. Cannady, Ted A. Cook, Mark K. Wax Source Type: journals

Reconstruction of the ScalpEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article presents defect analysis and discussion of reconstruction options, with figures of successful reconstructive surgeries. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Yadranko Ducic Source Type: journals

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Occasionally, the facial plastic reconstructive surgeon encounters a patient who has a composite defect that is not amenable to local tissue rearrangement. Whether the patient presents with such a large lesion that local tissues will not suffice for reconstructive purposes or the patient has been heavily pretreated by surgery or multiple surgical excisions with local flap reconstructions, tissue from outside of the head and neck area is required. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - April 24, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Mark K. Wax Source Type: journals

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Tissue Engineering for RhinoplastyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Tissue engineering is a rapidly evolving field of research, and its impact on clinical health care solutions can be profound. It offers a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between basic science and the application of a tissue-engineered cartilage product for patients undergoing primary and revision rhinoplasty. Autologous tissue-engineered septal cartilage can be fabricated from a small sample of septal cartilage taken from a patient. This tissue-engineered product would eventually provide the surgeon with adequate grafting material with which to complete a rhinoplasty or nasal reconstructive case without the known limi...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America - February 1, 2009 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Deborah Watson Source Type: journals