Do ALL Doctors use the SMAS technique (SKIN and MUSCLE) to perform a full facelift? If not, why?.... I read using the "skin" only pull is useless. Why would a doctor choose to use the skin pull and not the muscle pull?
April 16, 2014
Answer: SMAS vs Skin-only Facelifts I believe that most plastic surgeons perform some variation of a SMAS facelift. This gives more longevity to the procedure. Skin only facelifts can be performed for minimal corrections and this shortfall of skin only facelifts should be discussed with patient prior to any surgical intervention.Earl Stephenson Jr, MD DDS FACS
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April 16, 2014
Answer: SMAS vs Skin-only Facelifts I believe that most plastic surgeons perform some variation of a SMAS facelift. This gives more longevity to the procedure. Skin only facelifts can be performed for minimal corrections and this shortfall of skin only facelifts should be discussed with patient prior to any surgical intervention.Earl Stephenson Jr, MD DDS FACS
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April 10, 2014
Answer: Facelift Techniques The modern facelift typically involves two levels of facial "tightening". The SMAS layer, which is a layer of connective tissue covering the facial muscles is first tightened. The skin in then tightened as well. By tightening the SMAS and skin together, a more lasting and natural result is achieved. Good Luck
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April 10, 2014
Answer: Facelift Techniques The modern facelift typically involves two levels of facial "tightening". The SMAS layer, which is a layer of connective tissue covering the facial muscles is first tightened. The skin in then tightened as well. By tightening the SMAS and skin together, a more lasting and natural result is achieved. Good Luck
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