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Difference in Results/longevity Between SMAS Lift Done Under Oral Sedation and Deep Plane Performed Under IV Sedation?

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Assume the same patient consults with two highly qualified, board certified, face-only surgeons. One does 100+ procedures per/yr using a short scar, SMAS face/neck lift under oral sedation and local anesthetic at an in-office suite. The other PS does an equal # of lifts using a deep plane technique with IV sedation in an outpatient setting. .What difference in near term and long term results would you predict depending on which surgeon was chosen?

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