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Facial Plast Surg 2021; 37(03): 400-406
DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1725167
Original Research

Conservative Neck Rejuvenation

Carlo Gasperoni
1   Private Practice, Lugano, Switzerland
,
Paolo Gasperoni
2   Plastic Surgery Center Center, Quisisana Clinic, Rome, Italy
,
Valentina Pino
3   Istituto di Clinica Chirurgica, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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Abstract

In the field of facial rejuvenation, among the recurrent topics, one of the most discussed is the return to less invasive techniques. Lower face rejuvenation is best achieved acting on the platysma muscle. Many techniques are used and usually include platysma section, redundancy reduction, and redraping. Platysma plication is also used especially in secondary cases because of the increased risk of nerve injury due to possible anatomical damage caused by previous operations. A technique that preserves the deep planes based on a new plication method is proposed (conservative neck rejuvenation). In this technique, the dissection plane is only subcutaneous to reduce the risk of nerve injuries. An effective neck contouring is possible using a simpler technique with very good results and a lower rate of morbidity.

Keywords

aging face - cosmetic surgery - face lift - neck lift - neck rejuvenation


Publication History

Article published online:
11 March 2021

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