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Published in: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 4/2012

01-08-2012 | Innovative Techniques

Preauricular Incision Outlining During a Face-Lift: A Step-by-Step Description

Authors: J. M. Albertal, G. Davalos, M. Leonetti, M. Albertal

Published in: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery | Issue 4/2012

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Abstract

The data on the proper way to establish the preauricular incision (PAI) line and manage skin tension during lifting are limited. Undoubtedly, proper tissue handling represents a true challenge during a lifting procedure and is a crucial step in avoiding disfiguration. The authors describe their approach to PAI demarcation and local skin tension management performed in 165 cases since 2007.

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Metadata
Title
Preauricular Incision Outlining During a Face-Lift: A Step-by-Step Description
Authors
J. M. Albertal
G. Davalos
M. Leonetti
M. Albertal
Publication date
01-08-2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery / Issue 4/2012
Print ISSN: 0364-216X
Electronic ISSN: 1432-5241
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-012-9900-7

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