Background:Facelift procedures represent a critical area of aesthetic and reconstructive surgery that addresses the physical and psychological impacts of facial aging.Advancements in techniques and technologies over t...Background:Facelift procedures represent a critical area of aesthetic and reconstructive surgery that addresses the physical and psychological impacts of facial aging.Advancements in techniques and technologies over time have transformed the field,making it essential to assess the evolution of research trends.This study performed a bibliometric analysis of facelift research by examining the top 50 most cited publications to evaluate their contributions,thematic evolution,and collaborative networks.Methods:The Scopus database was used to identify relevant publications.A total of 50 documents were selected,comprising 47 articles and 3 reviews published across 16 academic sources.The inclusion criteria focused on publications with substantial relevance to facelift research;this ensured comprehensive coverage of the topic.Key performance indicators(for the authors)such as the number of papers,total citations,h-index,g-index,m-index,HG composite,and Q2 index were calculated.Citation analysis and collaborative network mapping were conducted to identify the leading contributors,including authors,universities,countries,and sources.Results:The findings indicated an annual growth rate of 1.34%,with an average document age of 29.4 years and an average citation count per document of 134.9.The analysis identified the top authors and their collaborative networks,along with key contributions from various universities,countries,and sources.The thematic evolution of facelift research was examined across these 50 papers;this revealed important trends and shifts within the field.Conclusion:This bibliometric analysis offers valuable insights into the development and influence of facelift research over a 52-year span.It highlights significant contributors and outlines thematic shifts,providing directions for future research and collaboration in this field.展开更多
Historically, face-lifting consisted of elevating the skin, placing it under tension to reduce the wrinkles, resecting the skin needed to accomplish this, and then securing the resected edges. However, over time, face...Historically, face-lifting consisted of elevating the skin, placing it under tension to reduce the wrinkles, resecting the skin needed to accomplish this, and then securing the resected edges. However, over time, facelift surgery evolved beyond the Dorland’s definition of “rhytidectomy” (excision of skin for the elimination of wrinkles [1]) and various different techniques and indications have been described.We report of the pre-auricular facelift approach, as described by Skoog [2] for alternative use: The excision of a giant cell tumour, utilizing this facelift technique to achieve serial excision from a two year old, male patient’s face. This has resulted in a satisfactory aesthetic outcome and scar alignment in favourable area as well as excision of a significant part of the lesion, and awaiting further serial excision for completion.展开更多
Since the advent of facelift surgery, there has been a progressive evolution in tech-nique. Methods of dissection trended towards progressively aggressive surgery with deeper dissection for repositioning of ptotic fac...Since the advent of facelift surgery, there has been a progressive evolution in tech-nique. Methods of dissection trended towards progressively aggressive surgery with deeper dissection for repositioning of ptotic facial tissues. In recent decades, the pendulum has swung towards more minimally invasive options. Likewise, there has been a shift in focus from repo-sitioning alone to the addition of volumization for facial rejuvenation. The techniques in this article are reviewed in a chronologic fashion with a focus on historical development as well as brief discussion on efficacy in relation to the other existing options. There is currently no gold standard technique with a plethora of options with comparable efficacy. There is controversy over which approach is optimal and future research is needed to better delineate optimal treatment options, which may vary based on the patient. Copyright a 2015 Chinese Medical Association. Production and hosting by Elsevier B.V. on behalf of KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/).展开更多
Wu Jinglian, 74, is a respected Chinese economist. He has been a visiting professor at Yale University, MIT, Stanford University and Oxford University and is now a member of the Executive Committee (2005-08) of the In...Wu Jinglian, 74, is a respected Chinese economist. He has been a visiting professor at Yale University, MIT, Stanford University and Oxford University and is now a member of the Executive Committee (2005-08) of the International Economic Association. Wu's outspoken viewpoint in 2001 that China's stock markets are more ruthless than casinos created a big stir, but it also earned him widespread respect. At a recent forum held by the China Europe International Business School, Wu talked about why and how Ch...展开更多
Aim:The author describes a new endoscopic midface lifting technique using solely temporal access and evaluates its advantages and perspectives.Methods:This is a single-surgeon case study.Through a short temporal incis...Aim:The author describes a new endoscopic midface lifting technique using solely temporal access and evaluates its advantages and perspectives.Methods:This is a single-surgeon case study.Through a short temporal incision,dissection is performed along a single plane connecting the superficial surfaces of both the facial and temporal superficial musculoaponeurotic system(SMAS)layers.Subsequent midface dissection divides the malar fat pad into the deeper and superficial parts.A new concept of a combination high malar SMAS lift and internal skin flap anchorage that provides long-term stability is described.Results:The temporal endoscopic midface(TEM)lift technique resulted in good objective results with high patient satisfaction.The temporal access allowed proper vertical vector correction of the sagging centro-facial structures.The resulting scar was inconspicuous and hidden in the hair bearing skin,and its length was measured between 5-6 cm.A conversion to the conventional long facial scar approach was completely avoided.Conclusion:The TEM lift is a new and effective procedure for facial rejuvenation,especially the midface and cheek.The results illustrate the importance of internal anchorage of both the midface SMAS and skin flap.These are the keys to long-lasting and pleasing results.The procedure is best suited for younger men and women with little or no neck skin laxity.展开更多
As people live longer and stay healthier,many want to look as youthful as they feel.The general population continues to explore nonsurgical options to augment and possibly delay traditional rhytidectomy.Herein,we pres...As people live longer and stay healthier,many want to look as youthful as they feel.The general population continues to explore nonsurgical options to augment and possibly delay traditional rhytidectomy.Herein,we present a unique nonsurgical option to enhance our current modalities of neuromodulators and fillers commonly used on the face and neck.In addition,we discuss the ideal application of this technology including treatment times and intervals between treatments.展开更多
We developed R lift,a modified en-bloc facelift,in response to growing demand for long-lasting,effective facelift procedures associated with minimal downtime and a low risk of complications.Conventional facelift proce...We developed R lift,a modified en-bloc facelift,in response to growing demand for long-lasting,effective facelift procedures associated with minimal downtime and a low risk of complications.Conventional facelift procedures can be invasive,involve long recovery times,and can be disfiguring in the early postoperative period.However,nonsurgical modalities for facelift tend to yield a weaker,less noticeable lift and may require earlier revision.Methods:Eighty-five patients who underwent R lift were evaluated retrospectively.Minor and major complications and the need for any revisions were recorded.Results:Patients received follow-up for an average of 16.3 months(range 8-48.8 months).One patient required minor revisional surgery after dental abscess and subsequent soft-tissue infection of the face.Another patient had hypertrophic scarring.No patients experienced nerve damage or other major complications.Conclusion:R lift is indicated for patients with the spectrum of age-related concerns of the mid/lowerface and neck.This technique yields reliable harmonious results,with a low risk of complications and a short recovery period.Continued follow-up data are needed to confirm the stability of the R lift result.展开更多
文摘Background:Facelift procedures represent a critical area of aesthetic and reconstructive surgery that addresses the physical and psychological impacts of facial aging.Advancements in techniques and technologies over time have transformed the field,making it essential to assess the evolution of research trends.This study performed a bibliometric analysis of facelift research by examining the top 50 most cited publications to evaluate their contributions,thematic evolution,and collaborative networks.Methods:The Scopus database was used to identify relevant publications.A total of 50 documents were selected,comprising 47 articles and 3 reviews published across 16 academic sources.The inclusion criteria focused on publications with substantial relevance to facelift research;this ensured comprehensive coverage of the topic.Key performance indicators(for the authors)such as the number of papers,total citations,h-index,g-index,m-index,HG composite,and Q2 index were calculated.Citation analysis and collaborative network mapping were conducted to identify the leading contributors,including authors,universities,countries,and sources.Results:The findings indicated an annual growth rate of 1.34%,with an average document age of 29.4 years and an average citation count per document of 134.9.The analysis identified the top authors and their collaborative networks,along with key contributions from various universities,countries,and sources.The thematic evolution of facelift research was examined across these 50 papers;this revealed important trends and shifts within the field.Conclusion:This bibliometric analysis offers valuable insights into the development and influence of facelift research over a 52-year span.It highlights significant contributors and outlines thematic shifts,providing directions for future research and collaboration in this field.
文摘Historically, face-lifting consisted of elevating the skin, placing it under tension to reduce the wrinkles, resecting the skin needed to accomplish this, and then securing the resected edges. However, over time, facelift surgery evolved beyond the Dorland’s definition of “rhytidectomy” (excision of skin for the elimination of wrinkles [1]) and various different techniques and indications have been described.We report of the pre-auricular facelift approach, as described by Skoog [2] for alternative use: The excision of a giant cell tumour, utilizing this facelift technique to achieve serial excision from a two year old, male patient’s face. This has resulted in a satisfactory aesthetic outcome and scar alignment in favourable area as well as excision of a significant part of the lesion, and awaiting further serial excision for completion.
文摘Since the advent of facelift surgery, there has been a progressive evolution in tech-nique. Methods of dissection trended towards progressively aggressive surgery with deeper dissection for repositioning of ptotic facial tissues. In recent decades, the pendulum has swung towards more minimally invasive options. Likewise, there has been a shift in focus from repo-sitioning alone to the addition of volumization for facial rejuvenation. The techniques in this article are reviewed in a chronologic fashion with a focus on historical development as well as brief discussion on efficacy in relation to the other existing options. There is currently no gold standard technique with a plethora of options with comparable efficacy. There is controversy over which approach is optimal and future research is needed to better delineate optimal treatment options, which may vary based on the patient. Copyright a 2015 Chinese Medical Association. Production and hosting by Elsevier B.V. on behalf of KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/).
文摘Wu Jinglian, 74, is a respected Chinese economist. He has been a visiting professor at Yale University, MIT, Stanford University and Oxford University and is now a member of the Executive Committee (2005-08) of the International Economic Association. Wu's outspoken viewpoint in 2001 that China's stock markets are more ruthless than casinos created a big stir, but it also earned him widespread respect. At a recent forum held by the China Europe International Business School, Wu talked about why and how Ch...
文摘Aim:The author describes a new endoscopic midface lifting technique using solely temporal access and evaluates its advantages and perspectives.Methods:This is a single-surgeon case study.Through a short temporal incision,dissection is performed along a single plane connecting the superficial surfaces of both the facial and temporal superficial musculoaponeurotic system(SMAS)layers.Subsequent midface dissection divides the malar fat pad into the deeper and superficial parts.A new concept of a combination high malar SMAS lift and internal skin flap anchorage that provides long-term stability is described.Results:The temporal endoscopic midface(TEM)lift technique resulted in good objective results with high patient satisfaction.The temporal access allowed proper vertical vector correction of the sagging centro-facial structures.The resulting scar was inconspicuous and hidden in the hair bearing skin,and its length was measured between 5-6 cm.A conversion to the conventional long facial scar approach was completely avoided.Conclusion:The TEM lift is a new and effective procedure for facial rejuvenation,especially the midface and cheek.The results illustrate the importance of internal anchorage of both the midface SMAS and skin flap.These are the keys to long-lasting and pleasing results.The procedure is best suited for younger men and women with little or no neck skin laxity.
文摘As people live longer and stay healthier,many want to look as youthful as they feel.The general population continues to explore nonsurgical options to augment and possibly delay traditional rhytidectomy.Herein,we present a unique nonsurgical option to enhance our current modalities of neuromodulators and fillers commonly used on the face and neck.In addition,we discuss the ideal application of this technology including treatment times and intervals between treatments.
文摘We developed R lift,a modified en-bloc facelift,in response to growing demand for long-lasting,effective facelift procedures associated with minimal downtime and a low risk of complications.Conventional facelift procedures can be invasive,involve long recovery times,and can be disfiguring in the early postoperative period.However,nonsurgical modalities for facelift tend to yield a weaker,less noticeable lift and may require earlier revision.Methods:Eighty-five patients who underwent R lift were evaluated retrospectively.Minor and major complications and the need for any revisions were recorded.Results:Patients received follow-up for an average of 16.3 months(range 8-48.8 months).One patient required minor revisional surgery after dental abscess and subsequent soft-tissue infection of the face.Another patient had hypertrophic scarring.No patients experienced nerve damage or other major complications.Conclusion:R lift is indicated for patients with the spectrum of age-related concerns of the mid/lowerface and neck.This technique yields reliable harmonious results,with a low risk of complications and a short recovery period.Continued follow-up data are needed to confirm the stability of the R lift result.
