Introduction Nowadays, liposuction is the most frequently performed aesthetic surgery procedure in Western Countries. This technique has had rapid development since the 1970s, when it was experimented for the first time by A. and G. Fischer. It is currently widely used in clinical practice for many different situations in aesthetic, reconstructive and functional fields. Materials and methods ...

The term oncoplastic surgery was first coined by Gabka and Bohmert [1], reflecting a recognition that the cosmetic outcome of breast surgery is an important part of patient outcomes. With the publication of practice guidelines, the principles of oncoplastic surgery were embedded in the management of breast cancer [2-6]. The evidence that poor aesthetic outcomes after breast surgery adversely im...

When perusing a plastic surgery journal or attending a plastic surgery meeting, it is evident that the results shown in any given aesthetic presentation are considered by some to be excellent, whereas others deem the same results to be average or less than optimal. This disparity occurs when the interpretation of posttreatment results is based solely on subjective opinion. Certainly, the task o...

1171 T his comprehensive review covers many of the important functional considerations in aesthetic eyelid surgery. It is clear, concise, and practical. I would like to add a few more pearls merely based on my substantially longer experience with surgery on this site. When obtaining patient history, in addition to what is discussed in this article, one has to also be cognizant of medications th...

Modern nasal surgery cannot be approached from an exclusive cosmetic or an exclusive functional prospective. An exclusive cosmetic approach to rhinoplasty is conceptually incorrect and surgically limited as the nose has more than an aesthetic purpose, as it is a complex organ considering its respiratory, sensory and cleansing functions. At the same time, nasal surgery that only considers functi...

Modern concepts in the world of beauty arise from popular models, beautiful faces of actors document a bi-protrusive asset with high tension for soft tissues. Facial symmetry has been proposed as a marker of development and stability that may be important in human mate choice. For various traits any deviation from perfect symmetry can be considered a reflection of imperfect development. Additio...

Outcomes research examines the end results of medical interventions, taking into account patients’ experiences, preferences, and values. The purpose of assessing outcomes is to provide evidence on which to base clinical decisions. The assessment of outcomes in aesthetic surgery is especially pertinent because patient satisfaction is the predominant factor in determining success. In cosmetic sur...

A 46-year-old woman presented at the Department of Periodontology, University of Giessen, with mild chronic periodontitis and multiple gingival recessions in the upper jaw. Examination revealed poorly contoured metal ceramic restorations. Resulting soft tissue contours were also less than ideal from an aesthetic perspective. Oral hygiene instructions, scaling, and root planing were performed to...

LEARNING OBJECTIVES The reader is presumed to have a basic understanding of facial anatomy and facial rejuvenation procedures. After reading this article, the reader should also be able to: 1. Identify the essential anatomy of the face as it relates to facelift surgery. 2. Describe the common types of facelift procedures, including their strengths and weaknesses. 3. Apply appropriate preoperati...