Demystifying Deep Layer Face-Lift Techniques: A Systematic Review of Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Techniques
Various SMAS techniques can provide excellent aesthetic outcomes; however, medially based "deep plane" techniques, which carry dissection medial to the stout retaining ligaments, have not been shown to provide significant improvement in the appearance of the midface or improved longevity of results.
Authors
- Rami D. Sherif (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4514-9450)
- Nishant Ganesh Kumar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0875-5809)
- James M. Stuzin
- Rod J. Rohrich
- Kelly P. Schultz
Institutions
- University of Miami (US)
- Baylor College of Medicine (US)
- Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Published
- 2025-10-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/prs.0000000000012526
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Facial Rejuvenation and Surgery Techniques
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.00