Malar and submalar augmentation

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2008 Feb;16(1):11-32, v. doi: 10.1016/j.fsc.2007.09.008.

Abstract

Over the past four decades, revolutionary improvements in the design and manufacture of facial implants have broadened the application of midface augmentation. The contemporary practice of facial rejuvenation reflects a 20-year culmination of rapid advances made in the understanding and treatment of midface aging. This article highlights the practice of malar and submalar augmentation: when and how it should be used.

MeSH terms

  • Antibiotic Prophylaxis
  • Biocompatible Materials / therapeutic use
  • Dissection
  • Face / anatomy & histology
  • Face / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Prosthesis Implantation* / methods
  • Rejuvenation
  • Zygoma

Substances

  • Biocompatible Materials