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Lin, Samuel J. et al.: 2024 Neck Rejuvenation DOI: 10.1055/b-0044-201784

4 The Use of Platysma Window for Neck Contouring

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Editors: Lin, Samuel J.; Slavin, Sumner A.; Tandon, Vickram J.

Authors: Angelini, Matteo A.; Cunha Araujo, Marcelo; Barrios, Esther; Bellamy, Justin; Boustany, Ashley N.; Chia, Christopher T.; Citarella, Enzo R.; Condé-Green, Alexandra; Couto, Rafael A.; Dayan, Erez; Dover, Jeffrey S.; Ebersole, Trina G.; Foppiani, Jose A.; Gould, Daniel J.; Grover, Ritwik; Grow, Jacob N.; Janne Hasbun, Samir; Hogan, Sara R.; Hurwitz, Dennis J.; Kaminer, Michael S.; Kaminer, Michael S.; Kochuba, Andrew L.; Maia, Munique; Matarasso, Alan; Nassar, Amer H.; Nicholas, Mathew N.; Piña, Jeremie O.; Pelle-Ceravolo, Mario; Rodriguez-Unda, Nelson A.; Rohrich, Rod J.; Sinder, Ramil; Sterodimas, Aris; Talei, Benjamin; Ziai, Hedyeh; Zins, James E.

Title: Neck Rejuvenation

Subtitle: Surgical and Nonsurgical Techniques

Print ISBN: 9781626239630; Online ISBN: 9781684202850; Book DOI: 10.1055/b000000386

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Subjects: Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery

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Rod J. Rohrich, Justin Bellamy, and Nelson A. Rodriguez-Unda

Abstract

Neck aesthetics are a key component of a youthful appearance. Mastering a safe, effective, robust, and reproducible technique for neck contouring remains essential for success in facial rejuvenation. Here we describe our approach to neck and jawline contouring using the lateral platysmal window, with or without a central neck lift component. This approach to neck rejuvenation can be performed alone; however, it becomes even more effective when combined with rhytidectomy. An understanding of the underlying anatomy contributing to neck deformity guides the surgical approach. By using an anatomy-driven, systematic approach as we describe here, this technique can impart robust tightening of the lower face and neck while simultaneously minimizing risk of injury to nearby structures.

Key words

neck lift - facelift - lateral platysmal window - neck contouring - neck rejuvenation
 
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