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An approach to SMAS-platysma system rhytidectomy is described which has the benefits of deep-layer meloplasty without the undue risk inherent in approaches that widely undermine this system. The technique has been used on 100 consecutive patients with few complications. These include 1 hematoma that required surgical evacuation, 8 minor hematomas, and 4 skin sloughs. There was no facial nerve paralysis or alopecia.
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Fodor, P.B. Platysma-SMAS rhytidectomy—A personal modification. Aesth. Plast. Surg. 6, 173–176 (1982). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01570639
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01570639