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Jacob CI, Kaminer MS.
The corset platysma repair: a technique revisited. Dermatol Surg. 2002 Mar;28(3):257-62.
PMID: 11896779
Comment in:
Dermatol Surg. 2002 Sep;28(9):869; author reply 869-70.
Department of Dermatology, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, USA.
carriejacob@ix.netcom.com
BACKGROUND: Platysma banding along with excess submental adipose tissue and
sagging skin can lead to an aged appearance. Several methods for improving neck
and submental contours exist, including neck liposuction, bilateral platysma
plication, midline platysma plication with transection of distal fibers,
necklift with skin excision, and botulinum toxin injection for platysma
relaxation. With the current interest in minimally invasive procedures, surgeons
and patients are searching for techniques that produce maximal improvement with
minimal intervention. OBJECTIVE: To present a modified technique for maximizing
neck contouring, discuss possible complications of the procedure, and describe
appropriate candidates for the corset platysmaplasty. METHODS: We performed a
retrospective analysis of 10 consecutive patients who underwent neck liposuction
with concomitant corset platysmaplasty at our institution. RESULTS: All 10
patients achieved good to excellent submental and jawline contouring, determined
by both physician and patient assessment, with no visible platysma banding at 6
months follow-up. No major complications were noted. CONCLUSION: Use of corset
platysmaplasty is a safe and effective method for neck rejuvenation. This
variation of platysmaplasty can be used in conjunction with neck liposuction to
maximize jawline and neck contour enhancement.
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