Technical Strategies Reduction Malarplasty Using Sliding Setback Osteotomy

摘要: A prominent malar complex results in a triangular facial shape. When combined with mandibular angle, the face appear to be aggressive and masculine. Surgical procedures correct these features are commonly requested by Asian women. Baek introduced reduction malarplasty under-positioning of "osteotomized" zygoma. We modified Baek's procedure sliding osteotomized zygoma superoposteriorly. The posterior surface is not separated from soft tissue preserve blood supply Ten patients zygomas underwent March 1994 through July 1996. Seven were female 3 male. All satisfied their results. symmetrical appearance was achieved all patients. This method provides for precise under good exposure. Symmetry easily achieved. There no effect on survival bone after because has its own surface. masseteric origin preserved, which ensures minimal cheek drooping reduction.