Complications in Minimally Invasive Facial Rejuvenation

The demand for minimally invasive facial procedures has increased
exponentially over the past 20 years. In fact, an AAFPRS survey
estimated that 80% of cosmetic facial procedures performed by their
surgeons in 2019 were minimally invasive. Given the vast number of
patients and underqualified practitioners administering facial surgery
treatments, complications and poor outcomes are a significant issue. Complications in Minimally Invasive Facial Rejuvenation: Prevention and Management
by internationally prominent facial plastic surgeon Paul J. Carniol,
renowned dermatologists Mathew M. Avram and Jeremy A. Brauer, and
esteemed colleagues fills a gap in the literature.

Organized in
five sections and 19 chapters, the book starts with discussions of
appropriate patient selection, anesthesia considerations, relevant
anatomy, and potentially toxic smoke plumes generated by laser
treatments and electrocautery. Section two details fillers and fat
transfers for volume restoration, neuromodulators to reduce the
appearance of wrinkles, and deoxycholic acid to treat submental fat.
Section three covers high-energy devices and procedures such as laser
resurfacing, chemical peels, vascular and pigment laser and light
sources, radiofrequency, and microneedling. The final two sections
feature discussion of liposuction and cryolipolysis, followed by the
minimally invasive procedures threadlifting, face and neck lifts, hair
transplantation, and blepharoplasty.

Key Highlights

• Important
  insights on avoidance and management of adverse complications such as
  diplopia, ptosis, deformities, and asymmetry, as well as potentially
  life-threatening cerebrovascular accidents, visual loss, skin loss, and
  infection
• Extensive detailed illustrations and surgical photographs improve visual understanding of anatomical topography
• High-quality videos enhance knowledge of surgical nuances, potential pitfalls, and preventive measures to avoid problems

This
is an essential reference for dermatology, plastic surgery, and
otolaryngology residents and fellows. Practitioners who specialize in
cosmetic dermatology and facial plastic surgery will also find this an
invaluable surgical companion.