A multicenter noncomparative clinical study on midface rejuvenation using a nonabsorbable polypropylene mesh: Evaluation of efficacy and safety

Chang Sik Pak, Lan Sook Chang, Hobin Lee, Jae Hoon Jeong, Jinwook Jeong, Eul Sik Yoon, Chan Yeong Heo

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Abstract

Background Facial rejuvenation can be achieved using a variety of techniques. Since minimally invasive procedures for face lifting have become popular because of their convenience and short operating time, numerous minimally invasive surgical procedures have been developed. In this study, a nonabsorbable polypropylene mesh is introduced as a new face lifting instrument, with the nasolabial fold as the main target area. In this paper, we report the efficacy and safety of a polypropylene mesh in midface rejuvenation. Methods Thirty-three subjects with moderate-to-severe nasolabial folds were enrolled from two medical institutions for a noncomparative single-sample study. A mesh was inserted above the superficial muscular aponeurotic system layer, reaching the nasolabial folds through a temporal scalp incision. After 3 weeks, the temporal end of the mesh was pulled to provide a lifting effect. Then, the mesh was fixed to the deep temporal fascia using nonabsorbable sutures. To evaluate efficacy, we compared the scores on the Wrinkle Severity Rating Scale and a visual analog scale for patient satisfaction between the baseline and 7 weeks postoperatively. In addition, we evaluated safety based on the incidence of adverse events. Results The treatment was deemed effective at improving wrinkles in 23 of 28 cases, and patient satisfaction improved significantly during the study period. There were seven cases of skin or subcutaneous tissue complications, including edema and erythema, but there were no suspected serious adverse events. Conclusions Face lifting using a nonabsorbable mesh can improve nasolabial folds without serious adverse effects. Thus, this technique is safe and effective for midface rejuvenation.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)572-579
Number of pages8
JournalArchives of Plastic Surgery
Volume42
Issue number5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2015 Sept 1
Externally publishedYes

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Publisher Copyright:
© 2015 The Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.

Keywords

  • Facelift
  • Polypropylene
  • Rhytidoplasty

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery

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