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SMAS techniques reposition the superficial musculoaponeurotic system by plication, imbrication, excision or a raised flap.

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2026
Use of Ultrasound in Face and Neck Rejuvenation
Liao D, Prasad A, Bloom JD · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 41985490
2026
2026
Interval to Secondary Facelift: A Match-Cohort Analysis of Interval Time, Technique, and Complications
Mandelbaum M, Mordukhovich I, Vishwanath N, Fraiman E, Darras O, Patel V, et al. · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 42741888
2026
SMAS Modifications in Subnasal Lip Lifting: Evaluation of 600 Patients
Ceran F, Askeroglu U, Pilanci O · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 42711479
2026
Challenges and complications in secondary rhytidectomies, a systematic review
Saad C, Ishak R, Joumaa JP, Harb I, Emmanuel N, Nicolas G, et al. · JPRAS Open · PMID 42382704
2026
How I Do It: Surgical Face and Neck Rejuvenation
Chen T, Matarasso A · J Craniofac Surg · PMID 42635321
2026
2026
Double-Sling Composite Facelift
Öreroğlu AR · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 42192009
2026
Effect of Age on Complications in Facelift Surgery
Vishwanath N, Mandelbaum M, Williams-Medina E, Darras O, Fraiman E, Patel V, et al. · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 42045665
2026
The Phylogeny and Ontogeny of Facial Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System
Ullas G, Garg S, Raghavan U · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 41061757
2026
2026
Surgical Correction of the Nasolabial Fold: A Critical Review of Rhytidectomy Techniques
Atiyeh B, Baajour J, Chrabieh E, El Moughrabi C, Zeineddine J, Makkawi K, et al. · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 42488922
2026
2026
2026
Deep Plane Versus SMAS Plication Facelift: A Prospective Cohort Study of Clinical Outcomes and Complication Rates
Neel OF, Alsubhi MN, Alotaibi H, Al-Terkawi RA, Mortada H · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 42384060
2026
2026
Histological and Biomechanical Comparison of Different Dissection Planes in Brow Lift: An Experimental Rabbit Model and Its Clinical Implications
Şibar S, Duran M, Yeşilırmak SC, Perdeci E, Elibol FKE, Özkoçer SE, et al. · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 42056570
2026
Facelift surgery under local anesthesia: A scoping review of current practices and outcomes
Beaufigeau M, Brochet L, Varazzani A, Morand S, Lange E, Rasteau S · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 42034464
2026
2026
Temporofacial (TemFa) Lift
Kaderi S, Ekinci C, Köse AA · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 42380311
2026
2026
2026
The Extended SMAS Controls Submandibular Gland Ptosis
Heffern J, Hajebian H, Mortell T, Rezvani L, Holtrop J, Chaffin A, et al. · Ann Plast Surg · PMID 41418069
2026
Proposal for an Expanded Classification of the Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System (SMAS) in the Human Forehead, Based on Anatomical and Microscopic Study
Vasil'ev YL, Kytko O, Bakhrushina EO, Smilyk I, Sarygin P, Kalinin D · Life (Basel) · PMID 42195321
2026
2026
V-Scar Lift: An Innovative Technique for Treating the Lower Third of the Face and the Upper Neck
Andreanidis G, Andreanidi I, Eustathiou G, Diamantopoulos P · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 41565864
2026
Evaluating Facelift Outcomes and Technique Trends in the United States
Pak KY, Salehi PP, Azizzadeh B · J Craniofac Surg · PMID 41251721
2026
Demystifying Deep Layer Face-Lift Techniques: A Systematic Review of Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Techniques
Schultz KP, Sherif R, Ganesh Kumar N, Stuzin JM, Rohrich RJ · Plast Reconstr Surg · Systematic Review · PMID 41100833
2026
Perceived Age Reduction After Rhytidoplasty: A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Three Surgical Techniques Using Human and AI Assessment
Baptista VS, Mussalem MGVB, Ferreira LM, Carvalho Junior JDC · Facial Plast Surg · Randomized Controlled Trial · PMID 41061760
2026
Deep Plane Technique for Male Facelift Surgery
Saadat DD, Sykes J · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 40889761
2026
What I Do Now and What I Have Eliminated from My Facelifts: Proceedings of the 2025 ASPS Spring Meeting
Thomas C, Sergesketter AR, Shariati K, Nahai F, Zins J, Warren R, et al. · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 41914963
2026
Step-by-Step Guide to Hematoma Prevention After Rhytidectomy: Lessons Learned from 40 Years of Experience
Lazzeri Domar N, Botti G, Botti C · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 40973835
2026
Comparison of Deep SMAS Lift and MACS in Facelift: A Meta-Analysis
Pandkhahi A, Zare N, Karimi AM, Ghafouriansamedanimashhad A, Karimi H, Alexander A, et al. · Medicina (Kaunas) · Meta-Analysis · PMID 41597398
2026
"TOTAL SMAS: A SYSTEMATIC APPROACH TO COMPREHENSIVE FACIAL REJUVENATION"
Pascali M, Savani L, Gratteri M, Rubolino S, Marchese G, Pascali F, et al. · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 41604337
2026
How Does Injecting Filler Into Facial Ligaments Result in Facial Lifting?
Hong GW, Swift A, Corrêa MC, Liang BC, Yi KH · J Craniofac Surg · PMID 41532639
2026
2026
[Modern approaches to facelifting: a comparative analysis of SMAS and Deep Plane techniques]
Ermoshchenkova MV, Glebova KA, Kibishev KI, Orlova AA · Khirurgiia (Mosk) · PMID 42615658
2026
2025
Comparative safety and efficacy of SMAS rhytidectomy techniques: a network meta-analysis protocol
Gasper G, Swed S, Tanas Y · Int J Surg Protoc · PMID 41334421
2025
2025
Simultaneous Tightening of Deep and Superficial Fasciae in Midface Lifting
Ozerdem OR, Anlatici R, Demiralay N · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 40830241
2025
The Deep Plane versus SMAS Facelift: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Khoury S, Almubarak Z, Khan H, Boldt G, Villemure-Poliquin N, Nichols AC · Aesthetic Plast Surg · Systematic Review · PMID 40801931
2025
Comparing the Safety and Efficacy of Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System and Deep Plane Facelift Techniques: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Vayalapra S, Guerero DN, Sandhu V, Happy AA, Imantalab D, Kissoonsingh P, et al. · Ann Plast Surg · Systematic Review · PMID 40600822
2025
2025
Utilizing Internal Hemostatic Nets for Rhytidectomy in Fitzpatrick Skin Types III to V
Saha S, Gupta S, Singhal M, Vij V, Parashar S · Indian J Plast Surg · PMID 41181304
2025
A Long-term Evaluation: Deep Plane versus High SMAS Face Lift
Mariani M, Fabbri M, Serra PL, Murone V, Scucchi B, Botti C, et al. · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 39820938
2025
Deep neck surgery in deep plane facelifts - learning from evidence and experience
Lellouch AG, Knoedler L, Alfertshofer M, Dean J, Panayi AC, Aguglia R, et al. · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · PMID 40674923
2025
Micro-Focused Ultrasound Technology for Remodeling of Skin Tissue Architecture in an Animal Model
Tang H, Li Y, Xiang X, Li W, Wang H, Hamblin MR, et al. · Lasers Surg Med · PMID 40344435
2025
Current Trends in Facelift and Necklift Procedures
Boyd CJ, Ceradini DJ · J Clin Med · PMID 40566019
2025
Customizing Microfocused Ultrasound With Visualization Treatment for Facial Lifting in Asian Men: Experience and Practical Insights From Korea
Park JY, Hong W, Lee KC, Shim HC, An J, Park JH, et al. · J Cosmet Dermatol · PMID 40488260
2025
Clinical Application of the High Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System for Facial Rejuvenation in Chinese Patients
Wang J, Xie L, Zhang N, Hu L, Wang J, Zhang S, et al. · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 40356621
2025
2025
2025
[The submalar hiatus]
Mitz V · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 39979155
2025
2025
2025
Use of the SMAS Flap in Benign Parotid Gland Surgery: Review and 5 Years Experience
Catalfamo L, Nava C, De Rinaldis D · J Maxillofac Oral Surg · PMID 40182442
2025
Effective Recontouring of the Neck by Complete Platysmal Transection
Bartow MJ, Core G · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 39935296
2025
The U-SMAS Lift
Movassaghi K, Check J, Gougoutas A · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 39090781
2025
Endoscopic, "Scarless" Composite Flap Face and Neck Lift
Mani M · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 37931912
2025
Pre- and Post-Procedural Considerations and Thread Types for Thread Lifting
Hong GW, Wan J, Yoon SE, Wong S, Yi KH · Life (Basel) · PMID 39860025
2025
"Nip and Tuck": Training the Next Generation of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Cheung LK, Skepastianos V, Kostopoulos E, Skepastianos G · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 39823025
2025
2025
2025
Increasing Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Durability and Retention in Facelift Surgery
Tereshenko V, Hussey MR, McCormack MC, Austen WG · Aesthet Surg J Open Forum · PMID 41322035
2025
Deep Plane Facelift "Bucket Handle" Technique Video
Abraham MT, Tang M, Husain S · Aesthet Surg J Open Forum · PMID 40988656
2025
2025
Facial Thread Lifting Complications: Underlying Causes
Park SY, Wan J, Yoon SE, Kim SB, Yi KH · J Craniofac Surg · PMID 39787499
2024
Temporal Incision Super-high Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Face Lift for Chinese Patients
Wang J, Xie L, Zhang N, Hu L, Zhang S, Liu J, et al. · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 39650682
2024
Integrating SMAS plication and deep plane techniques in facial rejuvenation: A novel approach
Cinar F, Celik U · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · PMID 39340879
2024
2024
Evaluating the Effectiveness of the High-SMAS Facelift Technique: Objective Clinical Outcomes at 1-year
Botti G, Contessi Negrini F, Scarabosio A, Surico PL, Botti C · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 39020030
2024
Superficial musculoaponeurotic system interpositional graft after temporomandibular joint discectomy
Bueno S, Sanovich R · Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg · PMID 38964993
2024
CORE High-SMAS Extended Deep Plane Facelift Technique: How it Evolved
Wever CC · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 38701836
2024
2024
2024
Facial Nerve Considerations for the Deep Plane Facelift and Neck Lift
Azizzadeh B, Lu RJ · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 38198817
2024
Full SMAS: Endoscopy-Assisted Full Facial Rejuvenation
Casagrande C, Facin E, Saltz R · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 39133567
2024
2024
The application of basic SMAS rhytidectomy and comprehensive SMAS rhytidectomy
Ao YJ, Yi Y, Nie YF, Wu GH · Medicine (Baltimore) · PMID 39470517
2024
2024
New Ultherapy method: Utilizing novel surgical and anatomical concepts yields outstanding results
Fatemi F, Najafian R, Sadri MA · J Cosmet Dermatol · Randomized Controlled Trial · PMID 38773827
2024
Vectorial Analysis of Deep Plane Face and Neck Lift
Talei B, Gould D, Ziai H · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 38657095
2024
2024
Male Deep-Plane Face and Neck Lifting: Advanced and Customized Techniques
Bray D, Talei B · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 38936991
2024
2024
Progressive Contouring of the Platysma With Barbed Sutures
Sozer SO, Sibar S, Kachare MD · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 38055921
2024
2024
Personalized Research on the Aging Face-A Narrative History
Hînganu MV, Cucu RP, Hînganu D · J Pers Med · PMID 38672970
2024
SMAS repositioning technique utilizing cog thread: Anatomical perspectives
Hong GW, Kim SB, Park SY, Wan J, Yi KH · Skin Res Technol · PMID 38497380
2024
Clinical Practice Patterns in Facelift Surgery: A 15-Year Review of Continuous Certification Tracer Data from the American Board of Plastic Surgery
Stein MJ, Shah N, Harrast J, Zins JE, Matarasso A, Gosain AK · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 38302713
2024
Evolution of Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System Facelift Techniques: A Comprehensive Systematic Review of Complications and Outcomes
Mortada H, Alkilani N, Halawani IR, Zaid WA, Alkahtani RS, Saqr H, et al. · JPRAS Open · PMID 38283861
2024
Tranexamic Acid in Tumescence for Cervicofacial Rhytidectomies
Trimas GE, Frost MDT, Trimas SJ · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 38264441
2024
Facelift: Assessment of Total Platysma Muscle Transection to Prevent the Recurrence of Platysmal Bands
Meningaud JP, Pensato R, Pineau V, D'Andrea L, Pizza C, Coiante E, et al. · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 37737877
2024
The deep cervical fascia neck lift
Le Louarn C · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 37723043
2024
Superior Vector Plication of the Mobile Anterior Midface: The Delta Facelift
Grotting JC, Saheb-Al-Zamani M, Rhee S · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 37619977
2024
U-SMAS: ultrasound findings of the superficial musculoaponeurotic system
Zattar LC, Faria G, Boggio R · Radiol Bras · PMID 39268042
2024
2023
2023
Surgical Management of Platysma Bands: A Narrative Review of Evolving Concepts and Changing Techniques for Neck Rejuvenation
Atiyeh B, Emsieh S, Oneisi A, Hakim C, Ghieh F · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 37653178
2023
2023
The Use of Multifilament Suture for SMAS Plication in Rytidectomy
Wahdan W, El Saloussy Y · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 37593702
2023
The Key Structure of the Facial Soft Tissue: The Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System
Watanabe K, Han A, Inoue E, Iwanaga J, Tabira Y, Yamashita A, et al. · Kurume Med J · PMID 37062726
2023
An Evidence-Based and Case-Based Comparison of Modern Face Lift Techniques
Avashia YJ, Stuzin JM, Cason RW, Savetsky IL, Rohrich RJ · Plast Reconstr Surg · Systematic Review · PMID 36729730
2023
Histological effects of a combined collagen stimulation procedure consisting of microfocused ultrasound, soft tissue filler, and Ca-HA injections
Casabona G, Kaye K, Cotofana S, Davidovic K, Alfertshofer M, Freytag L · J Cosmet Dermatol · PMID 37073423
2023
Cutis Laxa and the Value of Rhytidectomy: 4 Patients and Years of Follow-Up
Li W, Wang T, Wang J · J Craniofac Surg · PMID 36907930
2023
Arcade Sutures to Minimize Ear Displacement in Rhytidectomy
Abraham MT, Klimczak JA, Hart H, Hu S, Abraham-Aggarwal M · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 35820446
2023
Quantifying the Effective Lift of Skin-Only, SMAS Plication, and Extended SMAS Face-Lift Techniques in a Cadaveric Study
Rao V, Basta MN, Jehle CC, Crozier JW, Woo AS · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 36332084
2023
2023
Three sublayers in the SMAS: Observations of facial soft tissue using the stretched tissue dissection method focusing on the SMAS
Watanabe K, Han A, Inoue E, Iwanaga J, Kikuchi K, Haikata Y, et al. · Clin Anat · PMID 36181309
2023
Enhanced study of facial soft tissues using a novel large scale histology technique
Minelli L, Bown RGC, Mu EWH, Whitehead DL, Henderson TH, Lawrence F, et al. · Clin Anat · PMID 35951617
2023
Clinical and morphofunctional identity of the nasal SMAS
Hînganu MV, Hînganu D, Palade OD, Eva I, Volovăţ SR, Cucu RP, et al. · Rom J Morphol Embryol · PMID 37518877
2023
2023
Artificial Intelligence in Surgical Evaluation: A Study of Facial Rejuvenation Techniques
Hebel NSD, Boonipat T, Lin J, Shapiro D, Bite U · Aesthet Surg J Open Forum · PMID 37228317
2023
2022
Essential Surgical Anatomy for Facelift
Uppal S · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 36563670
2022
High SMAS Facelift: Combined Single Flap Lifting of the Midface, Cheek, and Jawline
Marten T, Elyassnia D · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 36563671
2022
The Deep Fascia of the Infraorbital Region, Deep Plane, and Suprafibromuscular Facelift: New Anatomy for Safer Facelifting
Andretto Amodeo C, Eggerstedt M, Kim IA, Nabili V, Keller GS · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 36261112
2022
Facelift Techniques: An Overview
Kaya KS, Cakmak O · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 35709719
2022
Modified Composite Plane Facelift with Extended Neck Dissection
Cakmak O, Emre I · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 35617950
2022
The Extended Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Deep Plane Facelift
Hu S, Perkins SW · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 35545119
2022
Face and Neck Lift Options in Patients of Ethnic Descent
Edward James Whitehead D, Çakmak Ö · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 39492204
2022
Commentary on: Sub-SMAS Reconstruction of Retaining Ligaments
Wong CH, Mendelson B · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 35731703
2022
Sub-SMAS Reconstruction of Retaining Ligaments
Bitik O · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 35512707
2022
The Hybrid Facelift
Althubaiti GA · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 36168608
2022
Using artificial intelligence to analyze emotion and facial action units following facial rejuvenation surgery
Boonipat T, Hebel N, Zhu A, Lin J, Shapiro D · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · PMID 35989146
2022
Analysis of the Outcome of Reoperative Face Lifts Using Sub-SMAS Techniques
Chang KN · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 35511039
2022
Cephalometric analysis following combined Sub-SMAS hyaluronic acid injection and subdermal and supraperiosteal poly-L-lactic acid injections in Asian women
Chuang AD, Yang CK, Chang CC, Lin ET, Tsai LC, Huang YH, et al. · J Cosmet Dermatol · PMID 34535947
2022
Deep Plane Anatomy for the Facelift Surgeon: A Comprehensive Three-Dimensional Journey
Surek CC, Moorefield A · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 35501058
2022
Objective analysis of the effectiveness of facial massage using breakthrough computed tomographic technology: A preliminary pilot study
Okuda I, Takeda M, Taira M, Kobayashi T, Inomata K, Yoshioka N · Skin Res Technol · PMID 35416349
2022
2022
2022
Male Facelift
Marten T, Elyassnia D · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 35367032
2022
Asian Face Lift with the Composite Face Lift Technique
Wong CH, Hsieh MKH, Mendelson B · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 34758001
2021
Evaluating Facelift Complications and the Effectiveness of the SMASectomy Technique: A Single Center's 15-Year Experience
Shauly O, Stone GL, Shin R, Grant Stevens W, Gould DJ · Aesthet Surg J Open Forum · PMID 34617012
2021
2021
2021
2021
Facelift Surgery: History, Anatomy, and Recent Innovations
Luu NN, Friedman O · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 32937672
2021
Facelift Part II: Surgical Techniques and Complications
Hashem AM, Couto RA, Surek C, Swanson M, Zins JE · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 33558887
2021
Facelift Surgery Turns Back the Clock: Artificial Intelligence and Patient Satisfaction Quantitate Value of Procedure Type and Specific Techniques
Gibstein AR, Chen K, Nakfoor B, Lu SM, Cheng R, Thorne CH, et al. · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 33217756
2021
Conservative Neck Rejuvenation
Gasperoni C, Gasperoni P, Pino V · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 33706387
2021
Facelift With Power-Assisted Dissection: A Preliminary Report
Cohen SR, Hewett S, Baraf P, Crowley SJ, Atlan M · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 32722753
2021
2021
Is It Possible to Measure the Amount of the SMAS Face Lift According to Facial Vectors?
Barbosa MVJ, Bianchi T, Nahas FX, Ferreira LM · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 33395006
2021
SMAS Advancement with Fat Enhancement (SAFE) Lift
Rohrich RJ, Savetsky IL, Avashia YJ · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 33680641
2021
2021
Face lift with U threads
Le Louarn C · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 33309068
2021
Basic Consideration for Facial Aging: Analyses of the Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Based on Anatomy
Okuda I, Akita K, Komemushi T, Irimoto M, Nakajima Y · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 33175099
2021
Fat Grafting to Improve Results of Facelift: Systematic Review of Safety and Effectiveness of Current Treatment Paradigms
Molina-Burbano F, Smith JM, Ingargiola MJ, Motakef S, Sanati P, Lu J, et al. · Aesthet Surg J · Systematic Review · PMID 31907534
2021
Efficacy of SMAS flap technique to prevent Frey's syndrome and aesthetic outcomes. A retrospective cohort analysis
Cristofaro MG, Cordaro R, Barca I, Giudice A · Ann Ital Chir · PMID 35166219
2021
Superficial Fascia of the Cheek Shown in P45 Sheet Plastination
Hwang K, Sui HJ, Kim H · J Craniofac Surg · PMID 33705029
2021
2020
Depth Transitions of the Frontal Branch of the Facial Nerve: Implications in SMAS rhytidectomy
Pankratz J, Baer J, Mayer C, Rana V, Stephens R, Segars L, et al. · JPRAS Open · PMID 33251317
2020
2020
2020
Plastic Surgery and Cosmetic Procedures: Facial Plastic Surgery
Nguyen TT, Kilaru P · FP Essent · PMID 33021774
2020
A novel variation of the suture suspension facelift
Ugradar S, Isse N, Goldberg RA, Fodor P · J Cosmet Dermatol · PMID 32039531
2020
The "Segmental SMAS Model": A Didactic Concept of Face and Neck Lift Anatomy
Gassner HG, Magdum AA, Hanga D · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 32866972
2020
2020
Skin Excursion with Cannula Lipodissection and the Anatomical Implications of Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Movement in the Tumescent Face Lift
Mirzabeigi MN, Stark RY, Chang CS, Weissler JM, Carney MJ, Bucky LP · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 32740573
2020
2020
2020
Extended Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Flap Rhytidectomy
Quatela V, Montague A, Manning JP, Antunes M · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 32503716
2020
Incorporating Midline Platysmaplasty with Lateral Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System Facelifting
Gerecci D, Floyd EM, Perkins SW · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 32503719
2020
Less Invasive Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Approaches in Rhytidectomy: How, When, and Why
Starkman SJ, Mangat DS · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 32503714
2020
Nuances in Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Rhytidectomy
Rousso DE, Adams AS · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 32503715
2020
Superficial and Deep Facial Anatomy and Its Implications for Rhytidectomy
Sykes JM, Riedler KL, Cotofana S, Palhazi P · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 32503712
2020
2020
Surgical Anatomy for Extended Facelift Techniques
Cakmak O, Emre IE · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 32557438
2020
2020
2020
2020
Sub-SMAS Transposition of the Buccal Fat Pad
Bitik O · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 31111860
2020
Optimal Facelift Vector and its Relation to Zygomaticus Major Orientation
Jacono AA, Bryant LM, Alemi AS · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 30997513
2020
Clinical Evaluation of 225 Sub-SMAS Facelifts with No Temporal Incision
Swanson E · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 32309087
2020
2020
2020
Face Lift Using Dual Deep Tissue Support
Yang DB, Yang JH, Kim SY · J Craniofac Surg · PMID 32282663
2019
Triple-C SMAS Plication Facelift for Natural Facial Rejuvenation
Sadati K, Motakef S · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 32537313
2019
Facelift in Patients with Massive Weight Loss
Couto RA, Charafeddine AH, Zins JE · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 31514808
2019
Facelift: History and Anatomy
Charafeddine AH, Drake R, McBride J, Zins JE · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 31514803
2019
2019
Lateral SMASectomy
Chaudhry O, Levine S · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 31514805
2019
The Extended Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System
Charafeddine AH, Zins JE · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 31514806
2019
2019
Facial rejuvenation using Er:YAG laser equipped with a spatially modulated ablation module: A clinical, ultrasound, and histological evaluation
Volkova NV, Valamina IE, Shvidun DV, Rebrieva AS, Sadick NS · J Cosmet Dermatol · PMID 31347767
2019
Triple-S Lift for Facial Rejuvenation
Belyi I, Tymofii O, Barannik M · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 30767039
2019
A Meta-Analysis of Complication Rates Among Different SMAS Facelift Techniques
Jacono AA, Alemi AS, Russell JL · Aesthet Surg J · Meta-Analysis · PMID 30768122
2019
Modification of Rhytidectomy: Stepped Lift of the Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System
Zhou J, Qi Z, Jin X · J Craniofac Surg · PMID 31299745
2019
The cervicofacial lift under pure local anaesthesia diminishes the incidence of post-operative haematoma
Moris V, Bensa P, Gerenton B, Rizzi P, Cristofari S, Zwetyenga N, et al. · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · PMID 30773303
2019
Anatomy of the Facial Fat Compartments and their Relevance in Aesthetic Surgery
Cotofana S, Lachman N · J Dtsch Dermatol Ges · PMID 30698919
2019
Eyebrow-lift With Frontal Muscle Plication
Pellarin L, Bosaipo CS, Benedette CEM · JAMA Facial Plast Surg · PMID 30477002
2019
Enhancing Facelift With Simultaneous Submalar Implant Augmentation
Delaney S, Kridel RWH · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 29846508
2019
Prefabricated Skin Excision in Face Lift: A Simplified Technique
Kalantar-Hormozi A, Shahrokh S, Abbaszadeh-Kasbi A, Rita Davai N · World J Plast Surg · PMID 30873364
2019
Finesse in Face Lifting: The Role of Facial Fat Compartment Augmentation in Facial Rejuvenation
Rohrich RJ, Afrooz PN · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 30589781
2019
Face and Neck Lifting After Weight Loss
Waltzman JT, Zins JE, Couto RA · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 30447822
2019
Analysis of Cervical Angle in the Submental Muscular Medialization and Suspension Procedure
Langsdon PR, Renukuntla S, Obeid AA, Smith AM, Karter NS · JAMA Facial Plast Surg · PMID 30286234
2019
2018
Deep Plane Facelift: An Evaluation of the High-SMAS versus Standard Incision Points
Sand JP, Amodeo CA, Nabili V, Keller GS · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 30513537
2018
2018
The Super-High SMAS Facelift Technique with Tailor Tack Plication
Guyuron B, Seyed Forootan NS, Katira K · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 30232555
2018
2018
2018
2018
The Extended Purse-String Rhytidectomy
Obourn CA, Frodel JL · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 30227453
2018
2018
2018
[The biplane microlift. Principles, technic, results]
Mitz V · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 29477571
2018
Facelift Practice Evolution: Objective Implementation of New Surgical Techniques
Buchanan PJ, Mihora DC, Mast BA · Ann Plast Surg · PMID 29369107
2018
The Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System and Other Considerations in Rejuvenation of the Lower Face and Neck
Truswell WH, Putman HC, Perkins SW, Johnson N · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 29636147
2018
2017
2017
[Use of Harmonic blade in face lifting]
Firmin F, Vincent PL · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 28882475
2017
The Anterior SMAS Approach for Facelifting and for Buccal Fat Pad Removal
Paul MD · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 28698935
2017
A Technique Using the Suction-Assisted Endoscope Sheath to Transfer SMAS for Lip Augmentation
Shank N, Tan P, Khoobehi K · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 28586415
2017
Erratum: Rhytidoplasty: SMAS Imbrication Vector Comparison
Pedroza F, Iñiguez-Cuadra R, Chávez-Franco L, Pedroza LF, Cordoba JGE · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 28571075
2017
2017
Bilayered Structure of the Superficial Facial Fascia
Kang HG, Youn KH, Kim IB, Nam YS · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 28333197
2017
[The anatomic study and clinical application of the premasseter space]
Wang Y, Yang N, Wang Z, Xie S, Ma X, Nie L · Zhonghua Zheng Xing Wai Ke Za Zhi · PMID 30070816
2017
2017
Asian Facial Rejuvenation by Extended SMAS Facelift Technique
Lee JH · Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open · PMID 28280679
2017
2017
2016
Rhytidoplasty: SMAS Imbrication Vector Comparison
Pedroza F, Iñiguez-Cuadra R, Chávez-Franco L, Pedroza LF, Cordoba JGE · Facial Plast Surg · Randomized Controlled Trial · PMID 28033633
2016
Facelift Techniques That Restore Facial Volume
Mittelman H, Kundaria S, Lam HP · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 27680527
2016
2016
The PAVE (peeling-assisted volume-enhancing) lift: A retrospective 6-year clinical analysis of a combined approach for facial rejuvenation
Kaye KO, Schaller HE, Jaminet P, Gonser P · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · PMID 27320171
2016
Long-Term Results in Face Lifting: Observational Results and Evolution of Technique
Rohrich RJ, Narasimhan K · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 27348643
2016
2016
[Purse-string suture of imbrication of SMAS and malar fat pad technique for midface and lower face lift]
Zhan Z, Li W, Wang J · Zhonghua Zheng Xing Wai Ke Za Zhi · PMID 30043601
2016
2016
2016
2016
2016
2016
2015
2015
2015
Facelift 2015
Botti C, Botti G · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 26579864
2015
2015
Facelift combined with simultaneous fractional laser resurfacing: Outcomes and complications
Wright EJ, Struck SK · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · PMID 26144639
2015
2015
Management of the midface during rhytidectomy
Mittelman H, Hershcovitch M · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 25921569
2015
KOr.U Face Lift: Personal Technique
Colombo G, Ruvolo V, Pagliarulo V · J Maxillofac Oral Surg · PMID 25729229
2015
2015
Face lifting in the massive weight loss patient: modifications of our technique for this population
Narasimhan K, Ramanadham S, Rohrich RJ · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 25626786
2015
Facial rejuvenation using a combination of lateral SMASectomy and thread-lifts
Park TH, Whang KW · J Plast Surg Hand Surg · PMID 24702646
2015
2015
2015
The transeyelid midface lift
Yin VT, Chou E, Nakra T · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 25440746
2015
[Face and neck lift using a superficial musculo-aponeuro­t­ic system (SMAS) plication: Radiological analysis of tissu displacement, a case report]
Clerico C, Dumas P, Fernandez J, Chignon-Sicard B · Rev Laryngol Otol Rhinol (Bord) · PMID 29400035
2014
Component approach to the temporomandibular joint and coronoid process
Pfaff MJ, Clune J, Steinbacher D · Craniomaxillofac Trauma Reconstr · PMID 25383157
2014
Surgical consideration of the anatomic origin of the risorius in relation to facial planes
Bae JH, Lee JH, Youn KH, Hur MS, Hu KS, Tansatit T, et al. · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 25024452
2014
Biplanar superficial musculoaponeurotic system imbrication rhytidectomy
Rousso DE, Rutherford KD · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 25076446
2014
The Pinch Rhytidectomy: A Safe, Effective, "Low SMAS" Variation on the Theme
Rosenfield LK · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 24923599
2014
Midface-lift with lateral orbicularis oculi flap excision or imbrication
Hirabayashi KE, Tao JP · Dermatol Surg · PMID 25111346
2014
2014
A progressive approach to neck rejuvenation
Beaty MM · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 24745381
2014
The extended SMAS approach to neck rejuvenation
Perkins SW, Waters HH · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 24745387
2014
Vertical neck lifting
Jacono AA, Talei B · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 24745389
2014
Management of the superficial musculo-aponeurotic system (SMAS)
Khan HA, Bagheri S · Atlas Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am · PMID 24581562
2014
Reoperative face and neck lifts
Haiavy J, Dhaliwal H · Atlas Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am · PMID 24581568
2014
Surgical anatomy of the superficial musculo-aponeurotic system (SMAS)
Khan HA, Bagheri S · Atlas Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am · PMID 24581561
2014
A failsafe method to avoid injury to the great auricular nerve
Ozturk CN, Ozturk C, Huettner F, Drake RL, Zins JE · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 24334305
2014
2014
2013
Modified lateral SMASectomy
Park TH, Park JH, Whang KW · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 24165654
2013
Cosmetic face, neck, and brow lifts with local anesthesia
Huq NS, Nakhooda TI · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 24093659
2013
New and emerging uses of barbed suture technology in plastic surgery
Rosen AD · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 24084885
2013
Five-step neck lift: integrating anatomy with clinical practice to optimize results
Narasimhan K, Stuzin JM, Rohrich RJ · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 23897334
2013
Retaining ligaments of the face: review of anatomy and clinical applications
Alghoul M, Codner MA · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 23855010
2013
Esthetic outcome after soft tissue reconstruction of the face using deep dissection and composite facelift technique
Ghassemi A, Shamsinejad M, Gerressen M, Talebzadeh M, Rüben A, Modabber A · J Oral Maxillofac Surg · PMID 23540429
2013
2013
Cervicofacial rhytidectomy without notorious scars: experience of 29 years
Pedroza F, Pedroza LF, Desio ED, Revelli VE · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 23761127
2013
Is the malaris muscle the anti-aging missing link of the midface?
Zufferey JA · Eur J Plast Surg · PMID 23700358
2013
Anatomic study of the retaining ligaments of the face and applications for facial rejuvenation
Rossell-Perry P, Paredes-Leandro P · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 23093328
2013
SMAS Strip Autograft
Bracaglia R, Tambasco D, D'Ettorre M, Gentileschi S · J Craniofac Surg · PMID 23524747
2013
A 20-year experience with secondary rhytidectomy: a review of technique, longevity, and outcomes
Beale EW, Rasko Y, Rohrich RJ · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 23142942
2013
Anatomical evidence regarding the existence of sustentaculum facies
Frâncu LL, Hînganu D, Hînganu MV · Rom J Morphol Embryol · PMID 24322023
2013
Anatomic evaluation of the vertical face-lift in cadavers
Siwani R, Friedman O · JAMA Facial Plast Surg · PMID 23974780
2012
Nasolabial fold augmentation with SMAS graft
Stenekes MW, Van Der Lei B · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · PMID 22954593
2012
Updating the concepts on neck lift and lower third of the face
de Castro CC, Aboudib JH, Roxo ACW · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 22743883
2012
Anatomical evaluation of facial nerve pathways and dissection of "premasseter space" for rhytidectomy in Asians
Nagai K, Ichinose A, Kakizaki H, Sugimoto I, Ishinagi H, Terashima T, et al. · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 22361958
2012
Triple-anchoring sub-SMAS face-lift
Basile FV, Basile AR, Basile VV · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 22350309
2012
Facial rejuvenation surgery: a retrospective study of 8788 cases
Pitanguy I, Machado BH · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 22375057
2012
Facelift and patterns of lymphatic drainage
Meade RA, Teotia SS, Griffeth LK, Barton FE · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 22231411
2011
Multimodal management of atrophic acne scarring in the aging face
O'Daniel TG · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 21491169
2011
The minimal access deep plane extended vertical facelift
Jacono AA, Parikh SS · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 22065880
2011
Post-operative hilotherapy in SMAS-based facelift surgery: a prospective, randomised, controlled trial
Jones BM, Grover R, Southwell-Keely JP · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · Randomized Controlled Trial · PMID 21570371
2011
The viscoelastic properties of the SMAS and its clinical translation: firm support for the high-SMAS rhytidectomy
Trussler AP, Hatef D, Broussard GB, Brown S, Barton FE · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 21572376
2011
Bilateral SMAS rhytidectomy in parotid recurrent pleomorphic adenoma
Baj A, Beltramini GA, Demarchi M, Combi VA, Giannì AB · Acta Otorhinolaryngol Ital · PMID 22058601
2011
Cervicofacial rhytidoplasty: more does not mean better
Cárdenas-Camarena L, Encinas-Brambila J, Guerrero MT · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 21301831
2011
SPA face lift: SMAS plication-anchoring
Mottura AA · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 21298514
2011
Management of hypertension in the facelift patient: results of a national consensus survey
Trussler AP, Hatef DA, Rohrich RJ · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 21719861
2011
The face lift SMAS plication flap for reconstruction of large temporofrontal defects: reconstructive surgery meets cosmetic surgery
D'Arpa S, Cordova A, Pirrello R, Zabbia G, Kalbermatten D, Moschella F · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 21532434
2011
Modified superficial musculoaponeurotic system face-lift: a review of 327 consecutive procedures and a patient satisfaction assessment
Castello MF, Lazzeri D, Silvestri A, Agostini T, Gigliotti D, Marcelli C, et al. · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 20871998
2011
Longevity of SMAS facial rejuvenation and support
Lihong R, Daping Y, Zhibo X, Ying L, Zhen S · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 21285809
2011
[The face lift, a light, efficient and long lasting operation]
Bonnefon A · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 20933318
2011
A comparison of primary and secondary rhytidectomy results
Funk E, Adamson PA · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 20821008
2011
2011
2011
SMAS flap rhytidectomy
Pepper JP, Baker SR · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 21422445
2011
Vertical vector face lift
Somoano B, Chan J, Morganroth G · Dermatol Ther · PMID 21276163
2010
2010
Endoscopically assisted limited-incision rhytidectomy: a 10-year prospective study
Citarella ER, Sterodimas A, Condé-Green A · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · PMID 19962950
2010
The S-Plus lift: a short-scar, long-flap rhytidectomy
Hopping SB, Janjanin S, Tanna N, Joshi AS · Ann R Coll Surg Engl · PMID 20594404
2010
Anatomy of the transversus nuchae muscle and its relationship with the superficial musculoaponeurotic system
Lei T, Cui L, Zhang YZ, Shi GJ, Peng P, Wang XH, et al. · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 20811238
2010
An analysis of unsolved problems of face-lift procedures
Hudson DA · Ann Plast Surg · PMID 20606579
2010
Discussion. Longevity of SMAS facial rejuvenation and support
Lambros V, Stuzin JM · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 20595870
2010
Longevity of SMAS facial rejuvenation and support
Sundine MJ, Kretsis V, Connell BF · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 20224461
2010
Platysma-SMAS plication facelift
Berry MG, Davies D · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · PMID 19328757
2010
2010
The frontal branch of the facial nerve across the zygomatic arch: anatomical relevance of the high-SMAS technique
Trussler AP, Stephan P, Hatef D, Schaverien M, Meade R, Barton FE · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 20335873
2010
Orbitomalar suspension during high SMAS facelift
Cohen SR, Kikkawa DO, Korn BS · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 20442069
2010
2010
Triple suture for neck contouring: 14 years of experience
Citarella ER, Condé-Green A, Sinder R · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 20601554
2009
Isolated management of the aging neck
Mejia JD, Nahai FR, Nahai F, Momoh AO · Semin Plast Surg · PMID 21037862
2009
Prediction of face-lift outcomes using the preoperative supine test
Hsu C, Gruber RP, Dosanjh A · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 19452202
2009
[Mini-invasive midface lift with SMAS suspension and subperiosteum suspension]
Guo X, Liu XW, Wang JQ · Zhonghua Zheng Xing Wai Ke Za Zhi · PMID 20030106
2009
Combination Jessner's solution and trichloroacetic acid chemical peel: technique and outcomes
Herbig K, Trussler AP, Khosla RK, Rohrich RJ · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 19730318
2009
[The clinical application of parotid fascia-SMAS-platysma flap in the lifting of lower face and neck]
Wang XJ, Liu ZF, Zhu L, Zhang HL, Cui YN, Qiao Q · Zhonghua Zheng Xing Wai Ke Za Zhi · PMID 19873709
2009
The arterial and venous anatomies of the lateral face lift flap and the SMAS
Schaverien MV, Pessa JE, Saint-Cyr M, Rohrich RJ · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 19407632
2009
2009
Identical twin face lifts with differing techniques: a 10-year follow-up
Alpert BS, Baker DC, Hamra ST, Owsley JQ, Ramirez O · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 19319071
2009
The individualized component face lift: developing a systematic approach to facial rejuvenation
Rohrich RJ, Ghavami A, Lemmon JA, Brown SA · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 19319074
2009
Unilateral superficial musculoaponeurotic system plication in facial reconstructive surgery
Wanitphakdeedecha R, Nguyen TH, Chen TM · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 19116511
2009
The purse-string reinforced SMASectomy short scar facelift
van der Lei B, Cromheecke M, Hofer SO · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 19608066
2008
The use of intra-SMAS absorbable barbed sutures to reinforce a high-vector pull during rhytidectomy
Prado A, Andrades P, Fuentes P, Eulufi A, Cuadra A · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 19050495
2008
Avoiding early revision rhytidectomy: a biomechanical comparison of tissue plication suture techniques
White JB, Barraja M, Mengesha T, Bose S, Ashktorab S, Bahn R, et al. · Laryngoscope · PMID 19029853
2008
2008
2008
Facial rejuvenation with SMASectomy and FAME using vertical vectors
Graf R, Groth AK, Pace D, Neto LG · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 18506511
2008
Volumetric short scar rhytidectomy--indications, technique and outcomes
Jones BM, Marucci DD, Ross GL · J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · PMID 18485854
2008
Biplanar temple lift for lateral brow ptosis: comparison with uniplanar dissection technique
Marshak H, Morrow AA, Morrow DM · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 18330618
2008
Surgical anatomy of the lower face: the premasseter space, the jowl, and the labiomandibular fold
Mendelson BC, Freeman ME, Wu W, Huggins RJ · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 18183455
2008
Hemiface rhytidectomy
Kalbermatten DF, Erba P, Wettstein R, Pierer G · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 17721718
2008
2008
2008
Autologous superficial musculoaponeurotic system graft as implantable filler in nasolabial fold correction
Moody MW, Dozier TS, Garza RF, Bowman MK, Rousso DE · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 18645095
2008
Hematoma rates in drainless deep-plane face-lift surgery with and without the use of fibrin glue
Zoumalan R, Rizk SS · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 18347237
2008
Surgical anatomy of the face: implications for modern face-lift techniques
Gassner HG, Rafii A, Young A, Murakami C, Moe KS, Larrabee WF · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 18209117
2007
2007
Modified lateral SMASectomy
Waterhouse N, Vesely M, Bulstrode NW · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 17312509
2007
An alternative approach to brow lift fixation: temporoparietalis fascia, galeal, and periosteal imbrication
Tuccillo F, Jacovella P, Zimman O, Repetti G · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 17230109
2007
Histologic and ultrastructural evaluation of sutures used for surgical fixation of the SMAS
Huggins RJ, Freeman ME, Kerr JB, Mendelson BC · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 17985179
2007
Shortscar face-lift with the RoundBlock SMAS treatment: a younger face for all
Stocchero IN · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 17406939
2007
Midface effects of the deep-plane vs the superficial musculoaponeurotic system plication face-lift
Adamson PA, Dahiya R, Litner J · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 17224481
2007
2006
2006
A clinical retrospective study comparing two short-scar face lifts: minimal access cranial suspension versus lateral SMASectomy
Prado A, Andrades P, Danilla S, Castillo P, Leniz P · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 16641707
2006
[Subperiosteal midface lifting]
Bonnefon A · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 16631299
2006
2006
2006
Dexmedetomidine: a new alpha-agonist anesthetic agent for facial rejuvenation surgery
O'Daniel TG, Shanahan PT · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 19338881
2006
A stratigraphic approach to the superficial musculoaponeurotic system and its anatomic correlation with the superficial fascia
Ferreira LM, Hochman B, Locali RF, Rosa-Oliveira LM · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 16977371
2006
Limited vs extended face-lift techniques: objective analysis of intraoperative results
Litner JA, Adamson PA · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 16702529
2006
Superficial musculoaponeurotic system vs deep-plane face-lift
Becker FF · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 16702530
2006
Temporoparietal fascia plication in rhytidectomy
Tellioglu AT, Hosaka Y · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 16528619
2005
Purse-string platysmaplasty: the third dimension for neck contouring
Gentile RD · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 16575707
2005
SMAS facelift techniques to minimize stigmata of surgery
Miller TR, Eisbach KJ · Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am · PMID 16085288
2005
Fundamentals of facelift surgery
Gladstone GJ, Myint S, Black EH, Brazzo BG, Nesi FA · Ophthalmol Clin North Am · PMID 15935293
2005
[Facial anatomic study and application in rhytidectomy]
Zhao ZJ, Wang JQ, Yu L, Yang Y, Li Q, Wang Q, et al. · Zhonghua Zheng Xing Wai Ke Za Zhi · PMID 16011200
2005
[Cervicojugal lifting with the SMAS flap]
Paranque AR, Levan P · Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac · PMID 15798651
2005
Using an endoscopic grasper for nasolabial augmentation with a SMAS graft
Kuran I, Hüthüt I · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 15622308
2005
Operative treatment of functional facial skin disorders
Scheithauer MO, Rettinger G · GMS Curr Top Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Surg · PMID 22073066
2005
Transtemporal endoscopic multiplanar upper midface lift (MUM lift)
de la Fuente A, Franz Hönig J · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 19338848
2005
Facelift: measurement of superficial muscular aponeurotic system advancement with and without zygomaticus major muscle release
Mentz HA, Ruiz-Razura A, Patronella CK, Newall G · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 16177876
2004
SMAS graft of the nasolabial area during deep plane rhytidectomy
Calderon W, Andrades PR, Israel G, Cabello R, Leniz P · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 15277832
2004
Anterior face-lift for correction of middle face aging utilizing a minimally invasive technique
Bisaccia E, Khan AJ, Scarborough DA · Dermatol Surg · PMID 15099323
2004
2004
2004
Superextended facelift: our experience with 3,580 patients
Ullmann Y, Levy Y · Ann Plast Surg · PMID 14676692
2004
The volumetric face lift
Ellenbogen R, Youn A, Yamini D, Svehlak S · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 19336203
2004
2004
Subcutaneous superficial musculoaponeurotic system grafting of the aging melolabial furrow
Lamperti TA, Carithers JS · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 15545532
2004
Safety of face-lifts in the older patient
Becker FF, Castellano RD · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 15381577
2004
Deep-plane face-lift vs superficial musculoaponeurotic system plication face-lift: a comparative study
Becker FF, Bassichis BA · Arch Facial Plast Surg · Randomized Controlled Trial · PMID 14732637
2004
2003
The high-superficial musculoaponeurotic system technique in facial rejuvenation: an update
Barton FE, Hunt J · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 14663239
2003
2003
Vertical vectors in SMASectomy to reshape the aging face
Graf R, Neto LG, Araújo LR, Bernardes A, Rippel R, Auersvald A · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 19336077
2003
The safe face lift with bony anatomic landmarks to elevate the SMAS
Wilhelmi BJ, Mowlavi A, Neumeister MW · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 12655222
2003
Clinical analysis of malar fat pad re-elevation
de la Torre JI, Rosenberg LZ, De Cordier BC, Gardner PM, Fix RJ, Vasconez LO · Ann Plast Surg · PMID 12800899
2003
2003
Does a superficial musculoaponeurotic system exist in the face and neck? An anatomical study by the tissue plastination technique
Gardetto A, Dabernig J, Rainer C, Piegger J, Piza-Katzer H, Fritsch H · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 12560687
2003
The anterior vertical SMAS lift
Bernard RW · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 19336125
2003
Anatomy of the SMAS revisited
Ghassemi A, Prescher A, Riediger D, Axer H · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 15058546
2003
Rejuvenation of the nasolabial complex with inverted triangular-shaped SMAS grafts
Cintra HL, Landecker A · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 12925858
2003
MIDI face-lift and tricuspidal SMAS-flap
Panfilov DE · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 12789456
2002
Rejuvenation of the midface by elevating the malar fat pad: review of technique, cases, and complications
De Cordier BC, de la Torre JI, Al-Hakeem MS, Rosenberg LZ, Costa-Ferreira A, Gardner PM, et al. · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 12409773
2002
The "high SMAS" face lift technique
Barton FE · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 19332004
2002
Anatomicohistologic study of the retaining ligaments of the face and use in face lift: retaining ligament correction and SMAS plication
Ozdemir R, Kilinç H, Unlü RE, Uysal AC, Sensöz O, Baran CN · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 12198428
2002
2002
Biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of skin, SMAS, and composite flaps as they pertain to rhytidectomy
Saulis AS, Lautenschlager EP, Mustoe TA · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 12142682
2002
2002
2002
Lip augmentation with superficial musculoaponeurotic system grafts: report of 103 cases
Leaf N, Firouz JS · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 11786832
2002
A comparative study of surgical techniques on the cervicomental angle in human cadavers
Prendiville S, Kokoska MS, Hollenbeak CS, Caplin DA, Cooper MH, Branham G, et al. · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 12437429
2001
The roundblock SMAS treatment
Stocchero IN · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 11396502
2001
Limited-incision face lift technique
Imber G, Silich RC · Aesthet Surg J · PMID 19331896
2001
2001
2001
2001
2000
Combined rhytidectomy and full-face laser resurfacing
Achauer BM, Adair SR, VanderKam VM · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 11129194
2000
2000
The deep plane facelift: a 20-year evolution of technique
Baylis HI, Goldberg RA, Shorr N · Ophthalmology · PMID 10711886
2000
Face lifting: problems, solutions, and an outcome study
Owsley JQ · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 10627001
2000
Refinements in face lifting: enhanced facial contour using vicryl mesh incorporated into SMAS fixation
Stuzin JM, Baker TJ, Baker TM · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 10627000
2000
Temporoparietal fascia: an anatomic and histologic reinvestigation with new potential clinical applications
Tellioğlu AT, Tekdemir I, Erdemli EA, Tüccar E, Ulusoy G · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 10626968
2000
2000
Prevention and correction of the "face-lifted" appearance
Hamra ST · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 11802570
2000
Rhytidectomy with lateral SMASectomy
Baker D · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 11802569
2000
The face lift: technical considerations
Alsarraf R, Johnson CM · Facial Plast Surg · PMID 11802571
2000
The "lazy S-shaped" plication of the SMAS-platysma musculoaponeurotic system: a 10-year review
Abramo AC, Oliveira VR · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 11246432
2000
2000
2000
Minimal-incision endoscopic face-lift
Maloney BP, Schiebelhoffer J · Arch Facial Plast Surg · PMID 11074724
2000
[The modern surgery of face lift: indications and results]
Hönig JF · Zentralbl Chir · PMID 10769440
1999
1999
Multiple, combined plications of the SMAS-platysma complex: breaking down the face-aging vectors
Cárdenas-Camarena L, González LE · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 10654753
1999
Complications of rhytidectomy in an otolaryngology training program
Sullivan CA, Masin J, Maniglia AJ, Stepnick DW · Laryngoscope · PMID 10890765
1999
Dynamic technique: three-flap SMAS
Tapia A, Blanch A, Laredo C, Ferreira B, Albert I · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 9950577
1999
Endoscopic subcutaneous and SMAS facelift without preauricular scars
de la Fuente A, Santamaria AB · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 10227912
1998
Computerized morphometric quantitation of elastin and collagen in SMAS and facial skin and the possible role of fat cells in SMAS viscoelastic properties
Har-Shai Y, Sela E, Rubinstien I, Lindenbaum ES, Mitz V, Hirshowitz B · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 9858188
1998
An elastic-viscoplastic model for excised facial tissues
Rubin MB, Bodner SR, Binur NS · J Biomech Eng · PMID 10412449
1998
SMAS rhytidectomy versus deep plane rhytidectomy: an objective comparison
Kamer FM, Frankel AS · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 9727459
1998
1998
The medial SMAS lift with aggressive temporal skin takeout
Hagerty RC, Scioscia PJ · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 9583502
1998
Preoperative percutaneous facial nerve mapping
Park JI · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 9462757
1998
Serial plication facelift
Hamilton JM · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 9688794
1997
SMAS fixation to the facial skeleton: rationale and results
Mendelson BC · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 9393484
1997
Triplane rhytidectomy. Combining the best of all worlds
Baker SR · Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg · PMID 9366695
1997
The contribution of the SMAS to the blood supply in the lateral face lift flap
Whetzel TP, Stevenson TR · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 9290672
1997
Lateral SMASectomy
Baker DC · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 9252623
1997
1997
The mini rhytidectomy
Duminy F, Hudson DA · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 9263553
1997
Viscoelastic properties of the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS): a microscopic and mechanical study
Har-Shai Y, Bodner SR, Egozy-Golan D, Lindenbaum ES, Ben-Izhak O, Mitz V, et al. · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 9263540
1997
Anatomical study on the temporal fascial layers and their relationships with the facial nerve
Campiglio GL, Candiani P · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 9143418
1996
[Results of biplane face lifts with maximal skin underlining and vertical SMAS flap]
Mitz V, Leblanc P, Maladry D, Aboudaram T · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 9768168
1996
Is there a difference? A prospective study comparing lateral and standard SMAS face lifts with extended SMAS and composite rhytidectomies
Ivy EJ, Lorenc ZP, Aston SJ · Plast Reconstr Surg · Randomized Controlled Trial · PMID 8942899
1996
[Extended SMAS dissection as a modified approach to rhytidectomy]
Ma H, Muller GH · Zhonghua Zheng Xing Shao Shang Wai Ke Za Zhi · PMID 9387437
1996
1996
1996
Mechanical properties and microstructure of the superficial musculoaponeurotic system
Har-Shai Y, Bodner SR, Egozy-Golan D, Lindenbaum ES, Ben-Izhak O, Mitz V, et al. · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 8657788
1996
SMAS autografts for the nasal dorsum
Leaf N · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 8628810
1996
1996
Full facelift through an endoscopic approach
Abramo AC · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 8746473
1995
Anterior SMAS plication for the treatment of prominent nasomandibular folds and restoration of normal cheek contour
Robbins LB, Brothers DB, Marshall DM · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 7480224
1995
Dynamic SMAS test
Pinnella JW · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 7568510
1995
Extended SMAS dissection as an approach to midface rejuvenation
Stuzin JM, Baker TJ, Gordon HL, Baker TM · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 7634739
1995
Extended sub-SMAS dissection and cheek elevation
Mendelson BC · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 7634741
1995
The deep side of facelifts
Berman WE · Ear Nose Throat J · PMID 7705237
1995
1994
[Cutaneous incision in facelift. Oblique cervicomalar SMAS flap and malar facelift. Technical notes]
Le Louarn C, Cornette de Saint-Cyr B · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 7661559
1994
The nasolabial fold and the SMAS
Fuleihan NS · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 7972467
1994
[Anatomy of the superficial parts of the face and neck]
Delmar H · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 7771744
1994
Does the SMAS recoil?
Har-Shai Y, Hirshowitz B · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 8016241
1993
Long-term ineffectiveness of suspension material and musculofascial suspensions: a rabbit model
Warren R, Wilson W, Hawtof D · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 8497533
1993
Wound tension in rhytidectomy. Effects of skin-flap undermining and superficial musculoaponeurotic system suspension
Burgess LP, Casler JD, Kryzer TC · Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg · PMID 8427680
1993
A new approach to the treatment of facial aging: the three flap SMAS
Tapia A, Ferreira B, Blanch A · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 8213321
1993
[Cervicofacial SMAS and its relations with intrapetrous facial nerve]
Attali JP, Rovira H, Philip F, Traissac L · Rev Laryngol Otol Rhinol (Bord) · PMID 8191070
1992
The SMAS and the nasolabial fold
Barton FE · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 1584866
1992
1992
["Total SMAS lift" or deep facial lift by temporal approach. Initial report]
Caix P, Goin JL, Modschiedler T · Ann Chir Plast Esthet · PMID 1524396
1992
1992
1991
The biomechanical effects of deep tissue support as related to brow and facelift procedures
Forrest CR, Phillips JH, Bell TA, Gruss JS · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 1871219
1991
The great auricular nerve revisited: pertinent anatomy for SMAS-platysma rhytidectomy
Izquierdo R, Parry SW, Boydell CL, Almand J · Ann Plast Surg · PMID 1872553
1991
Rhytidectomy: suprazygomatic and infrazygomatic SMAS treatment
Morales P · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 1994647
1991
The subperiosteal bicoronal approach to total facelifting: the DMAS--deep musculoaponeurotic system
Maillard GF, Cornette de St Cyr B, Scheflan M · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 1950800
1990
The submuscular aponeurotic system (SMAS): a histologic and comparative anatomy evaluation
Thaller SR, Kim S, Patterson H, Wildman M, Daniller A · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 2217583
1990
Facelift with plication of platysma muscles
Ferrand P · Plast Surg Nurs · PMID 2320675
1989
SASMAS suspension rhytidectomy. Rationale and long-term experience
McCollough EG, Perkins SW, Langsdon PR · Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg · PMID 2643976
1988
Wound tension in rhytidectomy. A preliminary report
Burgess LP, Lau P, Glenn M, Goode RL · Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg · PMID 3166759
1988
Subperiosteal approach as an improved concept for correction of the aging face
Psillakis JM, Rumley TO, Camargos A · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 3406175
1988
The cessation of cervical nerve root pain following modified SMAS rhytidectomy
Toranto IR · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 3347670
1988
1987
Diagnosis and technical refinements in rhytidectomy: a personal approach
de Pina DP · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 3577945
1987
Liposuction in cervical rejuvenation
Tapia A, Ferreira B, Eng R · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 3630841
1986
Restoration of the upper lip and nasolabial area by means of an intraoral approach
Pensler JM, Lewis SR, Parry SW · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 3532149
1986
Current face lifting procedure: an attempt at evaluation
Mitz V · Ann Plast Surg · PMID 3273095
1986
The role of the superficial musculoaponeurotic system in face lift
de Castro CC · Ann Plast Surg · PMID 3273045
1985
1985
1984
Parotid fascia and face lifting: a critical evaluation of the SMAS concept
Jost G, Levet Y · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 6739599
1984
The "maxi-SMAS": management of the platysma bands in rhytidectomy
McKinney P, Tresley GE · Ann Plast Surg · PMID 6721388
1984
The "SMAS sling": an additional fixation in face lift surgery
Randall P, Skiles MS · Ann Plast Surg · PMID 6703606
1984
Face lift, part 5: suspending sutures for platysma cording
Webster RC, Smith RC, Smith KF · Head Neck Surg · PMID 6368473
1984
Suprazygomatic SMAS in rhytidectomy
Morales P, Castro R, Errea E, Nociti J · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 6393746
1984
Face lift, Part 4: Use of superficial musculoaponeurotic system suspending sutures
Webster RC, Smith RC, Smith KF · Head Neck Surg · PMID 6363357
1983
Platysma-SMAS cervicofacial rhytidoplasty
Aston SJ · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 6354554
1983
SMAS-platysma facelift. A bidirectional cervicofacial rhytidectomy
Owsley JQ · Clin Plast Surg · PMID 6627837
1983
1983
SMAS-platysma face lift
Owsley JQ · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 6828592
1983
Face lift, Part 3: Plication of the superficial musculoaponeurotic system
Webster RC, Smith RC, Smith KF · Head Neck Surg · PMID 6358136
1983
Face lift, part 2: Etiology of platysma cording and its relationship to treatment
Webster RC, Smith RC, Smith KF · Head Neck Surg · PMID 6629795
1983
Multiple-tiered deep support of cheeks in meloplasty and rhytidectomy
Lewis JR · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 6869104
1982
Comparison of SMAS plication with SMAS imbrication in face lifting
Webster RC, Smith RC, Papsidero MJ, Karolow WW, Smith KF · Laryngoscope · PMID 7047959
1982
Platysma-SMAS rhytidectomy--a personal modification
Fodor PB · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 7180722
1982
SMAS in rhytidectomy
Jost G, Lamouche G · Aesthetic Plast Surg · PMID 7124547
1981
The two-layer rhytidectomy
Kamer FM, Halsey W · Arch Otolaryngol · PMID 7247812
1981
Progress in rhytidectomy by platysma-SMAS rotation and elevation
Adamson JE, Toksu AE · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 7243997
1981
Use of the fascial plane system in the facelift operation
Ellis DA, Shemen LJ · J Otolaryngol · PMID 7277555
1981
Rhytidectomy employing a two-layered closure: improved results with hidden scars
Matsunaga RS · Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg · PMID 6791115
1977
1976
The superficial musculo-aponeurotic system (SMAS) in the parotid and cheek area
Mitz V, Peyronie M · Plast Reconstr Surg · PMID 935283