Abstract
The data on the proper way to establish the preauricular incision (PAI) line and manage skin tension during lifting are limited. Undoubtedly, proper tissue handling represents a true challenge during a lifting procedure and is a crucial step in avoiding disfiguration. The authors describe their approach to PAI demarcation and local skin tension management performed in 165 cases since 2007.
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Albertal, J.M., Davalos, G., Leonetti, M. et al. Preauricular Incision Outlining During a Face-Lift: A Step-by-Step Description. Aesth Plast Surg 36, 857–861 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-012-9900-7
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