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Facial Danger Zones: Ultrasound Anatomy

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Soft tissue fillers are a common cosmetic procedure to correct unwanted facial feature discrepancies. The use of these fillers has grown significantly over the last few years. When proper technique is used, facial fillers typically have a successful outcome with minor complications. However, due to the high vascularity of the head and neck, major complications can occur. With any procedure, it is crucial to know how to manage complications when they arise, but more importantly, how to reduce the risk of major complications occurring. New technology and techniques have been discovered to help aid in reducing the risk, including ultrasound for visualization of important anatomical structures and soft tissue filler after placement. This chapter explores proper technique for soft tissue filler placement in the head and neck while reviewing the various filler materials and introducing ultrasound as an aid in placement.

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  1. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Nassau University Medical Center, East Meadow, NY, USA

    Cameron P. Christiansen

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    Elie M. Ferneini

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    Robert L. Bard

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Christiansen, C.P., Ferneini, E.M. (2023). Facial Danger Zones: Ultrasound Anatomy. In: Bard, R.L. (eds) Image-Guided Aesthetic Treatments. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-36266-8_2

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