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[BACKGROUND] Midface volume deficiency is a common aesthetic concern that can be addressed with dermal fillers. YVOIRE Y-Solution 720 (YYS720) is a hyaluronic acid (HA)-based filler designed for midface augmentation. This study aimed to eva…

[BACKGROUND] Conventional botulinum toxin type A (BoNT/A) products include non-therapeutic accessory proteins vary in composition and manufacturing processes, which may contribute to differences in purity and biochemical characteristics. YY…

Botulinum neurotoxin type A (BoNT/A) has been extensively used in treating a wide range of neurological disorders and aesthetics. However, insufficient binding affinity between BoNT/A and its receptor SV2C could lead to mild to severe side …

There has been an increasing trend in using piezoelectric devices in craniofacial surgery to selectively cut bone and reduce collateral soft tissue trauma. Although the benefits of piezosurgery have been well demonstrated for osteotomies, i…

[BACKGROUND] Artificial intelligence (AI), particularly large language models (LLMs), has demonstrated potential to improve patient communication by delivering accurate, readable, and empathetic medical information. In plastic surgery-a spe…

Rhinoplasty is the fifth most commonly performed cosmetic surgery globally. While surgical techniques used for rhinoplasty have evolved significantly in the past century, the creation of precise osteotomies remains a cornerstone of the proc…

[BACKGROUND] Surgical treatment of oral and maxillofacial tumors is complex, and the factors contributing to adverse outcomes remain incompletely understood. This study aimed to identify independent risk factors and develop an efficient nom…

[BACKGROUND] Anatomical differences in facial aging and aesthetic needs of Asian and Caucasian individuals have led to disparate clinical rejuvenation strategies using filler augmentation for midface volume deficits. Therefore, the Asian Mi…

Inflammation is a crucial element of immune responses, with pivotal roles in host defenses against pathogens. Comprehensive understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying inflammation is imperative for developing effective strategies …

BACKGROUND Hemifacial spasm is a frequently encountered cranial nerve disorder caused by vascular compression, and microvascular decompression is considered the criterion standard treatment, particularly for cases resistant to pharmacologic…

[BACKGROUND] Migraine is one of the most common neurological diseases, imposing a heavy burden on society. Botulinum toxin type A (BT-A) has been approved as a safe and effective preventive treatment; however, not all patients report effect…

[BACKGROUND] Blepharoptosis is one of the most common eyelid disorders in clinical ophthalmology. Previous evidence on drug-related blepharoptosis limited to case reports. [OBJECTIVES] This study aims to systematically evaluate the disprop…

[BACKGROUND] Submental fat (SMF) is a common aesthetic concern traditionally treated with liposuction. Nonsurgical alternatives, like injectable deoxycholic acid, are gaining popularity. However, no related products have been clinically app…

[BACKGROUND] Fat embolism syndrome (FES) is a rare and potentially fatal complication commonly observed after liposuction or fractures. Patients with FES often have an acute onset and a rapid course of disease. However, there is a paucity o…

[BACKGROUND] Fat grafting after breast prostheses removal has been performed widely for the breast augmentation. However, the postoperative complications and clinical safety of these two procedures are still widely concerned. Here, the auth…

[BACKGROUND] Recent studies on postoperative measurements for upper blepharoplasty utilized static photographs, which fail to accurately reflect the postsurgical dynamic naturalness of the eyelids. [OBJECTIVES] In this study we aimed to an…

[BACKGROUND] Early detection of periocular aging is a common concern in cosmetic surgery. Traditional diagnostic and treatment methods often require hospital visits and consultations with plastic surgeons, which are costly and time-consumin…

[BACKGROUND] In rhinoplasty, the open approach carries potential risks such as hypertrophic scarring, while synthetic implants carry potential risks like infection. Therefore, we propose a new technique that utilizes exclusively auricular c…

This study conducted a retrospective analysis on 107 brain glioma patients treated from January 2018 to February 2020 to assess the impact of sodium fluorescein-guided microsurgery on postoperative cognitive function and short-term outcomes…

[OBJECTIVES] Microvascular bone flap jaw reconstruction has achieved satisfactory clinical outcomes. However, little is known about the long-term stability of the reconstructed jaw. This prospective longitudinal study aimed to investigate t…

Spasmodic torticollis (ST) is a focal dystonia that affects adults, causing limited muscle control and impacting daily activities and quality of life. The etiology and curative methods for ST remain unclear. Botulinum toxin is widely used a…

[BACKGROUND] Aesthetic improvement of the chin is increasingly requested by patients, including those of Chinese origin. [METHODS] A randomized, evaluator-blinded, no-treatment controlled study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of a f…

[BACKGROUND] In this study, the clinical efficacy of a new framework construction technique for costal cartilage rhinoplasty was investigated. [METHODS] From January 2020 to February 2022, patients who underwent rhinoplasty in the departme…

[BACKGROUND] Filler injections are commonly applied to reshape facial contouring. However, cadaveric injections of filler for facial contouring on the whole face, followed by anatomic analysis and measurement, have rarely been reported. Thi…

In Asian populations, an oval face shape with a slimmer lower face is considered favorable. Botulinum toxin type A (BoNT-A) treatment of the lower face for aesthetic purposes is widely performed in Asia, although it is not officially approv…

[UNLABELLED] Syringoma is a common but refractory benign skin tumor. Conventional treatment, such as ultra-pulsed carbon dioxide (CO ) laser or cryotherapy, often requires multiple treatment and can easily cause prolonged erythema, scarring…

[BACKGROUND] The preoperative design for the amount of skin excision of the upper eyelid is a common procedure in Asian blepharoplasty, but there lack of an effective method addressing dermatochalasis to acquire esthetically pleasing result…

[PURPOSE] To characterize research productivity of ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery (OPRS) fellows during residency. [METHODS] A database was compiled of OPRS fellows listed on the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Re…

[OBJECTIVES] To explore the possible risk factors of orocutaneous fistula (OCF) development in free flap reconstruction of the tongue/floor of the mouth (TFOM). [METHODS] Data of patients who underwent free flap reconstruction of the TFOM …