Three-dimensional Evaluation of Results After Dual-Plane Breast Augmentation with and Without Internal Suture Mastopexy.

Background: In patients with breast atrophy and ptosis, it is necessary to correct both problems simultaneously. This study aimed to analyze breast morphological changes with a three-dimensional (3D) scanning technique to demonstrate the improvement effect of dual-plane breast augmentation combined with internal suture mastopexy.

Methods: 3D breast surface scans were performed preoperatively and postoperatively in 24 patients (n = 35 breasts) undergoing internal suture mastopexy combined with prosthetic augmentation through the periareolar approach and 24 patients (48 breasts) undergoing simple dual-plane breast augmentation.

A Case Study: Comprehensive Approach for Treating Horizontal Neck Wrinkles Using Hyaluronic Acid Injections and Thread-Lifting.

Background: Horizontal neck wrinkles develop during the aging process.

Aims: This study assessed the effectiveness of a comprehensive approach to treating horizontal neck wrinkles using non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid injection and smooth absorbable PPDO (Poly p-dioxanon) thread insertion.

Methods: Ten patients with horizontal neck wrinkles were treated with hyaluronic acid injection and thread-lifting.

Internal Mastopexy: A Novel Method of Filling the Upper Poles During Dual-Plane Breast Augmentation Trough Periareolar Incision.

Background: Breast ptosis is a deformity commonly found in patients seeking breast augmentation. Current mastopexy techniques rely on incisions on the breast to correct ptosis; nonetheless, they leave extensive scars. Having to opt for a visibly scarred breast over a ptotic breast can be a difficult choice.

Three-Dimensional Analysis of Age-Related Orbital and Midfacial Bone Remodeling in Asians.

Background: Facial bony changes vary among races, yet few studies have been conducted in Asians.

Objective: To analyze the aging of orbital and midfacial bones in Asians.

Methods: Based on the two-dimensional data obtained from the computed tomography scanner of imaging department, 3D reconstructions were conducted to take measurements (orbital diagonal diameter, orbital width, orbital area, maxillary angle, midfacial height, pyriform angle, pyriform width, and pyriform area).

Effect of filling pressure in jetting dispenser on the performance of blood glucose test strips using immersion gold-plated printed circuit board.

To ensure accurate glucose readings when dispensing glucose oxidase enzyme solution from a jetting dispenser onto glucose test strips fabricated from an immersion gold-plated printed circuit board, every drop of the enzyme solution needs to have nearly the same weight and to be dispensed on the reaction zone of the test strips. Experimental results in this study show that the filling pressure in the fluid reservoir containing the glucose enzyme solution to dispense onto the test strips significantly affect the glucose test results. A filling pressure of 12 psi produces test strips with lower coefficient of variation and standard deviation than 10 and 14 psi.