Evaluation of the Effect of Pre-bent Z-shaped Titanium Plate on Narrowing of Zygomatic Arch in L-shaped Reduction Malarplasty.

Objective: Pre-bent titanium plates are widely used for internal fixation in L-shaped zygomatic reduction. The aim is to evaluate the effect of pre-bent Z-shaped titanium plate on the narrowing of the zygomatic arch in L-shaped reduction malarplasty.

Methods: Thirty cosmetic female patients were selected and scanned using computed tomography (CT).

Bone Resorption of Hyaluronic Acid Fillers Injection Induced in Chin Augmentation: A Retrospective Study.

Background: Among several skin fillers developed in recent decades, hyaluronic acid (HA) is a widely used filler for face contouring and is generally believed to be safe, long-lasting, not immunogenic, and cost-effective. However, early and delayed complications can also occur following HA filler injection. Unfortunately, there have been reports of HA-related bone erosion in the chin area without clear scientific data regarding its existence and incidence.

Facial Artery Branch Thrombolysis for Nasal Vascular Embolism Induced by Hyaluronic Acid Injection.

Background: Vascular embolism is a severe complication following hyaluronic acid (HA) filler injections, with hyaluronidase injection being the most effective treatment. The nasal region, including the nose and nasolabial fold, is the most common site of vascular embolism after facial HA injections. Currently, there is insufficient clinical evidence regarding the benefits of facial artery thrombolysis.

Respiratory outcome of mandibular distraction osteogenesis on obstructive sleep apnea in craniofacial microsomia: A retrospective study.

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of mandibular distraction osteogenesis (MDO) on respiratory function in CFM patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) according to polysomnography (PSG). This study retrospectively analyzed patients with CFM who underwent PSG before surgery and after completion of mandible distraction. Patients who met the inclusion criteria were selected.

Transcriptome sequencing of facial adipose tissue reveals alterations in mRNAs of hemifacial microsomia.

Hemifacial microsomia (HFM) is a common congenital malformation of the craniofacial region, including mandibular hypoplasia, microtia, facial palsy and soft tissue deficiencies. However, it remains unclear which specific genes are involved in the pathogenesis of HFM. By identifying differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in deficient facial adipose tissue from HFM patients, we hope to provide a new insight into disease mechanisms from the transcriptome perspective.

Morphologic Changes of the Temporomandibular Joint in Pruzansky-Kaban Type IIa Hemifacial Microsomia Postmandibular Distraction Osteogenesis.

Objective: Mandibular distraction osteogenesis (MDO) is a powerful tool for the correction of hemifacial microsomia (HFM). The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the focus of attention in the diagnosis and treatment of HFM. This observational retrospective cross-sectional study aimed to investigate morphologic changes in TMJ post-MDO in type IIa HFM.

Bioinformatics Analysis of Hub Genes Involved in Alcohol-Related Hemifacial Microsomia Pathogenesis.

Objective: Alcohol is a recognized teratogen, and alcohol exposure increases the risk for hemifacial microsomia (HFM) of the fetus during maternal pregnancy. The present study aimed to explore potential mechanisms and verify hub genes of HFM associated with alcohol by bioinformatics methods.

Methods: First, HFM and alcohol pathogenic genes were obtained.

Three-Dimensional Measurement of the Temporomandibular Joint in Pruzansky-Kaban Type IIa Hemifacial Microsomia.

Objective: This observational retrospective cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the morphological characteristics of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in type IIa hemifacial microsomia (HFM).

Methods: We recruited 88 patients with unilateral type IIa HFM. Data relating to the length, distance, and angle of the TMJ, were measured on 3-dimensional models created by the analysis of computed tomography data.

Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis First for Children With Severe Unilateral Hemifacial Microsomia: Treatment Strategy and Outcomes.

The treatment for severe hemifacial microsomia (HFM), especially type III case, is extremely difficult. Mandibular distraction osteogenesis (MDO) was rarely used as the primary choice in the treatment of severe type cases. The authors sought to observe the short-term therapeutic outcomes of patients with severe unilateral HFM who underwent MDO first.

Identification of Hub Genes in Hemifacial Microsomia: Evidence From Bioinformatic Analysis.

Objective: This thesis addresses a neglected aspect of bioinformatics research of hemifacial microsomia (HFM). Existing research stops short of prediction based on big data. This study combines multiple databases to explore underlying pathogenesis using bioinformatic approach.