A Systematic Review of the Efficacy of Microfocused Ultrasound for Facial Skin Tightening.

Objective: to systematically review the efficacy of microfocused ultrasound (MFU) for facial skin tightening. Methods: A systematic search was performed (Pubmed, Embase) to assess the efficacy of single MFU treatments for facial skin tightening. Eligible studies included randomised controlled trials, controlled trials, cohort studies and case series (n ≥ 10).

Traditional versus Laterally Extended Upper Blepharoplasty Skin Excisions: Objective and Patient-Reported Outcomes.

Background: Different skin excision shapes may result in different aesthetic outcomes after upper blepharoplasty.

Methods: Two skin-only excision shapes were evaluated objectively and subjectively in 28 matched patients with laterally extended skin excision (group A) or traditional elliptical skin excision (group B). The pretarsal show, lateral eyebrow height, amount of scarring (evaluated with the Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale), and patient-reported aesthetic results (evaluated using FACE-Q) were scored and compared at 6 and 12 months postoperatively.