Abstract

MOMMAERTS, M.Y.  and  RAMOS MEDINA, B.. Bone rongeur as nasolabial fold sculptor instrument: A technical note. Rev Esp Cirug Oral y Maxilofac [online]. 2008, vol.30, n.3, pp.191-194. ISSN 2173-9161.

Prominent nasolabial folds are of concern to many face lift candidates. Many techniques have been described which tackle this distinct sign of ageing. Crease fillers have inherent limitations. Extended SMAS dissection and suspension has no effect after 24 hours. Malar fat pad suspension has an effect which extends maximally to 2 years. Direct fat excision lateral to the crease must be done cautiously. However, it is the only technique providing permanent results. Fat removal can be done with tweezers and scissors, with liposuction canules, and with curettes. Tactile and visual control over location and depth of the resection is required. Such is possible when using a bone rongeur in one hand to reduce the fat mount which has been dissected off the dermis. The other hand turns over the cheek flap for alternating internal and external control of the sculpturing effect, and for external tactile guidance.

Keywords : Rhytidoplasty; Rejuvenation; Surgical Instruments.

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