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Semin Plast Surg 2020; 34(04): 272-276
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1721764
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1721764
Review Article
Complications in Facial Esthetic Surgery
Abstract
Esthetic surgery continues to become increasingly popular both in the United States and globally. Facial esthetic procedures in particular account for a large proportion of procedures performed. This increase in popularity will inevitably result in the number of potential complications associated with these procedures. In this review, the authors describe common complications encountered with frequently performed cosmetic facial procedures and their associated management. This article is meant as a general overview and introduction to potential complications surgeons may encounter, interested readers are encouraged to further review comprehensive subspecialty literature for more detailed discussion.
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24 December 2020
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