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CC BY-NC 4.0 · Arch Plast Surg 2013; 40(03): 256-258
DOI: 10.5999/aps.2013.40.3.256
Idea and Innovation

Subcision Using a Spinal Needle Cannula and a Thread for Prominent Nasolabial Fold Correction

Sang-Yeul Lee
Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kangwon National University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, Korea
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Kun-Yong Sung
Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kangwon National University Hospital, Kangwon National University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, Korea
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Deepening of the nasolabial crease is an esthetically unpleasing aging phenomenon occurring in the midface. Various treatment modalities have been introduced to improve the appearance of prominent nasolabial folds, all of which have pros and cons. Currently, a minimally invasive technique using synthetic dermal fillers is most commonly used. A simple and easy subcision procedure using a wire scalpel has also been used and reported to be effective for prominent nasolabial fold correction, with minimal complications. As an alternative to the wire scalpel, we used a 20-gauge metal type spinal needle cannula (Hakko Co.) and 4-0 Vicryl suture (Ethicon Inc.) for subcision of nasolabial folds. This technique is less expensive than the use of a wire scalpel and easily available when needed. Therefore, on the basis of favorable results, our modified subcision technique may be considered effective for prominent nasolabial fold correction.

Keywords

Nasolabial fold - Sutures - Dissection

This study was supported by a 2012 Kangwon National University Hospital Grant.




Publication History

Received: 21 January 2013

Accepted: 26 February 2013

Article published online:
01 May 2022

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