Anatomy of the face and neck

Abstract

There is a description of the hard tissue foundation as well as the soft tissues of the face from superficial fat compartments to superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS), retaining ligaments, mimetic muscles, and deep plane, including the deep fat compartments. Whether the plan of rejuvenation includes rhytidectomy, platysmaplasty, autologous fat transfer, implants, or endoscopic techniques, a sound knowledge of facial and neck anatomy will increase the likelihood of success and reduce the incidence of undesirable results or complications.