A Novel Technique for the Permanent Restoration of Pretarsal Fullness of the Lower Eyelids

Author:

Chang Ray-Hon,Chang Yean-LuORCID

Abstract

Abstract Background The presence of static pretarsal fullness is an essential aesthetic feature in Asian culture that endows a youthful and smiling attractive look to the face. The restoration of static pretarsal fullness using acellular dermal matrix implantation or autogenous fascia grafting can result in suboptimal outcomes because of the unpredictable resorption rate. Therefore, a new method is required to achieve a stable, long-term, and natural result. Objectives The authors describe a new method to address the deficiency of static pretarsal fullness. Methods Sixteen Asian female patients with a deficiency of static pretarsal fullness who received implantation of a bundle of implants consisting of segmented Gore-Tex sutures (W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., Flagstaff, AZ) overlaid with a mastoid fascia graft were retrospectively evaluated in a 15-year period from July 2007 to July 2022. Patients were assigned to categories based on the pretarsal fullness contour. Results Sixteen female patients aged between 22 and 40 years (mean age: 30.375 ± 7.580) underwent the procedure. The mean follow-up period was 52.25 (±33.757) months (range, 6-120 months). Fourteen patients were considered to have satisfactory results. However, 2 patients encountered complications, one of which was a case of infection that was successfully managed through revision and led to an excellent outcome. The other patient experienced malposition, which was also corrected successfully through revision. Conclusions Our new method for creating pretarsal fullness using Gore-Tex suture implants overlaid with a retroauricular mastoid fascia graft is effective in achieving aesthetic static pretarsal fullness and obtaining excellent permanent cosmetic outcomes. Level of Evidence: 4

Publisher

Oxford University Press (OUP)

Subject

General Medicine

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