Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Volume 65, Issue 11 , Pages 2227-2234 , November 2007

Complications After Superficial Plane Cervicofacial Rhytidectomy: A Retrospective Analysis of 178 Consecutive Facelifts and Review of the Literature

  • John E. Griffin, DMD

      Affiliations

    • Director, Fellowship Program, Department of Facial Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Baptist Memorial Hospital, Golden Triangle Oral and Facial Surgical Center PA, Columbus, MS.
    • ,
  • Chris Jo, DMD

      Affiliations

    • Fellow, Department of Facial Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Baptist Memorial Hospital, Golden Triangle Oral and Facial Surgical Center PA, Columbus, MS.
    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence and reprint requests to Dr Jo: Atlanta Oral and Facial Surgery, 2925 Premiere Parkway, Suite 185, Duluth, GA 30097

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doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2006.10.075

Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Volume 65, Issue 11 , Pages 2227-2234 , November 2007

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