Junxue An, Yang An, Guanhuier Wang, Siqiao Wu, Jianfang Zhao, Runlei Zhao
{"title":"Three-dimensional facial morphological features of young Han Chinese women: A preliminary study","authors":"Junxue An, Yang An, Guanhuier Wang, Siqiao Wu, Jianfang Zhao, Runlei Zhao","doi":"10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.02.002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.02.002","url":null,"abstract":"Objective \u0000To explore the feasibility of our method on assessing the three-dimensional facial morphological features based on three-dimensional surface imaging techniques. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Methods \u0000According to the admission criteria, three-dimensional facial images of 34 attractive young Chinese women and 172 healthy reference young women were selected from the three-dimensional facial images database of our department. For those images, anthropometric facial measurements including facial height, width, the degree of convexity and concavity were computed using three-dimensional surface imaging techniques combined with three-dimensional coordinate system. The variance between attractive group and reference group was analyzed and the facial morphological features of each group were preliminarily summarized. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Results \u0000Both groups met the criteria of mesoprosopy, not the \" vertical facial trisection and rule of fifths\" . The attractive group had a relatively narrow anterior facial frame, a more rounded and full upper face compared with the reference group. They also had smaller intercanthal width compared with the reference group. Moreover, the attractive group showed more prominent nose, more full and prominent medial cheek. In addition, the attractive group shared less protruded upper lips and less retruded chin compared with the reference group. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Conclusions \u0000Assessing facial morphology using three-dimensional surface imaging techniques is a convenient and feasible method. The evaluation of sagittal facial convexity and concavity is an indispensable part of facial morphology features assessment. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Key words: \u0000Imaging, three-dimensional; Anthropometry; Face; Coordinate system; Sagittal position","PeriodicalId":10094,"journal":{"name":"Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology","volume":"14 2","pages":"176-181"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-04-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41248442","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Self-perception of profile among orthodontic patients: a preliminary study","authors":"Yuan-yuan Wang, Chun-Bo Hao, Tian'an Liao, Bai-cheng Bao, Mengdi Huang","doi":"10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.02.019","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.02.019","url":null,"abstract":"Objective \u0000To make a preliminary study on self-perception of profile among orthodontic patients. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Methods \u0000A total of 226 orthodontics patients (79 males and 147 females with average age of 19.3 years) were enrolled in this study. All the patients were treated in the Department of Orthodontics, Sun Yat-sen University Hospital of Stomatology during May to August 2016. Self-perception of profile was investigated in the patients. They were asked whether they had ever noticed their own profile and to choose from among various photos the one that most resembled their own profile. Then profile photos of patients were taken and measured. Differences between self-perception profile and actual profile were compared using paired t test. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Results \u0000There were 147 patients (41 males and 106 females) answered that they had noticed their own profile. Difference was significant between patients' actual profile and self-perception profile (P 0.05). Compared with male patients, difference was smaller between female patients' actual profile and self-perception profile. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Conclusions \u0000Compared with male patients, female patients put more emphasis on their own profile. Patients' self-perception of their own profile is not accurate. Female patients' self-perception of their own profile is more accurate than male patients. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Key words: \u0000Orthodontics; Cosmetic techniques; Facial profile; Self-perception; Facial convexity angle","PeriodicalId":10094,"journal":{"name":"Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology","volume":"25 1","pages":"237-239"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-04-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42529875","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xuan Liao, Chen Zheng, Jun-Xian Liang, Su Huang, Sheng-Hong Li, Li-Ling Xiao
{"title":"GaAlAs laser pretreatment enhances the function of ADSCs in photoaging of the skin in rats","authors":"Xuan Liao, Chen Zheng, Jun-Xian Liang, Su Huang, Sheng-Hong Li, Li-Ling Xiao","doi":"10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.003","url":null,"abstract":"Objective \u0000To investigate the effect of adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) on photoaging skin after laser pretreatment with GaAlAs. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Methods \u0000ADSCs were isolated from healthy wistar rats, ADSCs were isolated and cultured to establish an adipose-derived stem cell culture system. ADSCs were pretreated with GaAlAs laser at a wavelength of 650 nm 4 J/cm2. A rat model of photoaging aging was established. Different doses of ADSCs and low energy laser ADSCs were pretreated with ADSCs for the treatment of photoaging skin, and the morphological changes of epidermis and dermis were observed before and after treatment with low energy laser pretreatment. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Results \u0000When the concentration of ADSCs was 103/100 μl, there was no significant difference in epidermal thickness and dermal thickness between ADSCs treated group and GaAlAs pretreatment group (P>0.05). The thickness of epidermis in the GaAlAs pretreatment group was significantly lower than that in the ADSCs group (P<0.05) at 104/100 μl. When the concentration of ADSCs was 5×104/100 μl, the epidermal thickness of the GaAlAs pretreatment group decreased significantly and the thickness of the dermis increased significantly, which was significantly different from that of the ADSCs group (P<0.05). \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Conclusions \u0000GaAlAs laser pretreatment can enhance ADSCs anti-skin photoaging ability. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Key words: \u0000Lasers; Multipotent stem cells; Cellular senescence; GaAlAs; Adipose-derived stem cells","PeriodicalId":10094,"journal":{"name":"Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology","volume":"25 1","pages":"8-12"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45401501","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Clinical effects of upper eyelid blepharoplasty using the dermis orbicularis muscle flap technique","authors":"Ziwei Zhu, Yufeng Liu, N. Liu, Shuang Chen","doi":"10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.016","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.016","url":null,"abstract":"Objective \u0000To develop a new technique of upper eyelid blepharoplasty for reducing surgical complications and improving cosmetic results. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Methods \u0000In this study, 721 cases (9 males and 712 females, range in age 17-32 years) with single eyelid were performed with double eyelid blepharoplasty using this method (dermis orbicularis muscle flap technique, DOMF), 698 cases of which were simultaneously operated with epicanthoplastic surgery. In the operation, DOMF was harvested in the dermis edge in lower incision margin. The flap was sutured to levatoraponeuros at the superior border of the tarsus. Patients were followed up for three months to three years. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Results \u0000It was concluded that unfavorable results included low fold in 12 cases, relapse in 3 cases, asymmetric crease in 4 cases, puffy eyelids in 5 cases, and sunken appearance in 4 cases. The physicians and patients were satified with the results. The eyelid appeared smooth without fold depression on downward gaze or eyes closed, and it was gentle and not overly puff as eyes opening. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Conclusions \u0000The DOMF technique mimics the movement of congenital crease fold, which is easy to perform, creating a delicate, firm and smooth upper lid orientation. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Key words: \u0000Blepharoplasty; Surgery, plastic; Dermis; Immobilization; Orbicularis muscle flap","PeriodicalId":10094,"journal":{"name":"Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology","volume":"25 1","pages":"57-60"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42487715","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Clinical efficacy of autologous fat grafting in breast augmentation surgery using Body-jet™ water-assisted liposuction system","authors":"Xiao‐jun Ma, Meng Xiong, Jue Zhang, Ming Chen, Bing Yu, Zongke Guo","doi":"10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.008","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.008","url":null,"abstract":"Objective \u0000To observe the clinical effect of water-assisted liposuction system using in the breast augmentation surgery. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Methods \u0000From 2015 to 2017, we received 30 new patients who were diagnosed as small breast disease. The water-assisted liposuction system (Body-jet™) was used to harvest autologous fat, and then autologous fat grafting was preformed in the breast augmentation surgery. The follow-up was conducted one year after operation to observe the change of breast size, fat survival rate, and the occurrence of postoperative complications. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Results \u0000There was no any serious complication happened in all the 30 cases. The breasts got a good shape and soft feeling after long-term follow up. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Conclusions \u0000The application of body-jet™ water-assisted liposuction system is safe; the survival rate of autologous fat transplantation is high, and the clinical effect is satisfactory. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Key words: \u0000Autografts; Adipose tissue; Augmentation mammaplasty; Body-jet™ water-assisted system","PeriodicalId":10094,"journal":{"name":"Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology","volume":"25 1","pages":"29-31"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44197777","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Che LiFeng, Zhenxing Wang, Yuan Li, M. Shan, Jie Yang, Peng Xiao
{"title":"Effects of divided injection on the survival of fat graft in nude mice","authors":"Che LiFeng, Zhenxing Wang, Yuan Li, M. Shan, Jie Yang, Peng Xiao","doi":"10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.005","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.005","url":null,"abstract":"Objective \u0000To explore the effect of divided injection of fat grafting and to provide a new sight for the strategy of clinical particle fat transplantation. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Methods \u0000Adipose tissue was aspirated from the healthy female abdomen by liposuction. In the control group, 0.5 ml of adipose tissue was subcutaneously injected into the nude mice. The experimental group was injected with 0.25 ml first, followed by 0.25 ml injection of adipose tissue on the 7th, 14th and 30th days. To assess graft retention rate and effectiveness we measured the wet weight and observed the pathological sections with HE or perilipin immunofluorescence. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Results \u0000The wet weight of the tissue between the experimental group and the control group had no statistical difference, the experimental group had less necrosis and empty tissue than the control group. The proportion of perilipin positive staining tissue in 7 day group had statistical difference from that of the control group. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Conclusions \u0000The strategy of pre-injection of part of the adipose tissue and then supplement of the residual tissue after 7 days may increase the proportion of active adipose tissue in the graft. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Key words: \u0000Adipose tissue; Cell transplantation; Animal experiment; Fat granule; Divided injection","PeriodicalId":10094,"journal":{"name":"Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology","volume":"25 1","pages":"17-20"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47175233","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Surgical correction of velopharyngeal insufficiency in cleft palate patients with two procedures of reconstruction of radical intravelar veloplasties (IVVs)","authors":"Hongping Zhu, J. Qian, Zhibo Zhou, Xiu-ping Tang","doi":"10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.014","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.014","url":null,"abstract":"Objective \u0000To summarize the clinical outcomes of surgical correction of velopharygeal insufficiency (VPI) with two procedures of radical intravelar veloplsties, and to discuss the indication selection of surgical technique. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Methods \u000058 cases of various cleft palate were speech evaluated and diagnosed as mild to moderate VPI, who aged from 3 to 28 years (mean age 7.5 years). Group I (36 cases) were performed surgery in the way of modified Furlow double-opposing Z-plasty. Group Ⅱ (22 cases) were performed surgery in the way of Sommerald radical IVV. All cases were followed up for 6 months to 1 year after surgery, with speech evaluation and objective examination of nasopharygoscopy and fixed position lateral X ray. The X-ray images of lateral view of velum was read through PACS image system. The effective work length of soft palate and the pharyngeal gap of the velum at rest and function were measured directly through PACS system. The data of each case before and after surgery were compared. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Results \u000034 of 36 cases (94.50%) in modified-Furlow group and 21 of 22 cases (95.5%) in Sommerlad group finally recovered complete velopharyngeal closure. Compared between before and post operation, the effective work length of soft palate in modified Furlow group increased by 9.50±2.35 mm, the length in Sommerlad group increased by 7.50±3.32 mm. The differences were statistically significant by paired T test (P<0.001). None of all cases complained nasal airway obstruction. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Conclusions \u0000Both types of radical IVVs are highly effective to be recommended for surgical correction of mild to moderate VPI. Strict selection of surgical indication and excellent surgical skill are necessary for good treatment outcomes. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Key words: \u0000Cleft palate; Velopharygeal insufficiency; Intravelar veloplasty; Furlow veloplasty; Sommerlad veloplasty","PeriodicalId":10094,"journal":{"name":"Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology","volume":"25 1","pages":"48-52"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44021536","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Efficacy of CO2 dot matrix laser combined with 595 nm pulsed dye laser on cesarean section skin scar","authors":"C. Liu, Yanling Li, Lewei Wei","doi":"10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.015","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.015","url":null,"abstract":"Objective \u0000To investigate the clinical efficacy of CO2 lattice laser combined with 595 nm pulsed dye laser in the treatment of cesarean section skin scar. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Methods \u0000A total of 60 patients with cutaneous scar after cesarean section in our hospital from June 2015 to October 2017 were enrolled. The patients were divided into observation group and control group according to the order of hospitalization. Each group had 30 cases. Both CO2 lattice and 595 nm pulsed dye lasers were used in study group. Only CO2 lattice laser was used in control group. Vancouver scar scale (VSS) and adverse reactions were analyzed after treatment in both groups. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Results \u0000The two groups were compared at 3 months and 6 months after treatment. The VSS scores of the study group were (52.00±1.31) and (3.81±1.38), which was significantly lower than that of the control group (6.30±1.21) and (5.00±1.38). The difference was statistically significant (t=3.175, 3.35, P 0.05). \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Conclusions \u0000CO2 dot laser combined with 595 nm pulsed dye laser for the treatment of cesarean section skin scar is more effective than CO2 dot matrix laser alone. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Key words: \u0000Lasers, dye; Laser therapy; Cicatrix; Cesarean section; CO2 dot matrix laser; 595 nm pulsed dye laser","PeriodicalId":10094,"journal":{"name":"Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology","volume":"25 1","pages":"53-56"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41442795","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Clinical effectiveness of SVF gel in periorbital accurate injection","authors":"Qiankun Liu, Feng Lu","doi":"10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.011","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.011","url":null,"abstract":"Objective \u0000To introduce the SVF gel as a filling, and the application of SVF gel in periorbtal accurate injection. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Methods \u0000This investigation presented a retrospective study of 35 patients in Henan Aeasthetic and Plastic Hospital from December 2016 to March 2018. We used the SVF gel for periorbital accurate injection for the 35 patients. The effectiveness was observed 3 to 6 months later. Patient satisfaction was evaluated with the Likert scale. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Results \u0000All cases were obviously improved. All of them were satisfied with the outcomes. No complication occurred, All the swelling time lasts 5-8 days. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Conclusions \u0000With smaller granules and higher survival rate, the technique of SVF gel can achieve satisfactory results in accurately periorbital injection. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Key words: \u0000SVF gel; Fatgrating; Periorbital","PeriodicalId":10094,"journal":{"name":"Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology","volume":"25 1","pages":"39-41"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44606265","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Clinical effect of endoscopy assisted suction-cutter removal of apocrine sweat glands","authors":"Zhiqiang Wang, Yan Hu, Jijie Wang, Quan-yong Liu","doi":"10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.017","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3760/CMA.J.ISSN.1671-0290.2019.01.017","url":null,"abstract":"Objective \u0000To explore the clinical effect of endoscope assisted suction-cutter removal of apocrine sweat glands in treatment of osmidrosis. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Methods \u0000This study generalized and analyzed the curative effects of 30 patients with axillary osmidrosis, treated with endoscopy assisted suction-cutter removal of apocrine sweat glands. The efficacy was evaluated according to the postoperative results and complications. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Results \u0000In all the 30 patients, wound healed 7 to 10 days after operation, and they resumed almost normal life after treatment. From May 2015 to April 2017, the follow-up visits showed that none of them had relapse, infection or skin necrosis. Surgical scar was slight, and in all the patients, symptoms disappeared. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Conclusions \u0000The operation of endoscopy assisted suction-cutter removal of apocrine sweat glands is a minimally invasive surgery. The advantages include direct vision, radical operation, well preserved dermal vascular network and lower risk of complications. \u0000 \u0000 \u0000Key words: \u0000Endoscope; Axillary osmidrosis; Apocrine sweat glands; Suction-cutter; Minimally invasive surgery","PeriodicalId":10094,"journal":{"name":"Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology","volume":"25 1","pages":"61-63"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41780603","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}