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Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques

Last updated July 7, 2026

Rising Stars

New and hot

Rising Stars Researchers

1
Zhuo Wang
Chongqing University of Science and Technology
2
Shivesh Anand
University of Connecticut
3
Jae Hyeok Choi
Farm Foundation
4
Gi‐Woong Hong
Dr Youth Clinic
5
Iris A. Otto
Heidelberg University
6
Michael Knitschke
Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
7
Max von Witzleben
University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus
8
Mohammed Abdalqadir
University of Sulaimani
9
Junfeiyang Yin
Southern Medical University
10
Xingyu Gui
Sichuan University

Rising Stars Papers

1
Why Do Nasolabial Folds Appear? Exploring the Anatomical Perspectives and the Role of Thread-Based Interventions
Diagnostics|2024
33 cit.
2
3D printing of biomimetic hierarchical porous architecture scaffold with dual osteoinduction and osteoconduction biofunctions for large size bone defect repair
Applied Materials Today|2024
25 cit.
3
SMAS repositioning technique utilizing cog thread: Anatomical perspectives
Skin Research and Technology|2024
21 cit.
4
What Are the Factors That Enable Thread Lifting to Last Longer?
Cosmetics|2024
20 cit.
5
Structural and material double mechanical enhancement of HAp scaffolds promote bone defect regeneration
Composites Part A Applied Science and Manufacturing|2024
19 cit.
6
Natural loofah sponge inspired 3D printed bionic scaffolds promote personalized bone defect regeneration
Composites Part B Engineering|2024
18 cit.
7
How Should We Use Hyaluronidase for Dissolving Hyaluronic Acid Fillers?
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology|2025
14 cit.
8
Embracing Remote Fields as the Fourth Dimension of Tissue Biofabrication
Advanced Functional Materials|2024
9 cit.
9
Skin & SMAS layer remodeling technique (SSRT): Achieving both volume and lifting effects with filler treatments
Skin Research and Technology|2024
8 cit.
10
A Photocurable Elastic Polyester‐Based Janus Bio‐Adhesive for Press‐Induced In Situ Wound Closure
Advanced Functional Materials|2025
7 cit.

Emerging Leaders

Gaining momentum

Emerging Leaders Researchers

1
Irina G. Belyaeva
Moscow State Institute of International Relations
2
Péter Pálházi
Semmelweis University
3
Constanze Keutel
University of Tübingen
4
Sebastian Spintzyk
FH Kärnten
5
J.S. Li
Sun Yat-sen University
6
Kyu Nam Kim
Kangbuk Samsung Hospital
7
Rafi Sheikh
Lund University
8
Priyanka Singh
The University of Queensland
9
Esra'a Abdul Rahman Jaradat
Jordan University of Science and Technology
10
Ulf Dahlstrand
Lund University

Emerging Leaders Papers

1
Rinsing postprocessing procedure of a 3D-printed orthodontic appliance material: Impact of alternative post-rinsing solutions on the roughness, flexural strength and cytotoxicity
Dental Materials|2022
55 cit.
2
Retinal detachment after cataract surgery: a population‐based study
Acta Ophthalmologica|2022
30 cit.
3
Rapid Additive Manufacturing of a Superlight Obturator for Large Oronasal Fistula in Pediatric Patient
The Laryngoscope|2022
14 cit.
4
Adhesive Property of 3D-Printed PEEK Abutments: Effects of Surface Treatment and Temporary Crown Material on Shear Bond Strength
Journal of Functional Biomaterials|2022
11 cit.
5
The Dual-Plane Gluteal Augmentation: An Anatomical Demonstration of a New Pocket Design
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery|2022
10 cit.
6
Modified Keystone Perforator Island Flap Techniques for Small- to Moderate-Sized Scalp and Forehead Defect Coverage: A Retrospective Observational Study
Journal of Personalized Medicine|2023
10 cit.
7
Laser speckle contrast imaging enables perfusion monitoring of the anterior segment during eye muscle surgery
Journal of American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus|2022
8 cit.
8
The effect of thermomechanical aging on the fracture resistance of additively and subtractively manufactured polyetheretherketone abutments
Journal of Dentistry|2024
7 cit.
9
Laser speckle contrast imaging enables perfusion monitoring of the anterior segment during strabismus surgery: a study on the horizontal rectus muscles
British Journal of Ophthalmology|2022
6 cit.
10
Modified Keystone Perforator Island Flap for Tension‐Reducing Coverage of Axillary Defects Secondary to Radical Excision of Chronic Inflammatory Skin Lesions: A Retrospective Case Series
BioMed Research International|2022
6 cit.

Current Senior Leaders

Established & currently active

Current Senior Leaders Researchers

1
Roberto Scotti
University of Milano-Bicocca
2
Robert J. Allen
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
3
Padmanabhan Thallam Veeravalli
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
4
Chih‐Hung Lin
Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
5
Rod J. Rohrich
Baylor College of Medicine
6
Kiyonori Harii
Kyorin University
7
Geoffrey L. Robb
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
8
Fu‐Chan Wei
Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
9
Paul N. Manson
Western General Hospital
10
Rollin K. Daniel
University of California, Irvine

Current Senior Leaders Papers

1
Have We Found an Ideal Soft-Tissue Flap? An Experience with 672 Anterolateral Thigh Flaps
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery|2002
1.2k cit.
2
Cell-Assisted Lipotransfer for Cosmetic Breast Augmentation: Supportive Use of Adipose-Derived Stem/Stromal Cells
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery|2007
868 cit.
3
The Fat Compartments of the Face: Anatomy and Clinical Implications for Cosmetic Surgery
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery|2007
799 cit.
4
The Perforasome Theory: Vascular Anatomy and Clinical Implications
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery|2009
748 cit.
5
FREE GRACILIS MUSCLE TRANSPLANTATION, WITH MICRONEUROVASCULAR ANASTOMOSES FOR THE TREATMENT OF FACIAL PARALYSIS
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery|1976
668 cit.
6
DISTANT TRANSFER OF AN ISLAND FLAP BY MICROVASCULAR ANASTOMOSES
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery|1973
656 cit.
7
A 10-Year Retrospective Review of 758 DIEP Flaps for Breast Reconstruction
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery|2004
596 cit.
8
Anatomic Variations and Technical Problems of the Anterolateral Thigh Flap: A Report of 74 Cases
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery|1998
490 cit.
9
Breast Reconstruction with the Free TRAM or DIEP Flap: Patient Selection, Choice of Flap, and Outcome
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery|2002
482 cit.
10
THE ANATOMY OF SEVERAL FREE FLAP DONOR SITES
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery|1975
445 cit.

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