Management of Tear Trough Deformity: A Review of Current Anatomic Concepts, Non Surgical, and Surgical Treatment Strategies
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Tear Trough Deformity, Anatomic Concepts, Surgical Treatment StrategiesAbstract
Background: Tear trough deformity is a defining feature of periorbital aging and one of the most common concerns prompting patients to seek lower eyelid and midface rejuvenation. Its correction has evolved considerably over the past three decades, moving away from indiscriminate fat excision toward volume-preserving and volume-restoring strategies grounded
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