OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Facial Plastic Surgery is 3. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-08-01 to 2026-08-01.)

Article	Citations
Overview of Nasal Airway and Nasal Breathing Evaluation	62
Evidence-Based Medicine: Rhinoplasty Surgical Outcomes	39
Split Dorsal Nasal Flap: A Modification to Expand Its Utilization	21
Management of the Middle Vault	21
Evidence-Based Medicine for Lower Facial Rejuvenation	19
Nasal Airway Evaluation	19
Virtual Surgical Planning for Patients with Skeletal-Dental and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome	18
Evaluation and Treatment Planning to Maximize Perioral, Submental, and Neck Aesthetics	16
Role of Membranous Septum in the Alar–Columellar Relationship: Strategies in Closed-Approach Rhinoplasty	14
Perceived Age Reduction After Rhytidoplasty: A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Three Surgical Techniques Using Human and AI Assessment	13
Angulated Cephalic Strip Flap in Lateral Crura Reduction: A Scroll Area Preservation Technique in Rhinoplasty	13
The Safety and Efficacy of At-Home Devices for Skin Care	13
Utilization of Virtual Consultations in Facial Plastic Surgery during the COVID-19 Pandemic	13
Trial, Error, and Expertise: My Evolution Through Structural and Preservation Rhinoplasty Techniques	12
Clinical Benefits of the Utrecht Questionnaire for Aesthetic Outcome Assessment in Rhinoplasty: An Update	12
Pterygium Colli: A Narrative Review with a Comparative Study of Lateral Approach Techniques	12
Deep Neck Contouring: Indications and Techniques	11
Hair Restoration Techniques	11
Optimizing Wound Care after Surgery of the Head and Neck: A Review of Dressing Materials	11
Precision Rhinoplasty Cylindric Burrs—Sidewall Aesthetics	11
Patient Satisfaction in Functional Rhinoseptoplasty: The Role of Nonsurgical Factors	11
Impact of the Location of Nasal Septal Deviation on the Nasal Airflow and Air Conditioning Characteristics	11
Aesthetic Outcomes of Rhinoplasty Performed in the Early Posttrauma Period after Nasal Bone Fracture	11
Management of Lateral Wall Insufficiency	10
Extended Composite Approach to Deep Plane Face Lifting with Deep Contouring of the Neck and the Nuances of Secondary and Tertiary Facelifting: Principles for Restoration of Natural Anatomy and Aesthet	10

Doxycycline Sclerodesis—“Rhinodesis”—for Enhanced Soft Tissue Adhesion in Rhinoplasty: A Preliminary Study	10
Medical Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia	9
Holding the Lid: Suspension Techniques to Prevent Lower Eyelid Ectropion—A Systematic Review	9
Evaluating the Role of the Self-Assembling Topical Haemostat PuraBond in Periorbital Ecchymosis Associated with Osteotomies in Septorhinoplasty	8
Aesthetic Management of the Lips, Chin and Submentum	8
Facial Rejuvenation: Comprehensive 2025 Experts' Update	8
Tesla Facelifting Using Energy Devices during Rhytidectomy	8
Three-Point Vertical Mattress Suture: A Simple Technique for Mild Blepharoptosis Correction in Partial-Incision Double-Eyelid Surgery	8
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Selective Neurectomy for Postfacial Paralysis Synkinesis: A Systematic Review	8
Non-Surgical Hair Restoration Options: Current Techniques and Emerging Technologies in Prejuvenation	7
The Quadrangular Cartilage in Rhinoplasty: A Surgically Focused CT Dimensional Analysis of Black African and Caucasian Populations	7
Bridging the Gap in Facial Aesthetic Surgery Training: A National Survey Study of Canadian Resident and Program Director Perspectives on Resident-Run Clinics in Otolaryngology Residency Programs	7
Essential Surgical Anatomy for Facelift	7
Energy-based Options for Male Facial Rejuvenation	7
Structural Nasal Tip Grafting: Anatomy, Evaluation, and Technique Selection for Durable Aesthetic and Functional Outcomes	7
Three-Dimensional Quantification of Nasal Septum Components: A CT-Based Analysis	6
Erratum to: Effect of Upper Lid Blepharoplasty Surgery on Corneal Topography and Corneal High-Order Aberrations	6
The Barn Doors Greenstick Fracture—A New 3D Geometry for Common Osteotomies in Rhinoplasty: The First 50 Patients with 1-Year Follow-up	6
Advances in Rhinoplasty Evidence: A Narrative Overview of Recent Meta-analyses (2015–2025)	6
A-T Flap for Reconstruction of Nasal Dorsum Skin Defects	6
Medial Ligament Release: Is It a Proportional Standard?	6
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A Prospective Open-Label Study for Treatment of Infraorbital Hollows Using a Volumizing Hyaluronic Acid Filler	6
Evidence-Based Medicine for Midface/Orbit/Upper Facial Fracture Repair	6
Cervical Chondrocutaneous Branchial Remnants: A Rare Congenital Anomaly of the Neck. A Case Series, Literature Review, and Associated Anomalies	6
Double Triangular Cartilage Excision in Otoplasty Revisited	6
Corrigendum: Implications of Ozempic and Other Semaglutide Medications for Facial Plastic Surgeons	6
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Evaluation of the Effect of Subciliary Approaches on Lower Eyelid Position in Infraorbital Rim Fractures	6
The Fusion Sling Hook Suspension as a Powerful Tool in Tip Support: Surgical Considerations	6
Characterizing the Impact of Facial Rehabilitation on Acute Facial Paralysis	6
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Tissue Engineering: Current Technology for Facial Reconstruction	5
Management of the Heavy Neck in the Ethnic Patient	5
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Body Dysmorphic Disorder: A Decade of Mandatory Psychiatric Evaluation in Cosmetic Rhinoplasty Aspirants	5
Comparative Outcomes of Septal Extension versus Columellar Strut Grafts for Nasal Tip Stabilization and Positioning in Rhinoplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis	5
Tip Rhinoplasty: Resection, Grafts, or Sutures	5
Credit for Truly Novel Ideas? A Critical Approach to the Intellectual Authorship in Surgery	5
Butterfly Graft Technique for Addressing the Internal Nasal Valve	5
Asymmetrical Lateral Crus Steal in Geometric Tip Reshaping	5
An Overview of Rhinoplasty Practices: European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery, Collaborative Cross-Sectional Study	5
Nonsurgical Chin and Prejowl Modification	5
Novel Applications of Concentrated Growth Factors in Facial Rejuvenation and Plastic Surgery	5
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An Innovative Surgical Technique: Dorsal SMAS Periosteal Flap for Nasal Radix Augmentation	5
Rhinoplasty in Patients with Cleft Lip Nasal Deformity: Correcting the Alar Base	5
Current Treatments and Future Directions for Facial Paralysis	5
The Value of Computational Fluid Dynamics in Crooked Nose	5

Aesthetic Surgical Pathway in Permanent Facial Filler Removal	5
Nasal Obstruction: Overview of Pathophysiology and Presentation of a Clinically Relevant Preoperative Plan for Rhino(Septo)plasty	4
Imaging Nasal Obstruction: An Objective Evaluation for a Subjective Complaint	4
A Comparative Analysis of Nasal Valve Surgery Methods	4
State of the Evidence for Facial Skin Cancer Reconstruction	4
Immediate Hypersensitivity Caused by the Mesotherapy	4
What We Know About Facial Volume Restoration with Autogenous Fat	4
Skincare Regimens for Men: Medical-Grade Solutions	4
The Use of Muscle-Hitch and Internal Gradual Tension Quilting Sutures for Eyebrow Lift Using an Open Temple Approach	4
Time to Mohs Reconstruction: A Systematic Review Comparing Complication Rates between Immediate and Delayed Repair	4
Efficacy and Safety of Polycaprolactone in Treating Nasolabial Folds: A Prospective, Multicenter, and Randomized Controlled Trial	4
Considerations for Optimal Grafting in Rhinoplasty	4
Nasal Patency Measurement: State of the Art of Acoustic Rhinometry	4
Complications Associated with Alloplastic Materials in Rhinoplasty and Their Operative Management	4
Effect of Facial Fillers on Post-rhinoplasty edema: A Hypothesis Based on Literature Review	4
Augmentation Rhinoplasty in Asian Patients	4
Comment on: Nasal Septal Perforation Reconstruction with Polydioxanone Plate: A Systematic Review	4
Deep Neck Contouring through the Ages	4
The Cutting Edge in Facial Plastic Surgery	4
Artificial Intelligence in Facial Plastic Surgery: A Review of Current Applications, Future Applications, and Ethical Considerations	4
Outcomes of Free Flap Transfer in Facial Reanimation: A Review	4
Follicular Unit Excision (FUE) Basics	3
Modified Spreader Flap Tension Suture Technique for Internal Nasal Valve Reconstruction: A 580-Patient Cohort Study	3
5-Fluorouracil in Facial Plastic Surgery: Indications, Efficacy, and Safety – A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis	3
Deep Neck Lifting	3
Can a Rule-Based Expert System Diagnose Nasal Obstruction from Nasoendoscopy Videos?	3
Facial Fillers and Surgical Rhinoplasty: Cross-Sectional Study	3
Step-up Maneuver for Radix Control in Dorsal Preservation Rhinoplasty	3
The Lateral Wall of the Inferior Meatus as a New Graft Source for Rhinoplasty: Radiological Study and Surgical Technique	3
Septal Reconstruction: Simple to Complex	3
Enhanced Understanding of Facial Nerve Anatomy and Arborization in the Indian Population: Implications for Surgical Procedures	3
Full Anterior Scoring Otoplasty	3
Computational Fluid Dynamics and Its Potential Applications for the ENT Clinician	3
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Neck Lift to Treat Platysma Bands and Defining Cervical Angle: A Systematic Review and Pooled Analysis	3
Autologous Fat Grafting of the Face in Men	3
Nasal Sill Flap for Lip Lifting	3
Conservative versus Surgical Approaches in the Treatment of Intracapsular Condylar Fractures: A Retrospective Study	3
Skin Metastasis: Rare First Manifestation of Lung Cancer	3
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Effect of Locally Administered Estradiol on Wound Healing in a Nasal Septal Perforation Animal Model	3
Opportunities for Environmental and Public Health Stewardship in the Operating Room	3
“Comprehensive Rhinoplasty: Structural and Preservation Concepts” by Sam P. Most	3
German Translation and Validation of the Standardized Cosmesis and Health Nasal Outcomes Survey Questionnaire	3
Male Facial Rejuvenation	3
Measurement of Nasal Obstruction: Rhinomanometry as Basic Method in Functional Rhinology	3
Do Google Trends Correlate with the Number of Facial Plastic Surgery Procedures Performed in the United States?	3
The Best and Worst of the Structural Preservation Rhinoplasty	3
Histology and Long-term Clinical Outcome of Crushed Cartilage with Double-layer Gelatin Sponge Membrane for Dorsum Refinement in Primary Rhinoplasty	3
Functional Outcomes After Feminizing Rhinoplasty	3
A Simplified Algorithm for Corner Lip Lifting	3
Bony Dorsal Preservation	3
The Application of a New Porous High-Density Polyethylene Exogenous Scaffold in Nose Tip Shaping for East Asians	3