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SPE-M System

Standardized pre-operative assessment protocol for facial surgery. Four domains, objective scale, clear communication.

What is SPE-M?

SPE-M is an assessment system developed to standardize pre-operative analysis in facial surgery. The acronym represents the four evaluated domains: Skin, Ptosis, Structure (E) and Mass.

The Four Domains

S

Skin

Quality, elasticity, thickness and sun damage

0: Normal 1: Mild alteration 2: Moderate 3: Severe
P

Ptosis

Degree of tissue descent in each facial region

0: Absent 1: Mild 2: Moderate 3: Severe
E

Structure

Bone framework and facial projections

0: Adequate 1: Mild deficiency 2: Moderate 3: Severe
M

Mass

Soft tissue volume and fat distribution

0: Normal 1: Mild excess/deficit 2: Moderate 3: Severe

Practical Applications

check_circle Standardized initial assessment
check_circle Objective communication between professionals
check_circle Surgical indication definition
check_circle Approach planning
check_circle Pre and post-operative comparison
check_circle Patient discussion basis

Learn the Complete System

SPE-M is taught in detail in training programs, with practical cases and guided application.

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