폴리락트산 Polylactic Acid (PLLA)

Injectable fillers and neuromodulators are used for a range of indications pertaining to the correction of facial aging and disfigurement. Fillers can correct soft tissue loss, depressed scars, and atrophy or asymmetry induced by systemic o…

Injectable cosmetic fillers are increasingly popular, but are not often considered as a cause of abnormal findings on imaging. We present a case of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) filler associated with 18-fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) uptake, which h…

Despite a well-established safety profile for poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), known complications of nodules, papules and granulomas can occur. The author presents a case of late-onset facial nodules after treatment with PLLA dermal filler for f…

[OBJECTIVE] Patient satisfaction is the goal of most aesthetic procedures. The aim of this study is to analyse nonsurgical rejuvenation procedures in a private practice setting, over a period of 10 years, evaluating patients' compliance, sa…

[BACKGROUND] Over recent decades, the options available to patients for cosmetic rejuvenation have expanded dramatically. The range of options commonly available to patients now includes neuromodulators, fillers, sclerotherapy, chemical pee…

[BACKGROUND] Over recent decades, the options available to patients for cosmetic rejuvenation have expanded dramatically. The range of options commonly available to patients now includes neuromodulators, fillers, sclerotherapy, chemical pee…

[OBJECTIVE] We report intraoral granulomatous foreign body reactions in patients treated with calcium hydroxylapatite (CHA) or poly-l-lactic acid (PLA). [STUDY DESIGN] Clinical and histopathologic data were obtained from 25 patients who de…

Volume loss is considered to be one of the major contributors to facial aging. Therefore, the restoration of facial volume and contour changes has become an important treatment approach in aesthetic dermatology in recent years. In October 2…

[BACKGROUND] Fractionated carbon dioxide (CO2) lasers are a new treatment modality for skin resurfacing. The cosmetic rejuvenation market abounds with various injectable devices (poly-L-lactic acid, polymethyl-methacrylate, collagens, hyalu…

[PURPOSE] Prominent signs of ageing of the hands have recently been treated with permanent or longer-lasting injectable dermal fillers. However, few previous studies have described the long-term complications of such hand rejuvenation. The …

[INTRODUCTION] HIV-associated facial lipoatrophy (FLA) is a stigmatizing hallmark for persons living with HIV [PLWH], and can lead to poor social functioning, social isolation, and reduced labour force participation. Treatments for this con…

The biologic behavior of a facial filler determines its advantages and disadvantages. The purpose of this article is to look at the relevant biology as part of a logical basis for making treatment decisions. Historical perspectives and biol…

HIV-associated lipoatrophy may affect up to 35% of patients who have received antiretroviral (ARV) regimens for more than one year, and may result in depression, social isolation, and career barriers. Interventions including the injection o…

The wide variety of dermal fillers presently available has revolutionized treatment options for patients seeking a refreshed appearance. Soft tissue fillers include both bovine and human collagens, the hyaluronans, calcium hydroxyapatite, p…

We review herein our experience with subperiosteal midface-lifting under direct vision with a simple fixation technique. The technical aspects of the procedure are described in detail. A total of 121 patients underwent midface-lifting and m…

The demand for safe, effective, long-lasting, biocompatible dermal filler materials is increasing. Many products that include synthetic polymers and autologous tissue have emerged that attempt to meet these criteria. An overview of injectab…

[BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE] Monopolar radiofrequency (RF) treatment is used by physicians to heat skin and promote tissue tightening and contouring. Cosmetic fillers are used to soften deep facial lines and wrinkles. Patients who have had de…

[BACKGROUND] For many patients, injectable filling agents offer the promise of facial rejuvenation while offering reduced risks compared with more invasive surgery. With the increase in products available and the rise in the number of patie…

Cosmetic surgery has witnessed explosive growth over the past few years, and with this has come growth in male aesthetic surgery. Increases have been seen in the number of nonsurgical as well as surgical treatments. Rhinoplasty, hair transp…