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[Long-lasting filling procedures].

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Annales De Dermatologie Et De Venereologie

|May 6, 2008

Summary

Long-lasting dermal fillers, like polyacrylamide hydrogels, offer a stable cosmetic result without needing corrections for two years. These pure gels are preferred over microparticle suspensions due to lower risks of severe inflammatory reactions.

Area of Science:

Dermatology
Plastic Surgery
Biomaterials Science

Context:

Evaluation of long-lasting filling products for aesthetic applications.
Distinguishing between pure gels, microparticle suspensions, and flexible implants.
Addressing the limitations and risks associated with different filler types.

Purpose:

To compare the efficacy and safety of various long-lasting filling products.
To highlight the advantages of monomolecular gels, specifically polyacrylamide hydrogels.
To advocate for the preference of polyacrylamide hydrogels over microparticle-based fillers.

Summary:

Long-lasting filling products are defined by a 2-year correction-free period.
Silicone oil is not officially recognized for this use in France.

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Pure products (monomolecular gels like polyacrylamide hydrogels) are favored over microparticle suspensions due to a lower risk of severe inflammatory reactions.

Impact:

Polyacrylamide hydrogels offer a preferred, safer alternative for long-lasting aesthetic filling.
This preference aims to minimize patient exposure to significant inflammatory complications.
Provides guidance for clinicians selecting dermal fillers for sustained cosmetic outcomes.