Poly-L-Lactic Acid for Minimally Invasive Gluteal Augmentation

Area of Science:

• Aesthetic Medicine
• Dermatology
• Plastic Surgery

Background:

• Growing emphasis on the gluteal region's aesthetic importance.
• Biodegradable fillers present a nonsurgical option for gluteal augmentation and rejuvenation.

Purpose of the Study:

• Review anatomy, patient evaluation, injection techniques, and complications of gluteal augmentation using biodegradable fillers.
• Focus on poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) based fillers.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA)-based gluteal augmentation.
• Analysis of existing clinical experience and safety data.

Main Results:

• PLLA fillers are effective for noninvasive gluteal enhancement with minimal downtime.
• Understanding gluteal anatomy and avoiding the 'danger triangle' are critical for safety.
• Safe injection practices include blunt cannulas, reduced pressure, smaller volumes, and retrograde delivery.

Conclusions:

• Gluteal augmentation with fillers can safely and effectively improve firmness, shape, proportion, and projection.
• Practitioners require knowledge of patient selection, anatomy, and safe injection techniques.
• Further high-quality studies are needed due to increasing demand.