Volumizing and Cogged Threads for Nose Augmentation

Area of Science:

• Aesthetic medicine
• Minimally invasive cosmetic procedures

Background:

• Nonsurgical nose augmentation is increasingly popular due to its minimal invasiveness and reduced risks compared to rhinoplasty.
• Limited research exists on thread-based nose augmentation specifically within the Asian population.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present two successful cases of nonsurgical nose augmentation in Asian patients using volumizing and cogged threads.
• To demonstrate the insertion techniques and assess the effectiveness of these methods.

Main Methods:

• Two female patients underwent nonsurgical nose augmentation using polydioxanone (PDO) threads.
• Volumizing threads were used for nasal contour enhancement, and cogged threads for nasal tip and alar base refinement.

Main Results:

• Both patients achieved significant improvements in nasal contour and projection.
• Satisfactory aesthetic results were maintained for up to 8 months with no observed complications.

Conclusions:

• Volumizing and cogged threads represent a viable nonsurgical option for nose augmentation, yielding natural-looking results.
• Further investigation is warranted to confirm long-term safety and efficacy in the Asian demographic.