Using Permanent Implant Materials for Cosmetic Enhancement of the Perioral Region - 22/08/11
Doi : 10.1016/j.fsc.2007.07.006
William H. Truswell, MD, FACS a, b, ⁎ 
a Department of Surgery, Division of Otolaryngology, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, CT 06030, USA
b Aesthetic Laser and Cosmetic Surgery Center, 61 Locust Street, Suite 2, Northampton, MA 01060, USA
Aesthetic Laser and Cosmetic Surgery Center, 61 Locust Street, Suite 2, Northampton, MA 01060.Abstract |
The aging of the perioral region continues to challenge facial plastic surgeons. Numerous rejuvenating surgical techniques, resurfacing methods, fillers, augmenters, and implants have been and continue to be developed. The drive for minimally invasive procedures that have a lasting effect has led to the development of several permanent injectable materials and implants to soften the melolabial grooves and marionette lines and augment the lips. These devices and their availability, usefulness, and practicality are examined.
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| Commercial interest: Truswell Insertion Instrument, Marina Medical Corporation, 995 Shotgun Road, Sunrise, FL 33326. Former medical consultant to Atrium Medical Corporation, Hudson, NH (2001–2005). |
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Vol 15 - N° 4
P. 433-444 - novembre 2007 Retour au numéro
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