Hyaluronic Acid Filler Longevity and Localization: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Evidence

Plast Reconstr Surg. 2021 Jan 1;147(1):50e-53e. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000007429.

Abstract

Summary: Hyaluronic acid is the most commonly used facial dermal filler in aesthetic medicine. Identification of placement, longevity, and localization of hyaluronic acid fillers are becoming increasingly important. This article proposes a practical approach to monitoring the location and longevity of hyaluronic acid, using magnetic resonance imaging.

Clinical question/level of evidence: Therapeutic, V.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cosmetic Techniques / adverse effects*
  • Dermal Fillers / administration & dosage
  • Dermal Fillers / adverse effects*
  • Face / anatomy & histology
  • Face / diagnostic imaging
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Foreign-Body Migration / diagnosis*
  • Foreign-Body Migration / etiology
  • Humans
  • Hyaluronic Acid / administration & dosage
  • Hyaluronic Acid / adverse effects*
  • Injections, Subcutaneous / adverse effects
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Middle Aged
  • Time Factors

Substances

  • Dermal Fillers
  • Hyaluronic Acid