Spontaneous and induced degradation of dermal fillers: A review.

Dermal fillers are among the most versatile tools in esthetic medicine. A broad range of temporary, semipermanent, and permanent filler products are on the market. We performed a narrative review on spontaneous and induced degradation of dermal fillers and .

Impurities in Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers? A Narrative Review on Nonanimal Cross-Linked Fillers.

Nonanimal cross-linked hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers are among the most versatile tools in minimal invasive esthetic medicine. Filler injections aim to volumize, provide contour, and reduce wrinkles and skinfolds. In the hand of the experienced user, HA fillers have an excellent safety profile.

Cavernous hemangioma of the lip: combined treatment with intralesional laser and surgery.

Infantile cavernous hemangioma is a benign vascular tumor in childhood. Cavernous hemangiomas have a tendency of slow enlargement with subsequent complications such as ulceration and bleeding. We report a case of a large cavernous hemangioma affecting the median upper lip in an 11-year-old girl.

Laser in the Treatment of Granulomas on the Nose Produced by Polymethylmethacrylate: A Case Series.

Background: The search for aesthetic non-surgical procedures is growing. The use of polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) as a filling material in the nose represents one of the many options among these aesthetic procedures. Its use, however, can lead to complications.

Correction of tear trough deformity by hyaluronic acid soft tissue filler placement inferior to the lateral orbital thickening.

Tear trough deformities can be a sign of facial aging and exert a negative impact in facial attractiveness. Surgical techniques and adipose tissue transfer have been used to improve tear trough deformity. In recent years, minimal invasive procedures such as soft tissue filler injections became more popular.

Defect closure after successful skin cancer surgery of the nose: a report of 52 cases.

Introduction: Malignant keratinocyte tumors-that is, basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)-are commonly found on sun-exposed body areas such as the nose. The primary aim of tumor surgery is complete excision. Due to anatomical, functional, and aesthetic issues, reconstruction of such defects remains a challenge.

Facial vascular danger zones for filler injections.

Filler injections are widely used for facial rejuvenation. The technique is safe as long as some precautions are respected. In this review we will focus on vascular anatomy in the upper, middle and lower face.

Lip enhancement and mouth corner lift with fillers and botulinum toxin A.

Beautiful lips are responsible for facial attractiveness and a youthful appearance. During aging process, lips become thinner and the red lips borders get poor defined. Downturn of the corners of the mouth suggests negative emotions.

Long lasting facial rejuvenation by repeated placement of calcium hydroxylapatite in elderly women.

Calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) is a biostimulatory filler with long lasting efficacy after a single injection. Data con the effect of repeated injections, however, are sparse. This is a single-center observational study.

The dual 980-nm and 1470-nm diode laser for vascular lesions.

Transcutaneous use of dual diode lasers is a new option in dermatology. The aim of the study was to demonstrate the transcutaneous application of a dual laser in dermatologic outpatients. We used a laser system that combines 980 nm and 1470 nm wavelengths for treatment of vascular lesions.

Mondor's Disease after Aesthetic Breast Surgery: A Case Series and Literature Review.

Background: Mondor's disease of the subcutaneous veins of the breast is an uncommon disorder. The etiology of Mondor's disease remains unclear. Usually, it is a self-limited disease.

Intralesional Neodymium YAG laser to Treat Complications of Polymethylmethacrylate.

Background: Dermal fillers are widely used for facial and body contouring. Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) is a permanent biphasic filler for soft tissue augmentation. In case of unwanted side effects, drug therapy and surgical excision have been commonly used with mixed results.

Polymethylmethacrylate-induced nodules of the lips: Clinical presentation and management by intralesional neodymium:YAG laser therapy.

The lips are essential part of the beauty and attractiveness of the human face. Lip augmentation has become an increasingly used method to improve appearance. Soft tissue fillers are the most commonly used tools.

Adipose tissue, fillers, and skin tightening.

The role of adipose tissue has long been underestimated in esthetic dermatology. With the development of liposculpture and lipolysis, subcutaneous adipose tissue has gained an increasing interest. Harvested tissue has been used for lipofilling.

Surgical Treatment for Extramammary Paget's Disease.

Extramammary Paget's disease (EMPD) is a rare, slow growing non-melanoma skin cancer.Diagnosis is often significantly delayed, since clinical presentation may resemble common benign dermatoses. Treatment is characterized by high recurrence rates.

Lip Repair after Mohs Surgery for Squamous Cell Carcinoma by Bilateral Tissue Expanding Vermillion Myocutaneous Flap (Goldstein Technique Modified by Sawada).

Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common malignancy of the lower lip. Environmental factors such as ultraviolet light exposure, arsenic and smoking are contributing factors to the increasing incidence. Mohs surgery is the treatment of choice ensuring the lowest recurrence rates.

Chronic Encapsulated Seroma Persisting for Three Years after Abdominoplasty and a Successful Surgical Solution.

Abdominoplasty is listed among five most common esthetic surgical procedures in the Western World. Despite all efforts, abdominoplasty bears a high risk of complications. We observed a 39-year-old-woman with previous classical abdominoplasty performed elsewhere three years ago.

Simultaneous Occurrence of Balanoposthitis Circumscripta Plasmacellularis Zoon, Phimosis and Carcinoma of the Penis: Case Report with An Unusual Ulcerated Polypoid Variant of Zoon's Disease and a Carcinoma of Reserve Cell Type.

Background: Zoon's balanitis is a benign disease characterized by an asymptomatic, chronic, solitary, shiny, red-orange plaque of the glans and/ or prepuce. In rare cases of Zoon's disease, penile squamous cell carcinoma developed in the chronic inflammatory lesions.

Case Report: We report on a 68-year-old male patient presenting with phimosis and coexistent Zoon's disease and penile carcinoma in situ treated successfully by circumcision.

Successful Treatment of Reticular Blue Veins of the Lower Eyelid by Long-Pulse Nd: YAG - Case Report with 8-Year Follow-Up.

Background: Facial reticular blue veins are of esthetic concern. Most often these veins develop on the lower lids. The safest and most effective way of treatment is by vascular lasers.

Management of stretch marks (with a focus on striae rubrae).

Stretch marks are one of the most common benign cutaneous lesions and encountered esthetic problems. Striae rubrae and striae albae can be differentiated on the basis of clinical appearance. Histologically, disturbances of the dermal fiber network and local expression of receptors for sexual steroids have been detected.

Circumscribed Lipoatrophy of the Chin after Tooth Extraction.

We describe the rare occurrence of circumscribed facial lipoatrophy after tooth extraction. Correction by minimal invasive esthetic techniques such as soft tissue fillers or autologous fat transfer is possible but was not warranted.

A Primary Cutaneous Nocardiosis of the Hand.

Background: Nocardiosis is caused by an aerobic actinomycete, most commonly introduced through the respiratory tract. The are gram-positive, partially acid-fast bacteria. Primary cutaneous nocardiosis infections are rare and caused by the traumatic introduction of organisms percutaneously.