Publications by authors named "Lisa Cramer"
Background: The use of tissue fillers to treat age-related deepening of the nasolabial fold (NLF) has increased and become the standard clinical approach, creating a need for evidence-based, objective evaluation for pre- and post-procedure assessment of the NLF.
Methods: A 5-point rating scale was developed to assess the NLF, specifically the presence of depression and shadowing. Live validation of the scale was performed with a total of 73 participants representing the full range of NLF severities.
Validating the Reliability and Clinical Relevance of an Infraorbital Hollow Photonumeric Scale.
Aesthet Surg J Open Forum
August 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study addresses infraorbital hollowing (IOH), a cosmetic concern for various age groups, aiming to create effective assessment tools for its severity pre- and post-treatment.
- A 4-point rating scale for IOH was developed and validated through evaluations by board-certified surgeons and dermatologists on 73 patients, demonstrating strong reliability among raters.
- The validated IOH scale is user-friendly and clinically relevant, providing a standardized method to objectively monitor changes in infraorbital hollowing in both clinical and research settings.