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Review
. 2014 Dec;31(6):388-91.
doi: 10.5114/pdia.2014.40981. Epub 2014 Dec 3.

Volumetric techniques: three-dimensional midface modeling

Arleta Macierzyńska  1 , Ewa Pierzchała  1 , Waldemar Placek  2
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Review

Volumetric techniques: three-dimensional midface modeling

Arleta Macierzyńska et al. Postepy Dermatol Alergol. 2014 Dec.

Abstract

Aging is a complex process caused by many factors. The most important factors include exposure to UV radiation, smoking, facial muscle movement, gravity, loss and displacement of fat and bone resorption. As a symptom of aging, face loses elasticity, volume and cheerful look. While changing face proportions, the dominant part of a face is its bottom instead of the mid part. The use of three-dimensional face modelling techniques, particularly the mid-face - tear through and cheeks, restores the skin firmness, volume and healthy look. For this purpose the hyaluronic acid is used, calcium hydroxyapatite, and L-polylactic acid fillers. Volumetric techniques require precision and proper selection of the filling agent to give a sense of satisfaction to both the patient and the doctor.

Keywords: L-polylactic acid; calcium hydroxyapatite; hyaluronic acid.

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Before volumetry treatment
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After volumetry treatment
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