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. 2025 Jul-Aug;15(4):804-808.
doi: 10.1016/j.jobcr.2025.05.007. Epub 2025 Jun 3.

Firm, Lyft and Relax - A versatile approach for facial rejuvenation: A case series

Marcelo Germani  1 , Ana C N Carnevali  2 , Isabela Guerra  3 , Dannyelle L Rocha  3 , Danielle Dias  3 , Karina Vera Zamorano  4 , Victor R M Munoz-Lora  5   6
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Firm, Lyft and Relax - A versatile approach for facial rejuvenation: A case series

Marcelo Germani et al. J Oral Biol Craniofac Res. 2025 Jul-Aug.

Abstract

The "Firm, Lyft, and Relax" (FL&R) is a versatile approach that associates botulinum toxin (BTx), hyaluronic acid (HA), and collagen bioestimulators (CBio) treatments, suitable for patients of varying ages and diverse cosmetic concerns. This strategy considers factors such as facial static and dynamic areas, the requirement for projection or volumization, and tissue thickness and firmness. This study aims to elucidate the main concerns of the FL&R technique, presenting a series of four cases and providing a guide for clinicians using combined treatment modalities for facial rejuvenation. The treatments involved the strategic use of BTx, poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), and HA. Following the treatments, all patients experienced significant aesthetic improvements, as evaluated through 3D stereophotogrammetry. It is important to note that while this approach yields satisfactory outcomes, it should not be standardized; rather, it should be tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient.

Keywords: Aesthetics; Botulinum toxin; Collagen biostimulator; Hyaluronic acid; Stereophotogrammetry.

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Conflict of interest statement

M.G. and D.D. are speakers from Galderma Brasil. K.V. is speaker from Galderma Chile. Other authors declare no conflict of interests.

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Firm, lyft and Relax 1A) approach protocol from case 1, and 1B) stereophotogrammetry and 1C) photographic results.
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Firm, lyft and Relax 2A) approach protocol from case 2, and 2B) stereophotogrammetry and 2C) photographic results.
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Firm, lyft and Relax 3A) approach protocol from case 3 and 4, and 3B) stereophotogrammetry and 3C) photographic results.
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