EC Dental Science

Introduction: Poly-l-lactic acid has been used for cosmetic purposes in the United States, since 2004, for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus lipoatrophy. This paper aims to present one case report and our experience with the use of poly-l-lactic acid for the cosmetic purpose of restoring facial volume lost due to the aging process.

Methods: Case report of female patient, seventy years old, were treated in private practice between 2020 and 2021. The product was reconstituted in 16 ml of distilled water and mixed with 2 ml of xylocaine 2% whithout epinephrine at the time of injection. Individualized treatment was performed according to each patient facial size and contour. The result was analyzed through photographs taken before and after surgery as well as subjective evaluations made by the cirurgian and patients.

Results: The patient was satisfied with the results. Adverse effects included of ecchymosis at the injection site, swelling and nothing nodules in the regions.

Conclusion: Poly-l-lactic acid can be used safely for restoring, correcting, and smoothing facial deformities arising from aging.

Keywords: Cosmetic Techniques; Face; Skin Aging; Lactic Acid

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