J Korean Soc Aesthetic Plast Surg.  2011 Feb;17(1):13-16.

The Problems and Solutions of Filler Augmentation Rhinoplasty

• Koh IS

Abstract

A variety of dermal fillers is available and has been used for soft tissue augmentation. Fillers used in rhinoplasty are minimally invasive and can help patients who are concerned with surgical procedures and recovery time. Nevertheless, there have been many reports about unsatisfactory results and complications using fillers for augmentation rhinoplasty. The unsatisfactory results include ill defined lateral aspect of nose, widening of injected filler, migration, and overcorrection. Therefore, the filler materials should be used according to its properties and nasal anatomical characteristics.

Keyword

Rhinoplasty; Nose; Hyaluronic Acid; Polyacrylamide gels; Injections; Scaffolder

MeSH Terms

Acrylic Resins
Humans
Hyaluronic Acid
Nose
Rhinoplasty
Acrylic Resins
Hyaluronic Acid