Author: Doris Dickson
Euflexxa® for Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a widespread and often debilitating condition causing pain, stiffness, and functional limitation in individuals worldwide. When conservative therapies fail to provide adequate relief, intra-articular injections are a common intervention to manage symptoms. Viscosupplementation, involving the injection of hyaluronic acid (HA) into the knee joint, is an established approach aimed at supplementing …
Reconstituting Liporase® Hyaluronidase
For any medical professional working with hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers, having immediate access to a reliable hyaluronidase enzyme is non-negotiable. Hyaluronidase is essential both for correcting aesthetic outcomes and, critically, for managing vascular occlusion (VO) emergencies. Liporase® (typically supplied as 1500 International Units or IU) is a widely used brand of powdered hyaluronidase in …
Jalupro® vs. Profhilo®: The Definitive Comparison for Biorevitalizing Injectables
Hyaluronic acid-based injectables serve diverse purposes in aesthetics, from adding structural volume to enhancing superficial skin quality. While traditional HA fillers primarily provide immediate fill, treatments like Jalupro® and Profhilo® focus on biorevitalization – specifically targeting the skin’s intrinsic hydration, elasticity, and radiance. These two leading injectable treatments, though both utilizing HA, feature distinct formulations …
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Cingal® for Osteoarthritis Pain: A Practitioner’s Guide
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a widespread degenerative joint disease causing significant pain, stiffness, and functional limitation for millions globally. When conservative measures like analgesics and physical therapy prove insufficient, intra-articular injections become a valuable treatment option. Cingal®, developed by Anika Therapeutics, offers a unique single-injection approach by combining cross-linked hyaluronic acid (HA) with a corticosteroid, triamcinolone …
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Online Filler Buying for Clinics
The procurement of essential medical supplies is a fundamental operational task for any aesthetic clinic. In recent years, a significant shift has occurred, with many practices moving towards online platforms to buy facial fillers online, rather than relying solely on traditional sales representatives or distributors. This trend offers undeniable convenience, the ability to compare prices …
Restylane® for Hand Rejuvenation
Beyond the face, the hands often clearly display signs of aging due to volume loss, which can lead to prominent veins, visible tendons, and thin, crepey skin. Effectively treating this area enhances overall aesthetic harmony and patient satisfaction. Restylane® Lyft™ (by Galderma) stands out as a key tool for this indication, being the first hyaluronic …
Practitioner’s Guide to HA Filler Science
Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are the most popular and widely used category of injectable aesthetics globally. Their widespread prominence is due to a combination of factors: their compatibility with the human body, their inherent versatility across numerous applications, and their strong safety profile, notably enhanced by their reversibility. While at first glance they may seem …
Improving Patient Comfort: Dermal Filler Techniques & Products
While patients are primarily motivated by the aesthetic outcomes of dermal filler treatments – whether it’s smoothing wrinkles, restoring volume, or enhancing features – the injection process itself can be a source of anxiety or discomfort. Effectively managing pain and minimizing patient stress significantly enhances the overall treatment experience, builds trust, improves compliance with multi-session …
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A Practitioner’s Guide to Lip Plumping Injections
Lip augmentation is a highly sought-after aesthetic procedure, offering practitioners the opportunity to create or restore volume, define shape, and enhance the overall harmony of the lower face. While often perceived as a straightforward treatment, performing safe and aesthetically pleasing lip plumping injections using hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers requires a sophisticated understanding of lip anatomy, …
Dermal Fillers Explained: A Guide for Aesthetic Practitioners
Injectable dermal fillers have become a cornerstone of non-surgical aesthetic medicine, offering powerful tools to address signs of aging and enhance facial contours. These injectable medical devices are utilized to restore volume, smooth lines and wrinkles, and sculpt various facial features, contributing significantly to facial harmony and rejuvenation. Given their widespread use and the variety …
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