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Hyaluronic acid filler injections with a 31‐gauge insulin syringe
Author(s) -
Lim Adrian C
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
australasian journal of dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.67
H-Index - 53
eISSN - 1440-0960
pISSN - 0004-8380
DOI - 10.1111/j.1440-0960.2009.00598.x
Subject(s) - syringe , hyaluronic acid , medicine , filler (materials) , surgery , biomedical engineering , composite material , anatomy , materials science , psychiatry
Hyaluronic acid gel is a commonly used skin/soft tissue filler in cosmetic dermatology. Hyaluronic acid fillers are packaged in proprietary luer‐lock syringes that can be injected via a 30‐gauge, 27‐gauge or larger diameter needle depending on the consistency of the gel. A method of decanting proprietary hyaluronic acid fillers into multiple 31‐gauge insulin syringes for injection is described. The use of a 31‐gauge insulin syringe for filler injections can potentially enhance the injection process through more accurate product delivery and placement. This has the potential to produce a more balanced and symmetrical outcome for patients. Additional benefits include less injection pain, less bleeding/bruising and higher levels of patient satisfaction.