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Rheology of hyaluronic acid and dynamic facial rejuvenation: Topographical specificities
Author(s) -
Michaud Thierry
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
journal of cosmetic dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.626
H-Index - 44
eISSN - 1473-2165
pISSN - 1473-2130
DOI - 10.1111/jocd.12774
Subject(s) - hyaluronic acid , rheology , rejuvenation , facial rejuvenation , biomedical engineering , materials science , computer science , surgery , anatomy , medicine , composite material
Sound knowledge of the rheology of hyaluronic acids is fundamental for facial rejuvenation procedures. Hyaluronic acid implants are subjected to complex mechanical forces within the facial tissues that vary depending on the anatomical region. Analysis of these forces is important to establish the rheological specifications of hyaluronic acid implants in each specific zone. This approach will optimize the correction of age‐related loss of volume, since the filler will be chosen as a function of the mechanics of the anatomical zone, with the objective to respect facial dynamics.