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Twelve‐month prospective study of polymethylmethacrylate/collagen dermal filler for volume loss of the dorsal of hands
Author(s) -
Yeh Lindsey C.,
Goldberg David J.
Publication year - 2020
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.13445
Subject(s) - medicine , grading scale , dorsum , prospective cohort study , patient satisfaction , surgery , filler (materials) , dentistry , anatomy , materials science , composite material
Background Dermal fillers have been used safely and effectively to revolumize aging hands. We assess the effectiveness of polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) to treat the volume loss of photoaged dorsal hands for up to 12 months. Methods In a 12‐month prospective study, 15 subjects were treated with PMMA filler in the bilateral dorsal hands. PMMA was injected 4 weeks after an initial screening visit, and touch‐up treatments were provided if needed 4 weeks later. Effectiveness was assessed by the provider using the validated Merz Hand Grading Scale (MHGS) and the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale (GAIS). Subjects completed the Subject GAIS and the Subject Satisfaction Survey. Results All subjects had at least 1 point of improvement on the MHGS starting from 1 month to 12 months after treatment. 75% of subjects had a 2‐point improvement at 12 months. Investigators reported that 92% of subjects had some degree of improvement at 12 months, while 75% of subjects self‐reported some degree of improvement. Approximately 75% of the subjects reported that they were satisfied with the treatment. Adverse events were minor and limited to swelling. Conclusion PMMA is a safe and effective treatment for volumizing the dorsal hands with improvement that is sustained for up to 12 months.