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Treatment of malar mound and festoon with fractional microneedle bipolar radiofrequency combined with 15% TCA peel
Author(s) -
Žgaljardić Zoran,
Žgaljardić Ivonne,
Jurić Filip
Publication year - 2021
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.13740
Subject(s) - medicine , surgery
Background Anatomy of the periorbital region is very complex. Malar oedema/mounds/festoons often remain unaddressed. There are various treatments proposed for this pathologic entity as well as non‐standardized nomenclature. Implementation of technology in aesthetic medicine and surgery resulted in novel treatments for this entity. Aims The aim of this case presentation was to show the combination of fractional microneedle bipolar radiofrequency with medium depth 15%TCA peel as a great tool in treating malar bags with no complication and excellent result. Patients/Methods We report a case of 44‐year‐old women with malar mound and festoon. The treatment consisted of rejuvenation of whole periorbital region‐ upper and lower blepharoplasty and novel treatment combination‐fractional microneedle bipolar radiofrequency with medium depth 15%TCA peel in 2 sittings. Results After 6 weeks, excellent results can be observed with malar mound and festoon completely resolved. No complications were observed. Conclusion Fractional microneedle bipolar radiofrequency with medium depth 15%TCA peel is a safe and effective treatment option for malar bags.