Abstract
Dermal filling has rapidly become one of the most common procedures performed by clinicians worldwide. The vast majority of treatments are successful and patient satisfaction is high. However, complications, both mild and severe, have been reported and result from injection of many different types of dermal fillers. In this Continuing Medical Education review article, the author describes common technical errors, the signs and symptoms of both common and rare complications, and management of sequelae in clear, easily adaptable treatment algorithms.
Highlights
Dermal filling has rapidly become one of the most common procedures performed by clinicians worldwide
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Nodules caused by other types of dermal fillers have varied etiology, including incorrect dilution or reconstitution, or incorrect placement or technique.† Simple excision may suffice in straightforward cases, but multiple nodules within vital anatomic structures pose great challenges to surgeons, and often call for unique methods of treatment (Figure 4).[128]
Summary
Dermal filling has rapidly become one of the most common procedures performed by clinicians worldwide. Complications, both mild and severe, have been reported and result from injection of many different types of dermal fillers.
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