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Benefits & Side Effects of Poly-L-Lactic Acid Injectable Fillers
Mar 28, 2018
*Disclaimer: Information on Maylips.com is provided for informational purposes only. Self-medication is strictly prohibited. All aesthetic procedures should be provided by the licensed healthcare specialist after the consultation with the personal therapist. The information in this article should not be used for prescribing any medication for the beauty injections.
All brand and medication descriptions in the article are based on the personal opinion and are not endorsed by Maylips.com. The article content was not reviewed for medical validity. Use this article for information and not for a final decision on the procedure.
What is a poly-L-lactic Acid (PLLA) injectable filler?
Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) is a type of biodegradable and completely synthetic medical grade polymer. This polymer has been extensively researched and used in biomedical device applications such as sutures. This material is a permanent fixture in biomedical applications as it has supreme biostimulating properties. Once implanted, it encourages fibroblasts to produce more collagen fibres for reinforced structures. This is why PLLA is used in aesthetic treatments to revitalise skin affected by extreme depressions like sunken cheeks and temples, as it will stimulate collagen fibre proliferation and strengthen skin integrity. Sculptra is a popular PLLA filler.
What are the benefits of poly-L-lactic Acid (PLLA) injectable fillers?
Injectable implants made of PLLA are famed for their outstanding durable performance. Since PLLA particles provide deep-tissue regeneration by encouraging collagen synthesis, the natural-looking aesthetic improvements become apparent over a gradual period but are sustained for a long time. Besides that, the risk of immunogenic or rejection reactions are quite paltry as the material is synthetic.
What are the side effects of PLLA fillers?
Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA) implants are administered via deep injections to ensure proper deep tissue regeneration. As a result, patients may exhibit localised inflammatory reactions associated with injections such as swelling, redness, pain, bleeding, itchiness, and small temporary lumps. These aftereffects should resolve with good hygiene and correct aftercare methods. Patients may develop rare reactions like inflamed nodule formation if the volumising implant is not administered correctly. Inform your patients of the probable side effects to ensure quick medical intervention if needed.
*Disclaimer: Information on Maylips.com is provided for informational purposes only. Self-medication is strictly prohibited. All aesthetic procedures should be provided by the licensed healthcare specialist after the consultation with the personal therapist. The information in this article should not be used for prescribing any medication for the beauty injections.
All brand and medication descriptions in the article are based on the personal opinion and are not endorsed by Maylips.com. The article content was not reviewed for medical validity. Use this article for information and not for a final decision on the procedure.