Analysis of Morphologic and Rheological Properties of Hyaluronic Acid Gel Fillers to Body Contouring and Its Clinical Correlation
The demand for minimally invasive body contouring procedures, particularly for gluteal augmentation, has grown significantly. This study evaluates the morphologic and rheological properties of four commercially available hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers used for body contouring and explores their clinic...
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| author | Maria Cláudia Almeida Issa Renata M. M. Viana Paulo R. de Souza Mendes Mônica F. Naccache Priscila R. Varges Eliana P. Marín Castaño Eliandre Palermo |
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| description | The demand for minimally invasive body contouring procedures, particularly for gluteal augmentation, has grown significantly. This study evaluates the morphologic and rheological properties of four commercially available hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers used for body contouring and explores their clinical implications. Critical parameters such as storage modulus (G′), loss modulus (G″), complex modulus (G*), and damping factor (tan δ) were measured using oscillatory rheological tests to assess each filler’s elasticity, viscosity, and viscoelastic profile. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) was performed to analyze the microstructure of the fillers, providing insights into their microscopic architecture. The results showed differences in mechanical properties and viscoelastic behavior among the fillers. These variations suggest that the choice of filler may need to be tailored to specific body contouring requirements. Understanding these differences is crucial for achieving the best clinical results and patient satisfaction, helping professionals select the most suitable filler for each case. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-bf1ca0a20e9844568ea249a798ef56c72025-01-24T13:33:59ZengMDPI AGGels2310-28612025-01-011116510.3390/gels11010065Analysis of Morphologic and Rheological Properties of Hyaluronic Acid Gel Fillers to Body Contouring and Its Clinical CorrelationMaria Cláudia Almeida Issa0Renata M. M. Viana1Paulo R. de Souza Mendes2Mônica F. Naccache3Priscila R. Varges4Eliana P. Marín Castaño5Eliandre Palermo6Department of Internal Medicine (Dermatology), Universidade Federal Fluminense, Niterói 24033-900, RJ, BrazilPrivate Practice, São Paulo 04012-080, SP, BrazilRheology Group, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro 22451-900, RJ, BrazilRheology Group, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro 22451-900, RJ, BrazilRheology Group, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro 22451-900, RJ, BrazilRheology Group, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro 22451-900, RJ, BrazilPrivate Practice, São Paulo 05455-000, SP, BrazilThe demand for minimally invasive body contouring procedures, particularly for gluteal augmentation, has grown significantly. This study evaluates the morphologic and rheological properties of four commercially available hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers used for body contouring and explores their clinical implications. Critical parameters such as storage modulus (G′), loss modulus (G″), complex modulus (G*), and damping factor (tan δ) were measured using oscillatory rheological tests to assess each filler’s elasticity, viscosity, and viscoelastic profile. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) was performed to analyze the microstructure of the fillers, providing insights into their microscopic architecture. The results showed differences in mechanical properties and viscoelastic behavior among the fillers. These variations suggest that the choice of filler may need to be tailored to specific body contouring requirements. Understanding these differences is crucial for achieving the best clinical results and patient satisfaction, helping professionals select the most suitable filler for each case.https://www.mdpi.com/2310-2861/11/1/65rheologyhyaluronic aciddermal fillerbody contouring |
| spellingShingle | Maria Cláudia Almeida Issa Renata M. M. Viana Paulo R. de Souza Mendes Mônica F. Naccache Priscila R. Varges Eliana P. Marín Castaño Eliandre Palermo Analysis of Morphologic and Rheological Properties of Hyaluronic Acid Gel Fillers to Body Contouring and Its Clinical Correlation Gels rheology hyaluronic acid dermal filler body contouring |
| title | Analysis of Morphologic and Rheological Properties of Hyaluronic Acid Gel Fillers to Body Contouring and Its Clinical Correlation |
| title_full | Analysis of Morphologic and Rheological Properties of Hyaluronic Acid Gel Fillers to Body Contouring and Its Clinical Correlation |
| title_fullStr | Analysis of Morphologic and Rheological Properties of Hyaluronic Acid Gel Fillers to Body Contouring and Its Clinical Correlation |
| title_full_unstemmed | Analysis of Morphologic and Rheological Properties of Hyaluronic Acid Gel Fillers to Body Contouring and Its Clinical Correlation |
| title_short | Analysis of Morphologic and Rheological Properties of Hyaluronic Acid Gel Fillers to Body Contouring and Its Clinical Correlation |
| title_sort | analysis of morphologic and rheological properties of hyaluronic acid gel fillers to body contouring and its clinical correlation |
| topic | rheology hyaluronic acid dermal filler body contouring |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2310-2861/11/1/65 |
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