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ArteFill

What it is: ArteFill is an FDA approved injectable dermal filler made from tiny microspheres of PMMA (clear plastic used in other medical implant devices) and bovine collagen.  Artefill injections are designed to restore facial volume and reduce the appearance of deep wrinkles. ArteFill is marketed as the longest lasting wrinkle treatment or injectable filler for nasolabial folds.

What it addresses:  Facial conditions including:

- Facial wrinkles
- Smile Lines
- Acne Scars
- Nasolabial folds

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What can I do about lumps from a PMMA product like Artefill or Artecoll?

Hi
I have developed a granuloma under each eye in the tear trough area from a product called "Precise," which is a PMMA product I received in Mexico 2 years ago. This product is essentially the same as Artefill/Artecoll.
I have been to see several doctors and have done extensive research on the internet. It appears I have two real options, the first is to have the product removed doing micro-lipo suction with a fine needle to scrape out the particles, which should not cause scarring, and the other is to have it surgically removed. I tried steroid injections but the change was minimal and short lived.
Here are my questions:
Is it possible to remove PMMA with micro-lipo if the product is encapsulated or embedded?
Would surgically removing from the tear trough area cause serious scarring or can it be handled in a way to leave scars that are manageable?

I welcome and appreciate any answers or insight !!

Thanks.

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