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Can Macrolane Be Injected into the Face?

asked 2 years ago by Jenny_fung in Hong Kong
Latest answer by James Newman, MD
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Tags: face

I have asked for different opinions. Some said Sculptra would be an alternative for fat transfer while some said Sculptra does not work well on them. I wonder if Macrolane with such large particles can be injected as a facial filler.

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Liquid Face Lift

Macrolane is a form of hyaluronic acid of large particle size (being studied for breast augmentation in Europe) which is not FDA approved and is not available in USA.  Multiple types of fillers including the natural filler, fat, can be used to change or augment the shape of the face.  Facial implants, if indicated offer the best long term option for volumizing atrophy of the face whether it be from bone loss, fat loss or combinations.   Please be cautious of the... more
James Newman, MD

Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

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