What is Captique Used For?

Captique is no longer available. Depending on the area that needs enhancement, a variety of excellent filler products are available. These include a variety of Hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane. Other popular  filler is Radiesse. Best,

Captique was an early hyaluronic acid filler. Unlike its predecessor, Hylaform, which was derived from the comb of the rooster, captique was derived from bacteria. It essentially was used in the same manner as the other hyalruonic acid fillers, Restylane and Juvederm, ie. to treat naso-labial folds, marionette lines. crow's feet etc. It is felt by many physicians and injectors that it does not last as long as the other fillers and for that reason has fallen out of favor. It... more

Captique is no longer made. Its replacement is called Prevelle Silk. It is an HA filler, a very soft filler, and is ideal for the first-time filler patient who wants to try out a short-acting filler for their smile lines or lips.