Polylactic acid is a novel filler used for the treatment of flaccidity, which provides a lifting effect through the generation of new collagen and connective tissue. The result is gradual, has a long duration and a very natural effect.
Filler based on polylactic acid
Polylactic acid is a material that is used for the treatment of flaccidity, in order to attenuate those wrinkles that concern us so much.
The body itself, after this material has been implanted under the skin (generally of the face), generates new collagen and connective tissue that resuspends all the structures of the face, performing a "lifting" effect.
Benefits
It does not act directly on the specific wrinkle, but sweeps the entire face. Normally the patient does not appreciate effects in the short and medium term. It usually takes up to 3 months for changes in the appearance of the skin to be seen.
A clinical study has shown that the effects of this treatment can last up to 2 years, the results are not immediate, the polylactic acid filler gradually increases the thickness of your skin. After a few weeks your specialist will tell you if additional or maintenance sessions are necessary.
Application
After the application of a topical anesthetic cream, the first treatment session is carried out in which the material is placed in various places on the face. The patient must apply a cream with a high content of vitamin K daily after treatment to avoid hematoma formation or accelerate their resolution. In addition, it is advisable to carry out 5-minute massages 5 times a day for 5 days in the treated areas. These massages should be performed in the form of concentric turns in the treated areas. This rule is known mnemonic as the rule of fives.
Polylactic acid treatments are carried out in several sessions, generally 4, which are carried out monthly. This treatment can be combined with others such as radiofrequency, pulsed light or photorejuvenation. Nowadays, it is considered that any procedure such as laser or radiofrequency treatments enhance the effects. An optimal result is usually obtained after one year. The effect is very natural and reproduces the appearance of young skin.
Tips after treatment
Immediately after treatment, redness, pain, and swelling may appear in the treated area. They will disappear in hours, or days, no more than 17 days.
Your doctor will give you specific instructions on how to treat the affected area, massage or ice for a few minutes may help. Ice should never be put directly on the skin.
It is also not good to expose the treated area to the sun.