Injectable Poly-L-Lactic Acid: Understanding Its Use in the Current Era

J Drugs Dermatol. 2016 Jun 1;15(6):759-62.

Abstract

A survey of Sculptra® Aesthetic injectors was conducted to understand how the product is being currently reconstituted and injected. Questions were asked of injectors to understand their reasons for choice and volume of diluent(s), additions, and time for the reconstitution process. These results are discussed in the context of the past history of the product over the last decade, with a focus on adverse events such as papules and nodules. <br /><br /> <em>J Drugs Dermatol. </em>2016;15(6):759-762.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cellulose / administration & dosage*
  • Cosmetic Techniques* / trends
  • Humans
  • Injections, Subcutaneous
  • Lactic Acid / administration & dosage*
  • Mannitol / administration & dosage*
  • Polyesters / administration & dosage*
  • Skin Aging / drug effects*
  • Skin Aging / pathology
  • Surveys and Questionnaires

Substances

  • New-Fill
  • Polyesters
  • Lactic Acid
  • Mannitol
  • poly(lactide)
  • Cellulose