Management of injected hyaluronic acid induced Tyndall effects.
OBJECTIVE
Soft tissue augmentation represents a cosmetic procedure performed with increasing frequency.


METHODS
Correct utilization permits precise correction of facial rhytids and scars. Novice injectors occasionally inject too superficially in tissue with the resultant appearance of discoloration secondary to the Tyndall effect.


CONCLUSIONS
In this article, we will review the Tyndall effect in the skin and management options for this growing problem in aesthetic dermatology.
Skincare Doctors, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138, USA. rhirsch@skincare.doctors.com
Ranella J
RJ
Hirsch
Vic
V
Narurkar
Jean
J
Carruthers
D000328:Adult; D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003357:Cosmetic Techniques; D004798:Enzymes / Q000008:administration & dosage; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006820:Hyaluronic Acid / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006821:Hyaluronoglucosaminidase / Q000008:administration & dosage; D007279:Injections, Subcutaneous; D028022:Low-Level Light Therapy; D008875:Middle Aged; D010859:Pigmentation Disorders / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D012867:Skin / Q000187:drug effects / Q000528:radiation effects; D015595:Skin Aging / Q000187:drug effects; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D004798:Enzymes; D006820:Hyaluronic Acid; D006821:Hyaluronoglucosaminidase