title: Use of polymethylmethacrylate as permanent filling agent in the jaw, mouth and face regions--implications for dental practice.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  This article is a review of PMMA focusing on its properties, indications, contra-indications and adverse effects.
  
  
  BACKGROUND
  search to remain young is a constant attitude among Brazilians. The low cost of filling agents have stimulated its indiscriminate use, especially the bioplasty (non-incisional method). Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) is the cosmetic filling agent of choice, because of its low cost, easy access and simple application technique. The impact on dentistry and orofacial medicine needs further awareness.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  The article aims to draw the attention of odontology and medical professionals to the product's applicability and its possible complications.
authors: Department of Oral Medicine at Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Porto Alegre, Brazil.
authors: Karlon F
authors: KF
authors: Vargas
authors: Ruchielli L
authors: RL
authors: Borghetti
authors: Sabrina P
authors: SP
authors: Moure
authors: Fernanda Gonçalves
authors: FG
authors: Salum
authors: Karen
authors: K
authors: Cherubini
authors: Maria Antonia Z
authors: MA
authors: de Figueiredo
mesh_terms: D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000737:chemistry; D000075202:Contraindications; D003357:Cosmetic Techniques; D005145:Face; D006801:Humans; D007568:Jaw; D009055:Mouth; D019904:Polymethyl Methacrylate / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000737:chemistry; D012060:Rejuvenation
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D019904:Polymethyl Methacrylate