title: Correction of midface volume deficiency using hyaluronic acid filler and intradermal radiofrequency.
abstract: Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are increasingly used for midface augmentation, which can be performed for facial rejuvenation. Previous study proved that radiofrequency (RF) treatment prior to HA filler injection may provide synergistic and long-lasting effects for the reduction of nasolabial fold wrinkles. Here, we report a case in which the efficacy of two different treatments using RF and HA filler and HA filler alone was assessed using a split-face design. In conclusion, the intradermal needle RF with HA filler may be a more safe and effective method than HA filler alone for correcting midface volume deficit. Appropriate volume loss replacement should correct the flattening and furrowing of the central area of the mid-cheek, which is a consequence of the aging process. Also, it will provide a more youthful appearance. Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are an established intervention for correcting facial volume deficiency. In a previous study ( 1 ), radiofrequency (RF) was used to overcome the short duration of HA fillers and resulted in a good outcome.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology, Chung-Ang University College of Medicine , Seoul , Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Eun Jung
authors.initials: EJ
authors.lastname: Ko
authors.forename: Hyuk
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Kim
authors.forename: Won-Seok
authors.initials: WS
authors.lastname: Park
authors.forename: Beom Joon
authors.initials: BJ
authors.lastname: Kim
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D003357:Cosmetic Techniques; D000067548:Dermal Fillers / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006820:Hyaluronic Acid / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D060052:Nasolabial Fold; D000078702:Radiofrequency Therapy; D015595:Skin Aging
chemical_list: D000067548:Dermal Fillers; D006820:Hyaluronic Acid
keywords: hyaluronic acid filler; intradermal radiofrequency; midface