RT Book, Section A1 Heitmiller, Kerry A1 Saedi, Nazanin A2 Baumann, Leslie S. A2 Rieder, Evan A. A2 Sun, Mary D. SR Print(0) ID 1190669399 T1 Dermal Fillers T2 Baumann’s Cosmetic Dermatology, 3e YR 2022 FD 2022 PB McGraw Hill LLC PP New York, NY SN 9780071794190 LK dermatology.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1190669399 RD 2024/03/28 AB SUMMARY POINTSThe dermal filler market is rapidly growing worldwide, and several innovations have led to a parallel expansion in product variety.Currently, a variety of dermal fillers are available for use including temporary fillers (i.e., hyaluronic acid fillers), semi-permanent fillers (i.e., calcium hydroxylapatite and poly-L-lactic acid), and permanent fillers (i.e., polymethylmethacrylate, silicone, autologous fat). Hyaluronic acid fillers are the most frequently used for soft tissue augmentation.It is important for the aesthetic practitioner to understand the unique physicochemical and rheological properties of the available dermal fillers to achieve optimal cosmetic outcomes. Additionally, the aesthetic practitioner should be well educated on any potential adverse effects and complications associated with soft tissue filler injection, so that they can be prevented or treated appropriately should they arise.Pre-procedural patient assessment including a discussion of appropriate expectations and potential adverse events is critical prior to treatment with dermal fillers.Newer hyaluronic acid products have been developed recently, specifically, a collection of fillers uniquely designed to be more flexible and to more closely resemble naturally occurring hyaluronic acid, indicated for dynamic wrinkles and folds with less reactivity.Research is ongoing to develop filler products that address the shortcomings of the earlier products while incorporating and expanding on their advantages. Additional hyaluronic acid products, combination hyaluronic acid-calcium hydroxylapatite products, and a number of novel filler products are currently in development.To keep astride with the rapidly changing cosmetic dermatology arena, it behooves the aesthetic practitioner to be aware of the current availability, application, and future potential of dermal fillers.