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Douglas Mest

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Soft tissue augmentation using sculptra.

Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid) as of August 2004 has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as the first injectable facial volumizer in the treatment of lipoatrophy. Lipoatrophy is often seen in HIV-positive patients and is felt to be multifactorial. This article reviews European and U.S. clinical study data and summarize treatment technique for both on label and off-label use.

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Soft tissue augmentation using silicone: an historical review.

Silicone has a long and colorful history in cosmetic medicine. We are once again seeing a resurgence of its use as a soft tissue filler. This article is a review of the historical past of silicone use and its appropriate off-label uses today in cosmetic medicine.

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