A practical guide to selecting facial fillers
Khalifa AlGhanim, R. Geoff Richards, S Cohen
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Dermal fillers have created a multi-billion-dollar industry. They are the second most popular form of injectable, as they primarily address volume loss, augmentation, and provide immediate results. The most popular form includes hyaluronic acid-based fillers, however, alternatives exist. OBJECTIVE: To create clinical charts to help with filler selection, injection, and addressing common complications. METHODS: The current literature and expert opinions form our two senior authors were used to create a numerical and color-coded chart based on G-prime for filler selection, as well as an anatomical table with current recommendations and pearls. We have also included a safety table with current clinical recommendation to deal with common filler-related complications. CONCLUSION: Fillers are a safe and reliable method to achieve augmentation. Filler selection in various anatomical planes plays a significant role in achieving favorable results.