Aquamid ® it´s a polyacrylamide gel used in patients who want to eliminate deep facial wrinkles, particularly those in the glabella (the space between the eyebrows and above the nose), nasolabial folds (around the nose and mouth), and to increase volume in the chin, malar (cheekbone) region, and lips.
Application
Using a very fine needle, Aquamid ® is injected directly into the wrinkles and creases.
Anesthesia used
Local anesthesia. Puncture pain is minimal.
Length of procedure
Depending on the number of areas to be treated, approximately 30 minutes.
Hospitalization
None. This procedure can be performed at the physician´s office.
Post-operative Care
No facial massages, creams or cleansing lotions should be used for the first 24 hours.
Post-application Treatment
None.
Main advantages
The effect of Aquamid ® is permanent. No pre-medical allergy tests are required.