Aquamid ® (Polyacrylamide)

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.