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PMMA Facial Fillers

Is PMMA the only type of permanent filler for facial lipoatrophy? If not, what are the others. Also, I am told there are many different "brands" of PMMA (e.g. ArteFill). Are there studies or anecdotal information about which is best?...
Gerald Pierone, M.D.

Response from Gerald Pierone, M.D.

AIDS Research and Treatment Center of the Treasure Coast
Hello, and thanks for posting.There are several permanent fillers that are available for treatment of facial lipoatrophy and these include PMMA, silicone, and Bioalcamid. In the United States, Artefill is the brand of PMMA that is FDA approved.... Read more »

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Dr. Pierone,I live in Pennsylvania and was wondering the best places to get PMMA? Is it still Dr.... Read more »

PMMA permanant fillers

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