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  • ||||||||||  Review, Journal:  Spontaneous and induced degradation of dermal fillers: A review. (Pubmed Central) -  Dec 9, 2024   
    Semipermanent fillers are poly-(D), l-lactic acid and calcium hydroxylapatite...Intralesional laser treatment supports the removal of permanent filler material as an alternative to surgery. Besides biocompatibility and toxicity, filler materials should also be assessed for degradation to improve patient safety.
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Diamond Technique: A Triple Treatment for Neck and D (Pubmed Central) -  Dec 5, 2024   
    While the authors assert the technique's safety and efficacy, the need for controlled studies is crucial. Rigorous, long-term studies are warranted to validate its effectiveness and safety compared with the existing approaches.
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Treatment of Mid-Face Aging with Calcium Hydroxylapatite: Focus on Retaining Ligament Support. (Pubmed Central) -  Nov 18, 2024   
    While injectable hyaluronic acid implants have been used to improve ligament support, calcium hydroxylapatite has one of the highest viscoelasticities when compared with other dermal fillers and can induce collagen synthesis, which could provide long-term laxity correction. In this preliminary report of a case series, our goal was to describe the use of calcium hydroxylapatite in different dilutions and combinations for different aging profiles to treat the midface as an alternative for hyaluronic acid injections and to describe the ultrasonographic behavior in the long run.
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Consensus Agreements on Regenerative Aesthetics: A Focus on Regenerative Biostimulation With Calcium Hydroxylapatite. (Pubmed Central) -  Oct 31, 2024   
    Rather, the relative amounts, ratios, types, and organization are important to determine regenerative potential. Calcium hydroxylapatite is an example of an aesthetic injectable with evidence of regenerative capacity, as demonstrated by its ability to improve collagen type I/III ratios as well as induce the production of elastin and proteoglycans, which ultimately improve measures of skin quality.
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Calcium Hydroxyapatite as a Co-adjuvant Treatment Option in a Patient With Morphea: A Report of a Case With a One-Year Follow-Up. (Pubmed Central) -  Oct 21, 2024   
    Then, after reviewing the literature and consensus from the dermatologist, aesthetics physician, and alternative medicine expert, it was decided to use calcium hydroxylapatite-carboxymethylcellulose (Radiesse, Merz Pharmaceuticals GmbH, Frankfurt, Germany) in the affected area...Our initial approach demonstrates significant promise for regenerative biostimulation. Through collaboration, we have effectively integrated plastic surgery techniques, fillers, dermatologists, and alternative medicine perspectives to treat inflammatory diseases, providing a comprehensive and robust exploration of morphea treatment.
  • ||||||||||  Review, Journal:  Manufacturing Process of Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers. (Pubmed Central) -  Oct 16, 2024   
    Additionally, the review offers a comprehensive comparison of HA fillers with non-HA alternatives, including calcium hydroxylapatite, poly-l-lactic acid, and polymethyl methacrylate, highlighting the unique advantages and potential complications associated with each type. By presenting novel insights into the latest advancements and challenges in filler technology, this review aims to provide clinicians with a deeper understanding of filler properties, thereby guiding them in making informed decisions to optimize patient safety and aesthetic results.
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Calcium Hydroxylapatite in Regenerative Aesthetics: Mechanistic Insights and Mode of Action. (Pubmed Central) -  Oct 4, 2024   
    The key role of calcium ions as critical biocues in directing skin regeneration pathways is explored alongside an examination of the distinct physicochemical properties of CaHA-CMC. CaHA-CMC helps in tissue regeneration by providing calcium ions that act as key biological cues, promoting fibroblast activity and collagen production.
  • ||||||||||  Retrospective data, Journal:  HArmonyCa (Pubmed Central) -  Oct 3, 2024   
    Combination treatment with single-depth superficial MFU-V and diluted CaHA in a single session significantly improved lower facial skin quality, as assessed by both objective and subjective outcome measures. This study shows that one treatment with HArmonyCa
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Long-term duration and safety of Radiesse (+) for the treatment of jawline. (Pubmed Central) -  Sep 26, 2024   
    P=N/A
    This study confirms that Aphranel is an effective and safe treatment for correcting NLFs in Chinese subjects. CaHA-CMC(+) produced clinically meaningful and long-lasting improvements in jawline contour and was well tolerated in patients through 60?weeks.
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Intradermal Delivery of Calcium Hydroxylapatite With Fractionated Ablation. (Pubmed Central) -  Aug 20, 2024   
    The noninvasive imaging techniques RCM and MPM successfully captured the presence of CaHA microspheres mid-dermis during the healing phase. They also demonstrated new collagen production around the microspheres, highlighting the effectiveness of these imaging approaches in monitoring such treatment over time.
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Comparative Rheology of Hyaluronic Acid Fillers, Poly-l-lactic Acid, and Varying Dilutions of Calcium Hydroxylapatite. (Pubmed Central) -  Aug 16, 2024   
    The versatility of CaHA-CMC through dilution may offer a customizable approach for clinical applications, providing practitioners with the ability to fine-tune the properties of fillers to meet specific patient needs and treatment goals. This study lays the groundwork for the potential future use of filler dilutional rheomodulation in clinical practice, tailored to patient- and application-specific needs.
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Dual Functionalization of Hyaluronan Dermal Fillers with Vitamin B3: Efficient Combination of Bio-Stimulation Properties with Hydrogel System Resilience Enhancement. (Pubmed Central) -  Jun 26, 2024   
    Polyvalent ingredients such as calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) or vitamin B3 (niacinamide) are notably used as bio-stimulants to improve skin quality attributes at the administration site...Original results of high translational relevance were generated herein using robust and orthogonal experimental methodologies (hydrogel degradation, functional benchmarking) and study designs. Overall, the reported results confirmed the dual functionalization role of vitamin B3 in cross-linked HA dermal fillers, with a significant enhancement of hydrogel system stability attributes and the deployment of potent bio-stimulatory capacities.
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Dilutional rheology of Radiesse: Implications for regeneration and vascular safety. (Pubmed Central) -  May 18, 2024   
    In conclusion, this study highlights the significant impact of aqueous dilution on the rheological properties of CaHA-CMC and its carrier gel. The findings support the clinical application of tailored dilutions to achieve desired outcomes, providing versatility and safety for aesthetic applications.
  • ||||||||||  Review, Journal:  Fillers impacting follicles: the emerging complication of filler-induced alopecia. (Pubmed Central) -  Apr 14, 2024   
    Our study promotes awareness of filler-induced alopecia's rising incidence and offers practical insights and evidence-based recommendations for effective management. By equipping dermatologists with this knowledge, our aim is to improve patient outcomes and reduce adverse events in filler-based procedures.
  • ||||||||||  Clinical, Review, Journal:  Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA) and Aesthetic Outcomes: A Systematic Review of Controlled Clinical Trials. (Pubmed Central) -  Mar 28, 2024   
    Current evidence suggests that CaHA injections improve aesthetic results, including facial areas, such as nasolabial folds and jawline, and hands, with high levels of satisfaction. Considering the methodological limitations and heterogeneous comparisons groups, additional controlled clinical trials would contribute to a better understanding of the applications and advantages offered by CaHA.
  • ||||||||||  Trial completion, Trial completion date, Trial primary completion date, Biopsy:  Sculptra: Gene Expression Study Between Two Dermal Injectables Hydroxylapatite Semi-permanent Filler (clinicaltrials.gov) -  Mar 22, 2024   
    P=N/A,  N=21, Completed, 
    Considering the methodological limitations and heterogeneous comparisons groups, additional controlled clinical trials would contribute to a better understanding of the applications and advantages offered by CaHA. Active, not recruiting --> Completed | Trial completion date: Apr 2023 --> Nov 2023 | Trial primary completion date: Feb 2023 --> Jul 2023
  • ||||||||||  Review, Journal:  A systematic review of Radiesse (Pubmed Central) -  Feb 23, 2024   
    The application of hyperdilutions on the neck, feet, arms, thighs, abdomen, and other body parts has been proven to provide a skin-tightening effect. However, despite their wide use with a good safety profile in clinical practice, recent trends and guidelines of diluted and hyperdiluted CaHA/CMC have yet to be supported by randomized controlled trials.
  • ||||||||||  Review, Journal:  Cellulite: An Update on Pathogenesis and Management. (Pubmed Central) -  Nov 22, 2023   
    In this review, the authors summarize the proposed etiologic factors, grading scales, and treatment options. Further well-designed studies are essential to improve our knowledge of the condition and lead to improved treatment strategies.
  • ||||||||||  Trial completion:  Evaluation of the Effectiveness and Safety of Diluted RADIESSE (clinicaltrials.gov) -  Nov 18, 2023   
    P=N/A,  N=152, Completed, 
    Further well-designed studies are essential to improve our knowledge of the condition and lead to improved treatment strategies. Active, not recruiting --> Completed
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Fillers Around the Nose. (Pubmed Central) -  Nov 9, 2023   
    Active, not recruiting --> Completed It is absolutely essential to choose carefully appropriate material and procedure for patients to obtain optimum results.
  • ||||||||||  Review, Journal:  The Role of Calcium Hydroxylapatite (Radiesse) as a Regenerative Aesthetic Treatment: A Narrative Review. (Pubmed Central) -  Sep 18, 2023   
    When injected, Radiesse acts as a cell scaffold and clinically manifests as immediate restoration of depleted volume, improvements in skin quality and appearance, and regeneration of endogenous extracellular matrices. This narrative review contextualizes Radiesse as a regenerative aesthetic treatment, summarizes its unique use cases, reviews its rheological, material, and regenerative properties, and hypothesizes future combination treatments in the age of regenerative aesthetics.
  • ||||||||||  Trial completion:  Effects of Calcium Hydroxylapatite on Cellulite Dimples in the Buttocks (clinicaltrials.gov) -  Jul 17, 2023   
    P1,  N=25, Completed, 
    Our study supports the concept that these two "biostimulatory" fillers follow distinct pathways and should be considered individually with regard to mechanism of action. Active, not recruiting --> Completed
  • ||||||||||  Journal:  Laser-Assisted and Device-Assisted Filler Delivery: A Histologic Evaluation. (Pubmed Central) -  Jun 30, 2023   
    Among the devices and fillers studied, fractional CO2 laser and PLLA proved to be the most effective combination for laser/device-assisted filler delivery. Neither microneedling nor FRMN was effective as devices to enhance filler delivery.
  • ||||||||||  Review, Journal:  Using injectable fillers for chin and jawline rejuvenation. (Pubmed Central) -  Jun 29, 2023   
    This review covers the use of hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, poly-l-lactic acid, and polymethyl methacrylate in the jawline...While the advantages of injectable fillers include relatively affordable cost, minimal patient discomfort, and limited recovery times, taking measures to prevent short- and long-term complications is necessary for optimal results. Understanding the benefits and limitations of injectable fillers in the jawline can help providers appropriately counsel and treat patients.