Facial Lipoatrophy is characterized by the loss of fat underneath the skin. Although Facial Lipoatrophy is normal in advanced age and sometimes in healthy, young individuals (example: marathon runners), most cases of moderate and severe Facial Lipoatrophy are associated with HIV treatment. Facial Lipoatrophy is not life-threatening, but it is one of the most stigmatizing and troubling complications of HIV treatment. Many studies have shown that Facial Lipoatrophy has tremendous effects on an affected person's self-confidence and quality of life.
Facial Lipoatrophy is a potential problem of about one million people in the United States who are HIV-positive. Facial Lipoatrophy can result in sunken cheeks, hollow eyes, and indentations. Although persons affected by facial lipoatrophy often have well-controlled HIV disease and are otherwise healthy, the effects of HIV facial lipoatrophy may suggest otherwise, resulting in stigmatization and psychological trauma. Radiesse® dermal filler is a safe, next generation dermal filler for correction of the signs of Facial Lipoatrophy that provides both immediate and effective results.
Although the causes are not completely clear, they may include:
* long-term HIV infection
* elevated lipid profiles
* damage to cell mitochondria
* long-term use of some antiretroviral medications
Facial Lipoatrophy can negatively affect a number of different areas of a person's life, including:
* self-confidence
* desire to participate in social activities
* sex drive
* emotional well-being
* willingness or ability to adhere to treatment
* commitment to staying on treatment
Facial Lipoatrophy can contribute to depression or a patient’s termination of treatment. RADIESSE dermal filler can correct the signs of HIV-Associated Facial Lipoatrophy and can provide both immediate and effective results.
On average, for mild case of Facial Lipoatrophy you will need 2-3 syringes, for moderate 3-4 syringes and for sever 5-6 syringes or more. It is best to schedule free initial evaluation to find out how many syringes you will need.*
* Results may vary
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