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January 2024 in “Egyptian Dental Journal /Egyptian Dental Journal” This study observed that injecting minimally cross-linked hyaluronic acid with PDO smooth threads in female patients with dry, cracked lips led to significant improvements in lip texture, elasticity, and reduced fissure depth, effects that lasted up to nine months with additional booster injections.
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January 2021 This chapter explains the mechanisms of facial aging and evaluates non-surgical treatments like thread lifts, platelet concentrates, high intensity focused ultrasound, and radio frequency for addressing aging signs, highlighting their potential for excellent patient outcomes.
January 2017 in “International journal of surgery and transplantation research” This study reviewed 647 facial enhancement surgeries using Covas-Lift, reporting reduced surgery time and fewer complications compared to traditional methods, with high patient satisfaction and minimal recovery issues observed.
July 2023 in “AESTHETIC OROFACIAL SCIENCE” This article reviews the use of polydioxanone (PDO) threads for facial rejuvenation and reports no new clinical findings, highlighting their safety and potential for natural, durable results.
March 2026 in “Cosmetics” This observational study found that endoscopic subcutaneous midface elevation with vertical SMAS plication safely and effectively rejuvenates the mid and lower face in patients under 45 with early facial soft-tissue ptosis, reporting no facial nerve injuries and minor complications like localized cicatricial alopecia and hematomas.