Russian experts’ recommendations on the practical use of the filler VYC-25L

Avtomonov V.Yu.; Gutop E.O.; Kalashnikova N.G.; Kapuler O.M.; Kruglik E.V.; Murakov S.V.; Pozdeeva E.V.; Razumovskaya E.A.; Sokolova E.V.; Terentyeva L.V.

doi:https://doi.org/10.17116/klinderma202120051120

Avtomonov V.Yu.

«Medea Esthetic» clinic

Gutop E.O.

Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia;
Clinic “Actual”

Kalashnikova N.G.

«Linline» Clinic Chain

ORCID: 0000-0001-5250-9288

Kapuler O.M.

Center of Cosmetology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

ORCID: 0000-0001-5714-5495

Kruglik E.V.

VIP-Clinic Moscow

Murakov S.V.

Academy of Postgraduate Education under Federal Scientific and Clinical Center of Federal Medical-Biological Agency of Russia

ORCID: 0000-0003-4330-2570

Pozdeeva E.V.

«Linline» Clinic Chain

ORCID: 0000-0002-5507-9751

Razumovskaya E.A.

«Renaissance» clinic

Sokolova E.V.

Clinic «Galaxy»

Terentyeva L.V.

Beauty Class Clinic

Russian experts’ recommendations on the practical use of the filler VYC-25L

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Avtomonov V.Yu., Gutop E.O., Kalashnikova N.G., Kapuler O.M., Kruglik E.V., Murakov S.V., Pozdeeva E.V., Razumovskaya E.A., Sokolova E.V., Terentyeva L.V.

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Journal: Russian Journal of Clinical Dermatology and Venereology. 2021;20(5): 120‑127

DOI: 10.17116/klinderma202120051120

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Avtomonov VYu, Gutop EO, Kalashnikova NG, et al. . Russian experts’ recommendations on the practical use of the filler VYC-25L. Russian Journal of Clinical Dermatology and Venereology. 2021;20(5):120‑127. (In Russ.)
https://doi.org/10.17116/klinderma202120051120

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Abstract:

Aesthetic treatments of the chin and jawline are becoming increasingly popular nowadays since special attention has been paid to the harmony of the lower face. One of the most used fillers in this facial area is VYC-25L. This filler has an extensive evidence base obtained during the non-clinical and clinical trials. After that many clinics around the world, including Russian ones, have started successful use of this product. However, despite the scientific evidence, aesthetic practitioners should be guided by approaches for the treatments with VYC-25L in different categories of patients. The presented article describes in detail the practical recommendations for aesthetic treatments with VYC-25L, considering the accumulated data of clinical trials and practical experience. These recommendations will be useful for cosmetologists and plastic surgeons for more effective and safe aesthetic treatments.

Keywords:

hyaluronic acid

fillers

aesthetic correction

lower third of the face

chin

facial contours

Authors:

Avtomonov V.Yu.

«Medea Esthetic» clinic

Gutop E.O.

Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia;
Clinic “Actual”

Kalashnikova N.G.

«Linline» Clinic Chain

ORCID: 0000-0001-5250-9288

Kapuler O.M.

Center of Cosmetology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

ORCID: 0000-0001-5714-5495

Kruglik E.V.

VIP-Clinic Moscow

Murakov S.V.

Academy of Postgraduate Education under Federal Scientific and Clinical Center of Federal Medical-Biological Agency of Russia

ORCID: 0000-0003-4330-2570

Pozdeeva E.V.

«Linline» Clinic Chain

ORCID: 0000-0002-5507-9751

Razumovskaya E.A.

«Renaissance» clinic

Sokolova E.V.

Clinic «Galaxy»

Terentyeva L.V.

Beauty Class Clinic

Received:

21.07.2021

Accepted:

12.09.2021

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