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<\/a><\/p>\nWhy the need for Cannulas in comsetic filler injections?<\/h3>\n
You might say that Juvederm, Restylane, Radiesse, Belotero, Perlane, Prevelle injections have been just fine with a plain needle. \u00a0But why increase the difficulty of the procedure? \u00a0The reason? \u00a0Less bruising? \u00a0Smoother results? \u00a0Safer? \u00a0Those are excellent reasons for having your injector \/ surgeon work harder.<\/p>\n
What are cosmetic fillers?<\/h3>\n
Fillers are like they sound – they fill spaces up to replace volume that we’ve lost as we’ve aged. \u00a0Familiar fillers are Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, and Radiesse. \u00a0There are many more brands of cosmetic injectible filler implants. \u00a0However these are some of the common ones used in my Modesto office: Surgical Artistry<\/a>. \u00a0Botox isn’t a filler – Botox relaxes muscles<\/a>. \u00a0Here’s a link to my page: Anatomy for Botox<\/a>. \u00a0Both fillers and Botox are used for facial rejuvenation.<\/p>\n The opening is on the side for extrusion of the filler such as Juvederm so that the tip can be made in a blunt fashion. \u00a0If the opening was at the tip, there would be sharp ends. \u00a0Thus the opening is on the side. \u00a0Is this good or bad? \u00a0It’s both. \u00a0It’s good because now the tip can be blunt. \u00a0It’s bad because we lose a bit of the precision which we were used to with the tip of a regular needle.<\/p>\n This is the key ingredient for safety<\/strong> and less bruising<\/strong>. \u00a0Because the tip is blunt, it won’t easily go through vital structures such as arteries, veins <\/a>and nerves. \u00a0It glides through fat. \u00a0In fact this blunt tip cannula idea is used in surgical\u00a0liposuction<\/strong>. \u00a0The safety is in the prevention of cutting vital structures. \u00a0The less bruising is because there’s less internal bleeding due to the cutting of blood vessels.<\/p>\n Yes, the difficulty is increased and it feels more like a complex procedure. \u00a0However, the risks diminish and many of the positive results increase – including patient satisfaction, smoother results, and less downtime. \u00a0I think this is worth the increased time and complexity – something surgeons think about all the time.<\/p>\n Needle vs blunt-tipped micro cannula. \u00a0Safety is the #1 reason I like cannulas.<\/p><\/div>\n For most injections where the fillers are introduced below the dermis of the skin. This is a plane where the cannula can glide. \u00a0Superficial lines – probably a difficult space for the cannula – I would most likely continue to use a needle in the superficial plane. \u00a0Examples of places for cannula use:<\/p>\n Patient safety. \u00a0When a blunt tipped cannula is used well by an experienced injector, there is much higher patient safety. \u00a0Using needles – one could puncture subcutaneous structures which would otherwise like to stay unpunctured.<\/p>\n Cannulas come in many different styles and lengths. \u00a0I currently use Magic Needle and Dermasculpt cannulas. \u00a0I haven’t had the chance to try other cannulas on the market. \u00a0I believe they would be excellent. \u00a0The Magic Needle cannuals are more flexible – perhaps a little bit too flexible for my current tastes. \u00a0I know my tastes will change with time – it has before – I remain flexible myself in my choices of cannulas. \u00a0As for favorite size\/length of cannulas. \u00a0I like the 27g 1.5 inch cannulas for most of my Juvederm injecting. \u00a0I use this cannula mostly for temples and cheek augmentation.<\/p>\n I think so. \u00a0For the sake of patient safety and smoother appearances. \u00a0Plus with the added benefits of shorter recovery period (less bruising, less swelling).<\/p>\n No. \u00a0There’s a role for each tool.<\/p>\n These are my thoughts (Calvin Lee). \u00a0No specific medical information here.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nWhy the opening on the side of a cannula?<\/h3>\n
Why the blunt tip on the cannula?<\/h3>\n
Cannulas increase the difficulty of the cosmetic filler procedure<\/h3>\n
<\/a>Where can cannulas be used?<\/h3>\n
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Why are cannulas more difficult?<\/h3>\n
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What’s the main reward for using a cannula?<\/h3>\n
What are other great benefits of using cannulas?<\/h3>\n
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What is my favorite cannula?<\/h3>\n
Do I think that cannulas are game changers in the world of injectable fillers?<\/h3>\n
Do I use cannulas instead of needles for everything<\/h3>\n
Disclaimer<\/h3>\n