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Evaluation of a Novel Microfocused Ultrasound with Three‐Dimensional Digital Imaging for Facial Tightening: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Trial.
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Dermatology & Therapy . Jan2024, Vol. 14 Issue 1, p233-249. 17p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Background: The excellent efficacy is mitigated by the limited safety profile of microfocused ultrasound procedures. Objective: We sought to assess the safety and tightening efficacy of a novel microfocused ultrasound. Methods: The randomized middle and lower face and submental region of the participants were treated with the novel device using the following transducers: M4.5, D4.5, M3.0, and D3.0. Improvement in paired comparison of pretreatment and posttreatment photographs, three-dimensional (3D) volumetric assessments, skin thickness measured by B-ultrasonography, and skin photoaging parameters were evaluated. Adverse events and patient satisfaction were also recorded. Results: A total of 20 participants (20 female) were enrolled. Fourteen of 20 participants (70%) were judged to show clinically significant facial tightening during 3-month follow-up (P < 0.05). The mean volumetric change in the lower face, as quantitatively assessed after 3 months was −0.29 mL compared with +0.42 mL on the control side (P < 0.05). The VAS pain score was 3.00 ± 1.19 without any oral or intramuscular anesthesia. Conclusions: A small sample size, lack of clinical scales, and impersonalized treatment parameters. The novel microfocused ultrasound appears to be a safe and effective modality for lower-face tightening. Clinical Trial Registration Number: ChiCTR 2200064666. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 21938210
- Volume :
- 14
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Dermatology & Therapy
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 175409131
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s13555-023-01078-9