Abstract
Background
Treating signs of aging requires skeletal restructuring, facial contour redefinition, and sagging skin treatment. Hence, HarmonyCa® was recently introduced in the market, combining hyaluronic acid and hydroxyapatite. However, there are no studies evaluating the physicochemical properties of this material.
Purpose
To analyze the morphology, rheology, and clinical applicability of HarmonyCa® over a 180-day follow-up.
Methods
A morphological analysis with scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) and rheology measurement with a rheometer. The clinical applicability analysis included a tissue ptosis patient who received the product and was reassessed 30 and 180 days after applying HarmonyCa®.
Results
SEM and EDS analyses showed two distinct morphologies related to hydroxyapatite and hyaluronic acid. The rheological measurements of HarmonyCa® showed G′ and G″ of 51.56 and 44.01 Pa, respectively. The tan δ value was 0.8503, and G* was 108.1 Pa. The clinical outcomes were satisfactory.
Conclusion
HarmonyCa® presents a good synergy between hyaluronic acid and hydroxyapatite. Also, the rheological analysis showed moderate viscosity for the product, with a clinical indication for subcutaneous application.
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Santos, P.L., Magdalena, A.G., Ficho, A.C. et al. Analysis of the Morphology, Rheology, and Clinical Applicability of a Hybrid Injectable with Hyaluronic Acid and Hydroxyapatite. Aesth Plast Surg (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-024-04173-0
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