Macrolane

Macrolane - The first body shaping treatment using hyaluronic acid. It is based on Q-Med's unique patented NASHA™ technology (Stabilized Non-Animal Hyaluronic Acid) which has been used in over 9 million treatments in over 70 coutries worldwide. Use of NASHA has been clinically proven and well documented in facial aesthetics for over 10 years.

Macrolane VRF (Volume Restoration Factor) is available in two different formulations. The product range includes - Macrolane VRF 20 and Macrolane VRF 30. Each is designed to be tailored to your individual treatment needs, with VRF 30 providing increased volume than VRF 20. Your physician will discuss your treatment needs with you on consultation.

Macrolane - the first body shaping treatment using hyaluronic acid.
Macrolane is injected deep into the subcutis under local anaesthetic. Macrolane VRF comes in two formulations that can be injected seperately or in combination to ensure full correction and smoothness of the skin surface. The formulation and volume of Macrolane used (either VRF 20 or VRF 30) will be dependant on the individual and treatment area. Your physician will advise you at your consultation the most appropriate treatment procedure.

Benefits
Market research has shown there to be a significant number of women who would like to adjust the shape of their body in a natural, non-permanent way that does not involve the use of implants or body fat in a major surgical procedure. Many women are also very hesitant about undergoing general anesthesia or being left with a scar. With Macrolane, the procedure is short and requires only local anaesthetic and minimal time away from work or after-work activities. The below table illustrates some of the advantages of Macrolane over more invasive cosmetic surgery.

Top 5 reasons to avoid cosmetic surgery
Risk of general anaesthesia
Scars
General risk with all surgery
Hospitalisation and post-op recovery
'unnatural' substances in the body

Advantages of treatment with Macrolane
Local anaesthesia
Less invasive
Non-surgical procedure
No hospital stay needed, short recovery
Macrolane gel contains hyaluronic acid which is a natural component of our skin and plays an important part in skin health

Source: TDA/Q-Med focus groups in Rio de Janeiro and Madrid, 2006

Treatment Indication

Macrolane VRF is CE approved for volume restoration and contouring of body surfaces. The most common areas for which Macrolane is currently being used to treat include;
- Post liposuction concavities
- Calves
- Buttocks
- Male Chest Shaping (Pecs)