Objectives: Explore whether better and safer outcomes are achieved by choosing the "correct" injecting tool
Introduction: There is much debate between experienced injectors regarding the correct choice of injecting tools.
Questions arise such as:
Is a cannula superior to a needle?
What size syringe should be used?
Is an automated-powered injecting device superior to manual delivered injecting?
What gauge of cannula or needle is optimal?
Materials / method: The concept of a "correct" injecting tool is explored through personal experience, the published literature and photographic/video examples.
Results: In many circumstances the "correct" injecting toll is predicated on 3 important factors.
The injector's sound appreciation of:
aesthetics, anatomy and filler rheology.
Conclusion: The correct tool is in fact the one where these 3 factors can best be achieved in the repertoire of the injector's knowledge and experience.
Disclosures
Did you receive any funding to support your research for this TOPIC?
No
Were you provided with any honoraria, payment or other compensation for your work on this study?
No
Do you have any financial relationship with any entity which may closely compete with the medications, materials or instruments covered by your study?
No
Do you own or have you applied for any patents in conjunction with the instruments, medications or materials discussed in your study?
No
This work was not supported by any direct or non direct funding. It is under the author's own responsability