FACIAL FILLERS IN AESTHETIC PRACTICE: PATIENT SATISFACTION AND OUTLINE OF COMMON ADVERSE EFFECTS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Anurag  Kumar; Mahboob  Alam; Kriti  Yati

doi:10.51168/sjhrafrica.v6i3.1642

Authors

Anurag Kumar 3rd Year PG Resident, Department of Dermatology, Narayan Medical College and Hospital, Gopal Narayan Singh University, Sasaram, Bihar, India
Mahboob Alam Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, Narayan Medical College and Hospital, Gopal Narayan Singh University, Sasaram, Bihar, India
Kriti Yati 2nd year PG Resident, Department of Anatomy, Narayan Medical College and Hospital, Gopal Narayan Singh University, Sasaram, Bihar, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51168/sjhrafrica.v6i3.1642

Keywords:

Dermal fillers, patient satisfaction, complications, aesthetic procedures, facial augmentation

Abstract

Background

Dermal fillers are a popular non-surgical option for facial enhancement, offering affordability and minimal recovery time. They are widely used for volume restoration and wrinkle correction. Patient satisfaction is key to evaluating treatment success and psychological well-being. This study aims to assess patient satisfaction levels following dermal filler procedures and to evaluate the prevalence of common complications associated with these treatments.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted at Narayan Medical College and Hospital, Sasaram, Bihar, India, from May 2023 to October 2024. A total of 100 medically eligible participants of both sexes aged 25 to 35 years were selected through convenience sampling, and data were collected using a structured questionnaire based on the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale and WHO Quality of Life Questionnaire. Hyaluronic acid is used in our study for facial augmentations. Patient satisfaction, procedural details, and adverse effects were assessed, with follow-ups scheduled quarterly during our study period.

Results

The lips (34.5%) were the most common injection site, with 1 cc of filler being the most frequently used volume (40%). Mild to moderate complications were common, while severe reactions like necrosis were rare (0.5%). Satisfaction correlated with filler volume, with higher volumes leading to greater satisfaction. Most participants (70%) were willing to repeat the procedure, and 72% would recommend it.

Conclusion

Dermal fillers provide high patient satisfaction with minimal complications. Higher filler volumes and lip/malar injections yielded better outcomes.

Recommendation

The Utilization of hyaluronic acid in the treatment of the infraorbital hollow is recommended to facilitate the application of hyaluronidase for material dissolution in the event of adverse reactions.

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