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cymetra injections

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  cymetra injections guide
  indications and uses of cymetra cymetra can be used for smoothing deep wrinkles, marionette lines, nasolabial lines, lip enhancement, and for repairing acne scarring. Not for use around the eyes or at the glabella (between the brows).
  composition of cymetra Cymetra is a micronized (dry powder), injectable form of AlloDerm tissue that is processed from safe human cadaver tissue that has been donated to US tissue banks. The tissue is put through a process to make it safer, while retaining all the components your body needs to make it your own tissue. The powder is reconstituted by your doctor with Lidocaine.
  formulations available only one formulation available
  longevity of cymetra 3 to 9 months (average 5 to 6 months)
  cost of cymetra $600 to $1000 per 1.0cc
  allergy testing for cymetra no allergy testing is required
  anesthesia for cymetra cymetra is rehydrated with lidocaine, so additional anesthesia is usually not required. may use ice or local anesthesia for increased comfort.
  recovery after cymetra injections usually return to activities immediately. lip augmentation may cause swelling that lasts several days
 

FDA approved? (US)

Yes, FDA approved in 2000

  available in US? yes
  procedure time 30 to 60 minutes, depending on treatment areas
  contraindications of cymetra Use of Cymetra in patients exhibiting autoimmune connective tissue disease is not recommended. Cymetra should not be used in patients sensitized to specific antibiotics. (check with your doctor if you are sensitive to antibiotics)
  pros of cymetra no pre-treatment skin test, little to no downtime, long-lasting but not permanent, non-animal origin
  cons of cymetra results are temporary, higher cost compared to collagen based injectable fillers, unused filler cannot be saved for future use
  notes multiple treatments needed to build tissue and achieve desired level of correction; over correction by 30% allows for lidocaine absorption; no reported viral transmission in 8 years of use and more than 100,000 grafts.
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