By Dr. Chen Chenkun, Director of Medical Profession at MuMake Clinic

 

In the field of plastic surgery, it is often necessary to use implants to achieve the desired aesthetic or reconstructive outcomes, such as in rhinoplasty or the removal of nasolabial folds. These implants can be classified as either synthetic or natural materials (derived from the human body).

 

Compared to synthetic materials like silicone, Carbylan, Goretex, or artificial bones, natural materials sourced from one's own body (autologous) or from others (MegaDerm/MegaFill), such as ribs, cartilage, or fascia, have the advantages of being safer, more natural, and less prone to inflammation.

 

Among these, MegaDerm/MegaFill, which is similar to human collagen, undergoes biological processing to eliminate rejection issues and is legally permissible for use in aesthetic procedures in Taiwan. It is commonly used in procedures such as rhinoplasty, tear trough correction, and nasolabial fold augmentation.

 

Sheet MegaDerm/MegaFill can be shaped according to the patient's requirements. After implantation, it is partially absorbed but remains adhered to the patient's own tissues in the long term, providing a stable outcome. Although the recovery period may be longer, the procedure offers both safety and natural results, while avoiding the need for incisions and the associated pain of harvesting dermis from one's own body.

 

Post-implantation, both histologically and clinically, stable outcomes are observed.
 

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    Sheet MegaDerm/MegaFill can be shaped according to the patient's requirements. After implantation, a portion of it will be absorbed, but the remaining portion will adhere to the patient's own tissues in the long term, achieving a stable outcome. Therefore, although the recovery period may be slightly longer, it offers both safety and natural effects, while also avoiding the need for incisions and the associated pain of harvesting dermis from one's own body.

     

    Post-implantation, both histologically and clinically, stable outcomes are observed.

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    Stable results observed in histology.

    Stable results observed clinically.

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    Application of MegaDerm/MegaFill in Pretarsal Silkworm surgery.

    Application of MegaDerm/MegaFill in Pretarsal Silkworm surgery.

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    MegaDerm/MegaFills can correct the contracted nasal root to a natural and plump appearance in revision rhinoplasty.

    MegaDerm/MegaFill, in conjunction with structural rhinoplasty, can correct a hooked nose.

    MegaDerm/MegaFill can be used to correct a contracted nose, achieving a beautiful and perfect curvature.

    MegaDerm/MegaFill combined with intraoral fat grafting can achieve rejuvenation effects.

    Nose augmentation combined with nasal base surgery can increase the three-dimensional height of the nasal tip.

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    Stable results of MegaDerm/MegaFill in nasolabial fold fillers/nasal base surgery.

    MegaDerm/MegaFill combined with intraoral fat grafting to achieve rejuvenation effects.

    Nose augmentation combined with nasal base surgery can increase the three-dimensional height of the nasal tip.

In addition, MegaDerm/MegaFill now comes in a powdered form, similar to hyaluronic acid or collagen used in facial injections for cosmetic procedures. Once combined with the skin, it can achieve longer-lasting effects.

 


Powdered MegaDerm/MegaFill is often used in various areas of the face, most commonly in areas such as nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and the chin.
 

 

According to reports from abroad, after three injections spaced three months apart, longer-lasting improvement in wrinkles can be achieved clinically.



Therefore, with the advancement of material technology, we have more choices that are safer, more natural, and closer to the human body, allowing us to experience the stability of "natural is better." This "MegaDerm/MegaFill" represents a new chapter.

However, whether it is suitable for use and potential risks should still be consulted with your specialized plastic surgeon!

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