Macrolane™ VRF became ready for commercialisation at the end of 2007. The Macrolane VRF may be used to gracefully fill out many different areas of the body quickly, simply and with minimum discomfort. It is based on Q-Med's patented technology, NASHA™, and gives immediate and long-lasting enhancement of relatively large body parts such as the breasts and the butocks.
Sales approval of Macrolane VRF (Volume Restoration Factor) is for the European market. The product is used both to give volume and/or to smooth out defects over the whole body. This is called body shaping. Together with methods for reducing the volume of body parts it is anticipated that this will be a valuable addition to today's treatment alternatives. The manufacturers recommend that Macrolane treatments are carried out by fully trained and certified Doctors.
Body shaping with Macrolane means that the breasts, bottom and other body parts can be filled out to give a result that is natural. Macrolane can be used for breast augmentation and shaping of the décolletage, amongst other things, but also as a supplement after plastic surgery procedures such as breast operations and liposuction. Compared to facial aesthetic treatments with Restylane® where relatively small volumes of NASHA are used much greater volumes are involved in an average treatment with Macrolane. Here the gel is thicker and is injected deeper into the skin giving much greater lift to the surrounding tissue. For breast shaping treatments Macrolane is placed behind the breast tissue and for other body indications deep into the skin tissue which will lift the tissue in a natural way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is it?
Macrolane is the first body shaping treatment available using Hyaluronic acid. It is based Q-Med's unique patented NASHA technology (Stabilized Non-Animal Hyaluronic Acid).
How Long Has It Been Used And Is It Safe?
It has been used in nearly 10 million treatments in over 70 countries worldwide. Use of NASHA has been clinically proven and well documented in facial aesthetics for over 12 years.
How Long Does The Effect Last?
Macrolane is intented to last for 12-18 months. Each individual treatment program will include a yearly top up as required to maintain optimum treatment results.
Is The Treatment Painful?
No, less so than filling a tooth some patients have said if performed by a skillful operator. The doctor will numb the area with a local anesthetic before injecting Macrolane.
How Long Does a Treatment Take?
General anaesthesia is not required and the procedure can be carried out in a clean environment similar to minor surgery, only taking between 30 and 90 minutes depending on the site and quantity of gel injected.
Is There Anyone Who Can NOT Have The Treatment?
This will be discussed during your consultation to establish if Macrolane provides you with a suitable alternative to surgery.
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;
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