Ep 125 Filler Rheology – The Characteristics & Properties of Fillers | Dr Hervé Raspaldo

Episode 125 hosts Dr Hervé Raspaldo (Facial plastic surgeon based in Geneva, Switzerland) Hervé specialises in surgical and non-surgical rejuvenation treatments of the face and neck and is especially known for his non-surgical rhinoplasty techniques. He is an international trainer and KOL for Vivacy, a French dermal filler company. We discuss the various types of fillers available on the market including the reversible as well as permanent types. We then explore filler rheology (the science of the physical properties of the materials) including cohesivity, elasticity, cross-linking and how these influence longevity and the patient experience.  Herevé shares which filler brand he currently uses in addition to his experience with using 3D photography, ultrasound and MRI to track results and assess complications. 00:00 Introduction 01:04 Meet Dr Hervé Raspaldo 05:59 Growth of Aesthetic Treatments During COVID   10:56 Early Adoption of Botox and Fillers in Europe   18:27 Understanding Filler Rheology and Gel Properties   26:25 Hyaluronic Acid Fillers and How They Work   33:29 Other Filler Types Including Calcium and Biostimulators   41:37 Risks of Permanent Fillers and Why They Were Abandoned   48:53 Fat Grafting and When It Is Used in the Face   52:09 Cross Linking, Longevity and Tissue Integration Explained   61:45 Choosing the Right Filler for Different Facial Areas   68:49 Longevity of Fillers and Why Results Vary Between Patients   76:38 Filler Migration Debate and Overfilling Risks   80:09 Safety Techniques Including Needles, Cannulas and Monitoring   86:34 Final Thoughts on Product Choice, Technique and Patient Safety ALL IA LINKS & CONTACT INFORMATION