A new Hyaluronic Acid filler injection recently on the cosmetic medical market is marketed under the name ‘Captique’. As with other Hyaluronic acid injections Captique treats lines around the eyes, nose and lips.

Captique (like other Hyaluronic Acid filler injections) works by binding the body’s water to increase the support system just under the skin, stretching the dermis and giving the skin a plump, full look.

Captique uses NASHA (Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic acid) so it is not necessary to perform an allergy test prior to treatment. Captique comes in a gel form that is injected below or into the dermis depending on the desired effect.

The injection process will be almost identical to the other Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers. A thorough consultation and medical history will be taken by the medical provider and the area of injection will be determined. Patients will then be informed of any medications that could cause complications with the injection process. If there are concerns they will be advised to forgo use until procedure is completed.

The day of the procedure, the treatment area will be cleansed and all makeup removed. A topical anesthetic may be used prior to treatment to minimize any pain during the treatment. The physician or medical provider will then inject small amounts of Captique using an ultra fine needle.

Before the treatment is finished the patient should be informed of any short term affects including, erythema (redness), irritations, bumps (inflammation) at the injection site.

Results of Captique injections last anywhere from 6-12 months and depending on the area to be filled may require touch-ups to maintain best results. The following are contraindications to Captique:

Hypersensitivity to NASHA (see above) Hypertrophic scars Skin pigmentation problems or disorders Susceptibility to keloid scars Captique has not been tested on patients under the age of 18 or in pregnant or breast feeding women.