Integrating facial ultrasound into medical esthetics practice
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: BACKGROUND: The increasing prevalence of dermal filler procedures has highlighted the need for enhanced visualization techniques to optimize outcomes and reduce complications. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the impact of preprocedural ultrasound scanning on bruising outcomes in dermal filler treatments. METHODS: This prospective quality improvement study compared bruising outcomes between patients who received preprocedural ultrasound scanning (intervention group, n = 80) versus standard care (control group, n = 80) at a single center. The Bruising Visibility Scale was used to assess outcomes. Three experienced providers performed all procedures following standardized protocols, using a MindRay 16 MHz ultrasound device for the intervention group. RESULTS: = 29.928, P < .05). The intervention group demonstrated significantly higher rates of bruise-free outcomes (70% vs 28.8%, odds ratio = 5.77, 95% confidence interval: 2.98-11.18). LIMITATIONS: Single-center design and immediate postprocedure assessment timepoint. CONCLUSION: Preprocedural ultrasound scanning significantly reduces bruising in dermal filler procedures, suggesting improved vascular visualization may enhance procedural outcomes. These findings provide quantitative evidence supporting the integration of ultrasound guidance in esthetic practice.
Authors: Dawn Naylor, Peter Velthuis
Institution: Erasmus MC
Language: English
Subfield: Dermatology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $4,200
OpenAlex ID: W4410883128