HIV Facial Wasting Treatment Options
In the last several years, several new facial fillers have become available in the general cosmetic market and are being used off-label for HIV Facial Wasting Treatment.
The two products that are FDA approved for treatment of facial lipoatrophy in the United States are Radiesse® and Sculptra®.
Artefill® in my opinion, appears to be the best treatment option available for Facial Wasting.
Below is a Matrix Summary of other treatment options that are available for treatment of facial lipoatrophy.
Bellafill® (Artefill®)
Duration
5-10+ Years
Sessions
3-6
Cost
$10,000-$20,000, depending on Lipoatrophy Severity.
Radiesse®
Calcium Hydroxylapatite fillers contain small particles that act as a scaffold that your own collagen then grows on. Over time, the particles are slowly dissolved.
Immediate Results, lasts longer in some (up to 2 years). FDA Approved HIV Lipoatrophy. Available Patient Assistance (Limited)
Some patients need full treatment in less than a year.
Duration
12-24 Months Typical
Sessions
3-6
Cost
$3,000-$8,000, depending on Lipoatrophy Severity
Sculptra®
Duration
12-24 Months Typical
Sessions
3-6
Cost
$3,000-$10,000, depending on Lipoatrophy Severity
Hylaronic Acid-Based Fillers
Duration
6-12 Months Typical
Sessions
Ongoing
Cost
$3,000+