Patient Selection

Soft tissue augmentation is suitable for all skin types (Fitzpatrick I–VI). Patients should be counseled about temporary augmentation to manage expectations and maximize satisfaction. Additionally, recommendations of temporary soft tissue augmentation in regard to aging changes and consideration of permanent augmentation for scars should be addressed [30]. Common contraindications of dermal-enhancing procedures are listed below. Persons on certain medications or having the following conditions may not be good candidates for dermal enhancement.