Ácido hialurônico na odontologia: Revisão de literatura

Abstract

The aim of this study was to conduct a literature review on the use of hyaluronic acid (HA) in dentistry, where we approach the use of this material for aesthetic and functional purposes. HA is a glycosaminoglycan polysaccharide, present in the connective tissue of humans, which decreases over the years, contributing to the formation of wrinkles and decreased skin elasticity. Because it contains viscoelastic and hydrophilic properties in dentistry, it is used in some cases of orofacial rehabilitation and joint temporomandibular disorder (TMD), in addition to aesthetic application as facial fillers. Complications resulting from the use of HA are infrequent, but they can occur due to allergic reactions, lack of professional skills and pre-existing pathologies. In short, we can conclude that the application of HA has good results, both in aesthetics and filler, as it has an expected duration, with few side effects and good adaptation to facial contours, as well as for functional purposes in the case of TMD, for having a low-invasive approach, of low cost and with good results in the short and medium term.