Muscle, mucosae, and skin anatomically compose the lips. Neoplasms, congenital malformations, or local trauma can cause lesions on the lips. The surgical reconstruction of lip defects may need flaps, grafts, or microsurgery. The following case report describes the ambulatory surgical correction of a lower lip complex scar, using local skin flaps, with satisfactory aesthetic and functional outcomes.

Keywords: Ambulatory Surgical Procedures; Surgery, Plastic; Face; Surgical Flaps

The first publications regarding aesthetic treatments with polydioxanone threads (PDO) date to 2015 and were preceded by the establishment of this polymer use for surgical sutures as a safe, less inflammatory option that brings superior final aesthetic-functional results. The present article describes a series of five patients that received PDO thread lifting for abdominal periumbilical laxity.

Keywords: Body contouring; Polydioxanone; Sutures; Esthetics; Cosmetic techniques; Dermatologic surgical procedures

INTRODUCTION: Acne is a prevalent chronic disease that can cause physical, emotional, and social effects. Isotretinoin and chemical peels are available as treatment, but their combination has historically been avoided due to reports of abnormal healing. Recent studies suggest that the combination with superficial or medium-depth peels is safe, but there are no studies considering the specific characteristics of the Brazilian population.
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of combining isotretinoin and chemical peels in the treatment of acne scars.
METHODS: A clinical trial was conducted with patients aged 15 to 25 years undergoing acne treatment with isotretinoin. The intervention group underwent three Jessner's peels during isotretinoin use, while the control group underwent the same peels after treatment with isotretinoin was completed. Outcomes were assessed using the QGSGS and IGA scales by two blinded evaluators.
RESULTS: Peels performed concomitantly with isotretinoin did not result in worse outcomes on the QGSGS and IGA scales compared to the control group.
CONCLUSION: The combination of isotretinoin and chemical peels proved to be safe, but further studies with larger samples are needed to establish recommendations.

Keywords: Acne Vulgaris; Isotretinoin; Chemexfoliation.