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PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate) filler

A type of permanent filler that contains tiny plastic beads which remain in the body; the enzyme hyaluronidase has no effect on this substance. Even for a small firm lump that has not changed for years and does not hurt, have one examination; talk to your physician about firm lumps that are new or growing.

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