COMPLICATIONS IN THE IRREGULAR USE OF POLYMETHYLMETHACRYLATE (PMMA) IN BODY HARMONIZATION

Autores

Nathaly Gabrielle Freire Alves Universidade Evangélica de Goiás - UniEVANGÉLICA https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3184-2014
Wiker Dante Fernandes Satake Universidade Evangélica de Goiás - UniEVANGÉLICA https://orcid.org/0009-0002-3114-7462
Kettelyn Victoria Souza Caldeira Universidade Evangélica de Goiás - UniEVANGÉLICA https://orcid.org/0009-0008-9999-3116
Mirelly Araújo Gonçalves dos Santos Universidade Evangélica de Goiás - UniEVANGÉLICA https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0178-8161
Thaís Kelly da Silva Almeida Universidade Evangélica de Goiás - UniEVANGÉLICA https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3612-5989
Poliana Lucena Nunes Universidade Evangélica de Goiás - UniEVANGÉLICA https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5792-1474

Introduction: Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) is used as a filler in aesthetic procedures, but its use

is related to severe complications and has become questionable due to its non-biodegradable properties.

Objective: To conduct a bibliographic study on the role of biomedical esthetes in PMMA applications,

highlighting their responsibilities and importance during body aesthetic procedures. Methodology: A

narrative literature search was carried out between January and March 2025, using the following

keywords: PMMA. Biomedical. Aesthetic procedures. The searches were carried out in the Google

Scholar database and the Regional Council of Biomedicine (CRBM 1 and 3) including scientific articles

published in Portuguese and English, which addressed the professional performance in the aesthetic

procedure. Results: The research showed total repudiation by the competent authorities of the

CRBM/CFBM regarding the application of polymethylmethacrylate. Such a procedure is closely linked

to cases of necrosis, chronic inflammation, and infections. Its non-biodegradable composition

corroborates these conditions, so there is no enzyme that can degrade this substance, perpetuating it in

the body. Conclusion: It is noted, therefore, that it is not a recognized, recommended or authorized

practice for biomedical professionals, since they are dedicated to reaffirming their commitment to the

safety, health and integrity of people. In short, the use of PMMA contradicts the CRBM guidelines, due

to its side effects that bring greater harm to patients.