Restylane®

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When you care enough to look your very best!™

There are several injectable preparations for correcting facial lines. Each of these has its uses and advantages. It is important that you have the choice of different injections to best fill your specific needs. All injections can be performed in the office and generally take only a few minutes to complete. As such they are suitable as "lunchtime" treatments. They are often combined with muscle relaxation injections for the best effect.

How do the injections work?
The dermal filler is injected into the skin to elevate depressions such as acne scars or lines associated with ageing. It is a simple, non-surgical procedure that can be completed within 15-30 minutes depending on your particular needs.

Can I return to work immediately?
Straight after treatment the skin over the treated area may look slightly raised and a little reddened. The area can be covered with oil-free make-up. The raised area will become flatter over the following 24 hours and normal color should return quickly. The amount of settling, and how long it takes, will vary from person to person.

Cheeks and Scars
The product used is suitable for minimizing facial lines, especially cheek folds, and scars. The exciting part of this treatment is the long-lasting effect, with results still present after 18 months.

Q. What is Restylane®?

A. Restylane® is a clear hyaluronic acid, non-animal derived gel, similar to that naturally occurring in our skin. When injected in tiny amounts through a very fine needle, Restylane® will provide volume and restore fullness. This result is instant and produces a natural benefit that is gentle and safe to the skin.

Q. How is Restylane® different from Botox®?

A. Restylane® is a natural cosmetic product that fills in wrinkles, furrows, and enhances lips. In contrast, Botox® is a drug that relaxes underlying muscles that produce frown lines, forehead wrinkles, crow’s feet, lip lines, chin dimpling, and neck banding. Many patients have been pleased after receiving treatment with both products.

Q. How is Restylane® different from collagen?

A. Restylane® is proven to deliver a longer-lasting effect than traditional bovine collagen. Bovine collagen is derived from animals, i.e. cow and requires an allergy test. Because Restylane® is non-animal-based, it can be administered without pretesting. Immediate treatment is therefore available. Another collagen product grown in human cell culture, Cosmoderm® and Cosmoplast®, are alternative fillers that also can be used immediately, as skin testing is not necessary.

Q. How long does Restylane® last?

A. Studies have shown that the average treatment results last six months or so. Evidence shows that having a touch up treatment before the product is fully dissipated will enhance the lasting effect.

Q. Is Restylane® safe?

A. Yes. Restylane® has been used safely by dermatologists since 1996 worldwide. Because Restylane® is genetically engineered non-animal- based and fully biocompatible product, allergy testing is not required. The most commonly reported side effects include temporary redness and swelling at the injection site that typically resolve with two to three days. Other less common side effects have also been reported and we will discuss these with you before treatment.

Q. Can Restylane® be used anywhere on the face?

A. Restylane® has been used in more than one million treatments in over 60 countries to correct a variety of wrinkles and to enhance the appearance and fullness of lips. In the U.S., it is currently indicated for mid to deep dermal implantation for the correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as smile lines, furrows, and marionette lines, and can refill and contour lips.

Q. What should patients do prior to treatment?

A. Restylane® requires no pretesting, but patients should take a few precautions before being treated. You should avoid using aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, St. John’s Wort, and high doses of Vitamin E, prior to treatment, because these may increase bruising and bleeding at the injection site.

Q. Do the injections hurt?

A. Restylane® is injected directly into the skin in tiny amounts by a fine needle, resulting in minimal discomfort. The procedure is simple and convenient, and results are practically instantaneous. To optimize your comfort during this short procedure, we may anesthetize the treatment area.

Perlane®

Perlane® is a more concentrated version of Restylane® that is used for correcting deeper acne scars and facial grooves and for restoring facial contours.

Patient results may vary. Each set of photos reflects the benefit realized by the person in that set of photos, and not necessarily the viewers final results.

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Juvederm™

Juvederm™ As we age, our skin changes. Over time, the natural volume of youthful skin begins to diminish as wrinkles and folds form. But, with Juvederm™ injectable gel, you dont have to just sit back and let it happen! Approved by the FDA, Juvederm™ injectable gel is a ?next-generation? dermal filler.

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