What is it?
Restylane® is a dermal filler made from hyaluronic acid, a natural sugar which binds with water and gives our skin volume and a plump look. Restylane, once injected into the body, is able to maintain its volume and shape by using the body's moisture. Restylane is a hydrophilic substance, meaning that it attracts water. As Restylane is naturally absorbed by the body, each molecule of hyaluronic acid binds to more water, helping to increase the duration of the effects.
What does it treat?
Restylane is often injected to improve the appearances of lower face wrinkles and creases, as well as wrinkling under and around the eyes. It is also used to improve lip and mouth lines and increase lip fullness.
The loss of volume in the lips is a major concern for many women. The pouty, 'bee-stung' look made popular by celebrities such as Angelina Jolie and Jessica Simpson have made lip injections one of the most popular cosmetic procedures today. By injecting Restylane into the lips, lips can be made to look fuller and more pronounced.
Treatment
Restylane is injected into the skin in the area of the fine lines or wrinkles. This will improve the creases, lines or hollows on the skin's surface. Topical anesthetics may be applied to the area to be treated prior to injection. No allergy testing is typically necessary prior to treatment. Restylane does not contain any animal proteins which also limits the risk of animal disease transmission.
How long does it last?
Results from Restylane injections will be seen immediately as the volume of the gel helps to improve wrinkles and hollows. The results will last in the lips anywhere from 3 to 6 months, and on other parts of the face for 6 to 9 months. Also, as with any injectable certain risks of side effects are present which generally include swelling, possible bruising, and some mild redness for a few hours to a week.
Cost of Restylane
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Alternative injectables for treating wrinkles include: Artefill, Botox,Radiesse, Collagen, Sculptra, Juvederm, Fat Fillers, CosmoDerm & CosmoPlast and Perlane.
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