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What is It?
Restylane® is an injectable
gel made from hyaluronic
acid, a natural sugar that
enables skin to retain its
shape and volume. Hyaluronic
acid is a hydrophilic
substance, meaning it
attracts water. Once
injected into the skin, the
hyaluronic acid molecules in
Restylane bind to the body’s
natural stores of water,
gradually “plumping up” the
skin – and giving it a
smoother, more youthful
appearance
What Does it Treat?
Restylane is very effective
at improving the appearance
of wrinkles and creases
around the mouth and lips,
as well as those under and
around the eyes. It’s also
used to gives lips more
volume. The loss of lip
volume that occurs with
aging is a major concern for
many people, particularly
women. And some women are
simply born with thin lips.
The pouty, “bee-stung” look
made popular by such
celebrities as Angelina
Jolie and Jessica Simpson
has made lip injections one
of the most popular cosmetic
procedures today. Restylane
injections are FDA approved
and can help make lips look
fuller and more pronounced.
Restylane – Instant Boost
for Looking Great
Restylane is really great
for those who want an
instant boost, they leave
the office looking great.
For those with big upcoming
events such as weddings,
birthday parties, or
reunions, Restylane is a
good option that will leave
you looking good for months
after.
What is Treatment Like?
Depending on how large an
area of your skin you’re
having treated, Restylane
injections can take from a
few minutes to an hour. You
can have the procedure
during your lunch break and
return to work or other
routine activities
immediately afterward.
Pain and discomfort is
generally minimal and well
tolerated. A very fine
needle is used for the
injections. If you’re
concerned, however, you can
request a topical anesthetic
to numb the skin before the
injection. Most physicians
also give patients a local
anesthesia when using
Restylane to enhance and
sculpt the lips. Another
option available to those
concerned with discomfort
during and after the
procedure is Restylane-L, a
version which incorporates
lidocaine. Clinical studies
have shown up to 72% of
patients report
significantly less
discomfort when using this
formulation.
Possible Side Effects
The most common
post-treatment side effects
are redness and swelling,
but these are usually mild
and go away within a few
days.
No allergy testing is
typically necessary prior to
treatment. Restylane does
not contain any animal
proteins, so your body is
highly unlikely to have an
allergic reaction to it.
But, like other dermal
fillers, Restylane may
produce some post-treatment
side effects. Most are very
mild, and include swelling,
redness, and possible
bruising. They’re usually
gone within a few hours or a
few days.
How Long does it Last?
You’ll notice results
immediately, but the full
effects will become evident
within a few days, as the
hyaluronic acid binds with
more and more water and
plumps up the skin. The
results will last in the
lips anywhere from 3 to 6
months, and on other parts
of the face, such as under
the eyes, for 6 to 9 months.
Some people’s bodies absorb
the hyaluronic acid
faster—and that can be a
factor in causing the need
for more frequent
treatments. The durability
of the treatment can also
depend on how much muscle
movement there is in the
facial area being treated.
When used to correct a scar,
Restylane and other dermal
fillers tend to last longer
than when used around, say,
the mouth, where there is
much more movement.
How Much Does Restylane
Cost?
The price of Restylane can
be variable based on the
area being treated and how
many syringes will be
required. For pricing
information see our Cost and
Pricing guide. |
