jklongmd.com

Restylane Overview

January 11, 2009 @ 11:58 PM — by unknown
Tagged with:

Restylane® is an injectable anti-aging treatment. Restylane® is made from a clear gel that closely mimics the hyaluronic acid found naturally in the body. As a dermal filler, hyaluronic acid lubricates and plumps up tissues, decreasing wrinkles and concave areas to produce a more youthful appearance.

Restylane® Uses and Results

Since its FDA approval in 2002, Restylane® has been used to diminish wrinkles in 1.4 million people in America. Its popularity stems from the procedure's short duration, relatively low cost, and minimal recovery phase. Restylane® is best-known for its use in minimizing nasolabial folds - the lines that run from the corners of the nose and down either side of the patient's mouth. It is also used to plump up the backs of patients' hands that have become sunken due to age. Additionally, Restylane® can be used to augment the lips and contour the face. Its effects last for about six months to a year, at which point a follow-up treatment becomes necessary to maintain results. Unlike those who undergo invasive cosmetic surgery, Restylane® patients are ready to get back to work and normal activities immediately. Since the hyaluronic acid used in Restylane® isn't derived from animals, allergic reactions are rare. More common side effects are the same ones you could expect from any injection: temporary swelling, itching, redness, and a low grade fever.

Restylane® Procedure

During a Restylane® treatment, the doctor applies anesthetic cream to the patient's face. Then Restylane® is injected into the necessary areas. The whole procedure takes about half an hour. Results are instantaneous, and most people who receive Restylane® injections report only mild discomfort during the procedure. It's important to note that Restylane® is not a permanent procedure. It is, however, a popular alternative to face lift surgery, eyelid surgery, and other invasive facial rejuvenation procedures. If you're thinking of having an anti-aging treatment, ask your doctor about Restylane® and what it can do for you.

Public comments are closed.