Juvederm & Restylane

As we age, our skin changes. Over time, the natural volume of youthful skin begins to diminish as wrinkles and folds form. But, with Dernal Fillers such as Juvéderm™ and Restylane, both injectable gels, you don't have to just sit back and let it happen! The smooth consistency of these gels helps to instantly restore your skin's volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your "smile lines" or “parentheses” (nasolabial folds—the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth).

Juvéderm™ is a smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. Your healthcare professional eases Juvéderm™ injectable gel under the skin to provide a smooth, natural look and feel—so everyone will notice (but no one will know)! In fact, studies show superior results of Juvéderm™ compared to a collagen-based dermal filler.* And, almost 90% of all study volunteers who were treated with both Juvéderm™ injectable gel and another dermal filler* preferred Juvéderm™! In addition, Juvéderm™ injectable gel is the first FDA-approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler that is proven to be safe and effective for persons of color.

What areas respond best to Dermal Fillers?

• Naso-labial folds
• Peri-oral lines
• Lip enhancement
• Depressed scars
• Oral commissures

What are the treatments like?
Dermal Filler treatments are performed in our office and take about 1 hour. The product is pre-loaded in syringes for use in treating and correcting your facial lines and other soft tissue defects. First we apply a little local anesthetic. Then the Juvederm or Restylane is injected into the wrinkle, through a tiny needle, just under your skin. Your results are immediate and long lasting.

How long will the results last?
Depending on the area treated, most of your correction may last for several months or years. Some touch-up treatments may be necessary.
What our patients like the most about Dermal Fillers is that they don't have to come back every three months and they still look great! If you want to get rid of your wrinkles with a safe, natural solution, Restylane or Juvederm may be for you.

What is Restylane?
Restylane is a natural product that can help you meet your goals without fear of an allergic reaction. This synthetic, bio- degradable hyaluronic acid that forms both Restylane (and Perlane) has been used in Europe for years.

How does Restylane work?
Restylane (and Perlane) contain hyaluronic acid in the form of a crystal-clear gel. They are injected into the skin to lift the lip, wrinkle or fold. Once in your skin, they create volume, resulting in a healthy and vital appearance. When injected into the lip they can restore a more natural and/or sensuous look. In contrast to other biodegradable implants, Restylane and Perlane are not extracted from animals. This means no risk of allergic reaction. Therefore, they are perfectly safe to use instantly without pre-testing.

What areas respond the best to restylane treatment?
Fine lines on the upper and lower lip that are not severe enough to require laser resurfacing smooth and fill nicely with Restylane Fine Lines. Deeper wrinkles and folds in the cheek areas (nasolabial, melolabial and drool lines at the corners of the mouth) respond well using Restylane Plain or Perlane. Lip enhancement created by Perlane lasts up to twice the longevity of standard collagen implant treatments.

Is Restylane safe?
Yes. Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the body and therefore it also dissolves naturally with time and is integrated into your body's tissues. The synthetic, biodegradable hyaluronic acid known as Restylane Fine Lines, Restylane or Perlane has been used in Europe and Canada for many years. All these products have the same 20 mg/cc strength of hyaluronic acid; they just vary in gel particle size. This variability makes for tailoring of injections according to the depth of the wrinkles and desired lip enhancement.

What are Restylane treatments like?
The treatment is performed by injecting Restylane or Perlane under your skin. Since no pre-test is needed, the whole procedure takes less than 30 minutes. Pain relief is usually not needed, but many patients like the added comfort provided when we apply an anesthetic cream about an hour before the injections. Lip enhancement is preceded by an anesthetic block for upper and lower lips so the treatment is painless.

How long does Restylane last?
Depending on the area treated, most folds and wrinkles require 2 treatments at 4-6 weeks apart. The repeat maintenance treatment is not usually required for approximately 8 months. By experience, these products last almost twice as long as regular collagen injections.

The great thing about Restylane and Perlane is that you can replenish your natural beauty whenever you feel the need. Unlike permanent implants, Restylane and Perlane always leave you a choice when the effect of the treatment has worn off. A touch-up can be performed any time you like after the previous treatment.

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