Restylane® and Perlane

What is Restylane® and Perlane
Restylane® and Perlane are natural, cosmetic dermal fillers that restore volume and fullness to the skin to correct facial wrinkles and folds. Restylane and Perlane are made of natural hyaluronic acid which already exists in the human body.
See before and after pictures of Restylane® and Perlane procedures.

How does the treatment work?
Restylane® is injected in small amounts underneath the skin with a small needle to fill in creases, lines, wrinkles and folds. Perlane has larger gel particles and is intended to be injected deeper within the skin. To maximize comfort, an anesthetic topical cream or anesthetic block may be administered.

How many treatments are required?
Multiple treatments may be necessary to optimize results. Two to four weeks after the first treatment is administered, a touch-up treatment may be required to achieve the desired results. The treatment wears off after six to twelve months and may be repeated to continue the effect.

Are they safe?
Restylane® and Perlane are safe products because hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the body and therefore dissolves naturally in the body’s tissues.

Are there any possible side effects?
Possible side effects include swelling, redness, pain , tenderness and occasional bruising. Generally these side effects disappear within a couple of days. These potential side effects are non-threatening.

Will there be any downtime?
There is generally no downtime. The treatment session takes about thirty minutes to perform.

What is the advantage of Restylane® and Perlane over other treatments?
The advantage of Restylane® and Perlane over other treatments is that the crystal-clear gel is completely natural so it dissolves in the human body. It is also a non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid, which means that it causes less allergic reactions than animal-based treatments. No allergy testing is required before use.

What are the results?
Restylane and Perlane will replace lost volume, restore youthful contours to smooth away moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. The final result leaves facial features looking healthy, youthful and fuller.

What can be expected post-treatment?
On some occasions, there is slight redness or swelling. This temporary discomfort lasts two or three days. Your normal routine can be resumed immediately.

How soon will results appear?
Your results appear after any swelling diminishes.

How long does it last?
Restylane® and Perlane last six to twelve months. Factors such as age, skin type and daily activities can influence how long the results last.

What are the alternative treatments?
There is an assortment of other treatments including collagen creams, fat injections and chemical peels, but Restylane® and Perlane are an excellent choice because of their natural injectable formula.

Is additional treatment necessary?
Additional treatment is necessary to keep the look persistent. In six months, the hyaluronic acid will begin to fade, and new treatment can be injected to maintain the desired results.

Instructions for before treatment:
Before treatment, be sure to tell your doctor about any allergies you have to foods, medicines or environmental elements. Discuss any serious medical conditions and medications you are currently taking. Carefully follow any instructions given to you.

Instructions for after treatment:
Clients can resume normal activities immediately following treatment. Slight redness and swelling may occur. Ice packs can be applied to reduce swelling.