Restylane is non-animal-based filler that virtually eliminates any risk of animal-based disease transmission or allergic reactions. Restylane is safe and is considered natural cosmetic dermal filler. Restylane works by restoring volume that results in a fullness to the skin. Restylane is made of hyaluronic acid, a substance that exists in your body. Aside from the minimal risks, this filler lasts longer than any other. We have seen patients with positive results six months or longer.

Restylane is used to restore volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds. Restylane is the first and only dermal filler made of crystal-clear gel called "NASHA^TM", or non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid.

Restylane is a treatment that may be performed to assist in easing wrinkles, facial lines and facial sagging. Restylane may be the brand name for a "specific formulation" of a non-animal source of hyaluronic acid, which, until recently, may have been most commonly used for lip augmentation. However, it may now be approved for cosmetic injections into sub dermal facial tissues. It may take about three days to recover from these injections, and there may be some side effects, such as bruising and swelling. The effects achieved with Restylane are said to last about 6 months or more.

LONG LASTING RESULTS WITH RESTYLANE

Restylane has been used safely and effectively since 1996. Millions of Restylane treatments have been administered to both women and men. Restylane is proven to deliver long-lasting results. Patients generally see nice corrective results to up to six months.

Restylane works in two ways: Upon injection, into the mid to deep dermis, the NASHA^TM gel adds volume and fullness to smooth facial wrinkles and folds. Restylane integrates into dermal tissue, then attracts and binds to water molecules to help maintain volume.

Technique

Restylane is injected directly into the skin in tiny amounts by an ultrafine needle, resulting in minimal discomfort. The procedure is simple and convenient and results are practically instantaneous. To optimize your comfort during the short procedure. You can have this procedure done on your lunch hour.

Recovery time

After your treatment, you might have some redness or swelling. This will normally last less than seven days. sunbathing and cold outdoor activities should be avoided until any redness or swelling disappear. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or under 18, you shouldn't use Restylane.

Frequently asked questions?

Is Restylane safe?

Yes. Restylane has been used safely by dermatologists and plastic surgeons since 1996 worldwide. Because Restylane is non-animal-based and fully biocompatible, allergy testing is not required. The most commonly reported side effects were temporary redness and swelling at the injection site. These effects typically resolve within two to three days

Where, on the face, can Restylane be used?

Restylane has been used to correct a variety of wrinkles and folds such as nasolabial folds and jowls. Restylane can be used in the following areas:

• fill out the borders of the lips
• fill out the marionette lines and folds (folds that turn down the corners of the mouth). 
• plump up facial depressions and larger skin imperfections
• plump up nasolabial folds (folds from corner of nose to the mouth)
• plump up jowls (folds from corner of nose to chin)

What should patients do prior to treatment?

Restylane requires no pre-testing, but patients should take a few precautions before being treated. Patients should avoid using Aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, or high doses of vitamin E supplements prior to treatment, because these may increase bruising or bleeding at the injection site. Also, if patients have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that the needles punctures could contribute to another recurrence. You may consider prescribing a medication to minimize recurrence.

What is hyaluronic acid?

Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in all living organisms. In humans, it is used to provide volume and fullness to the skin. The type of hyaluronic acid in Restylane is called NASHA^TM.

What is NASHA^TM?

NASHA^TMis a patented, non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid in clear gel form which is biosynthetically produced. NASHA^TMis the first stable, biodegradable, non-animal form of hyaluronic acid.

How is Restylane different from other hyaluronic acid-based products?

Unlike other hyaluronic acid-based products, such as those made from rooster combs, only Restylane is non-animal based. This quality virtually eliminates any risk of animal-based disease transmission or allergic reaction.

Benefits

• no skin testing is necessary
• documented results that last 6 months or longer
• excellent safety profile
• high degree of patient satisfaction
• over a million treatments worldwide
• a simple, convenient procedure