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Dermal Fillers
restylane®/perlane®, radiesse® and Juvederm™
Q&A about Restylane® and Perlane®
Q&A about Radiesse®
Q&A about Juvederm™
What are Restylane® and Perlane®?
The Restylane® family of products includes Restylane® and Perlane® Both are cosmetic dermal fillers that replace lost volume and restore youthful contours to the skin to smooth away moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from you nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds).
What is the difference between Restylane® and Perlane®?
The difference is in the gel particle size. Perlane® gel particles are larger and designed for deeper injection than Restylane®. Our P.A.-C will decide which product is right for you during your consultation.
How long will Restylane® and Perlane® last?
Both fillers are proven to deliver long-lasting results. Restylane®lasts about six months. Perlane®lasts at least six months, in a majority of patients. The products’ patented stabilization technology helps maintain the cosmetic effect for those time periods. Click here to see before and after pictures.
Are Restylane® and Perlane® FDA approved?
Yes. They are approved by the FDA for the treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, like the ones from your nose to the corners of our mouth.
What is the history of Restylane®?
Restylane® has been used in over 1.4 million treatments in the U.S. and is available in more than 70 countries. Restylane® is the number one selling dermal filler in the U.S. and worldwide. It is the most-studied cosmetic dermal filler in the world with dozens of publications in medical literature. Clinical studies showed no significant differences in the safety of Restylane® and Perlane®.
What should patients do prior to treatment?
Restylane® and Perlane® require no pre-testing, but you should take a few precautions before being treated. Avoid using aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, St. John’s Wort, or high doses of Vitamin E supplements prior to treatment, because these may increase bruising or bleeding at the injection site.
Is any of the material left in the skin after it has dissolved?
No. Over time Restylane® and Perlane® products are broken down and eliminated by the body-unlike permanent fillers.
Do the injections hurt?
Restylane® products are injected directly into the skin in small amounts by an ultrafine needle. As with all injections, some patients may experience discomfort.
What are Restylane® and Perlane® products made of?
Restylane® was the first cosmetic dermal filler made from hyaluronic acid that has been modified slightly to last longer than the body’s hyaluronic acid. In the human body natural hyaluronic acid provides volume and fullness to the skin.
How do Restylane® products differ from Botox®?
Botox® and Restylane® are used to correct wrinkles in different ways. Restylane® products are natural, cosmetic fillers injected into the skin, adding volume to smooth wrinkles such as the lines from you nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds). In contrast, Botox® relaxes the muscles that cause frown lines between your eye brows.
For more information please visit www.restylaneusa.com.
What is Radiesse?
Radiesse is a safe, FDA-approved dermal filler that restores a natural, long lasting, youthful look. This convenient treatment can restore facial volume as well as correct smile lines, Nasolabial Folds and wrinkles around the nose and mouth. Radiesse is made of unique calcium-based microspheres suspended in a natural gel that is injected into the skin through a simple, safe and minimally invasive procedure.
How does Radiesse work?
Radiesse works with your body, below the skin's surface. Tiny calcium-based microspheres form a "scaffold" to support and stimulate the growth of your own collagen. Over time, the calcium-based microspheres gradually break down and are safely and naturally absorbed by your body. Radiesse does more than just temporarily filll-in facial folds and wrinkles - it can restore facial volume for the youthful look you want.
How soon will I see results?
how long will the results last?
The results are immediate. Radiesse may last a year or more in many patients. Since results may vary, be sure to discuss your expectations when you come in for a consultation. Click here to see before and after pictures.
Is Radiesse safe?
Yes. Hundreds of thousands of patients have experienced Radiesse and more than 4,000 physicians worldwide have been trained to provide Radiesse treatments. Through years of clinical studies and independent research, Radiesse has proven to be safe and effective. With Radiesse, you get FDA-approved, safe, clinically tested reliability.
How is Radiesse treatment performed?
Radiesse is injected into the skin through as simple, safe, convenient procedure. Treatment has little to no downtime, with most patients returning to normal activities soon after treatment.
how many treatments will I need?
Many patients will achieve their desired result after just one visit. Because Radiesse is a long term cosmetic enhancement, and to ensure your satisfaction, we offer an optional follow-up visit, where a touch-up treatment may be recommended.
are there any side effects?
Normal, injection-related reactions, such as mild irritation, swelling, itching, bruising, or tenderness at the injection site may occur. These conditions typically resolve on their own.
Is Radiesse Permanent?
No. Treatment results are long-lasting, but not permanent. The calcium-based microspheres gradually break down and are safely and naturally absorbed by your body.
For more information please visit www.radiesse.com.
What is Juvederm™?
Juvederm™ injectable gel is a smooth gel filler your doctor eases under your skin to instantly smooth out those wrinkles or folds that look like parentheses along the side of your nose and mouth. Results aren’t just instant, they’re so smooth and natural everyone will notice but know one will know.
There are two types of Juvederm™ (Ultra and Plus). Our health care professional will tell you which Juvederm™ formulation is right for you. Juvederm™ Ultra is optimally formulated for versatility in contouring and volumizing wrinkles and folds. Juvederm™ Plus is a robust formulation for volumizing and correcting deeper wrinkles and folds.
Click here to see before and after pictures.
What makes Juvederm™ Different?
Juvederm™ injectable gel is produced through Hylacross™ technology creating a high degree of cross-linking and promoting duration for up to 6 months or longer. Hylacross™ technology results in a smooth consistency gel, which is a primary factor in the long-lasting, smooth, natural look and feel that is a hallmark of Juvederm™ wrinkle correction.
how many treatments will I need?
Many patients will achieve their desired result after just one visit. Because Radiesse is a long term cosmetic enhancement, and to ensure your satisfaction, we offer an optional follow-up visit, where a touch-up treatment may be recommended.
are there any side effects?
Normal, injection-related reactions, such as mild irritation, swelling, itching, bruising, or tenderness at the injection site may occur. These conditions typically resolve on their own.
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