Restylane ®
Immediate and Long-Lasting Restylane ® Wrinkle Correction
Restylane is an injectable filler which can improve the appearance of deep facial wrinkles, folds, lines, and acne scars, enhance the lips, and contour facial features like the lip and cheeks. Restylane is made of hyaluronic acid, a natural substance found in all species which is highly attracted to water and has the ability to bind to it. The results are very natural and long-lasting, with the effect remaining for six months or longer.
Dr. Joette Gracia-Trujillo performs all Restylane injection treatments in her office. Depending on the area being treated, the procedure can take as little as five minutes to as much as thirty minutes to complete. Call to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gracia-Trujillo to see whether Restylane is right for you!
Safety Information
After your treatment, you might have some redness or swelling. This will normally last less than seven days. Sunbathing and cold outdoors activities should be avoided until any redness or swelling disappear. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or under 18, you should not use Restylane.
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- What is Restylane ® ?
Restylane® is a safe and natural cosmetic dermal filler that restores volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds. - What is Restylane ® made of ?
Restylane ® is the first cosmetic dermal filler made of non-animal-based hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that already exists in the human body and is used to provide volume and fullness to the skin. - How is Restylane different than other hyaluronic acid-based products ?
Unlike rooster-derived hyaluronic acid-based products, Restylane is free from animal proteins. This quality limits any risk of animal-based disease transmission or allergic reaction. - Is Restylane safe ?
Yes. Restylane has been used by dermatologists and plastic surgeons since 1996 worldwide. There is limited risk of animal-based disease transmission or allergic reaction. Restylane® is fully biocompatible and allergy testing is not required. - Can Restylane be used anywhere on the face ?
Restylane has been used in more than 1.5 million treatments in over 60 countries to correct a variety of wrinkles. In the U.S. the FDA has approved Restylane® for wrinkles and folds like the ones from the nose to the corners of the mouth. Your doctor will consult with you prior to your injection regarding common treatment areas. - What is Restylane used for ?
Dr. Gracia-Trujillo uses Restylane for:- filling in nasolabial folds or smile lines
- filling in glabellar lines (frown lines or 11 lines) between the eyebrows
- filling in marionette lines at the corners of the mouth
- eliminating under eye dark circles by filling in the groove underneath the lower eyelid (Non Surgical Eye Lift)
- enhancing the lips
- Who is a good candidate for Restylane ?
Anyone who would like to address the above outlines aesthetic concerns and does not have an active infection at the site of injection. - How long does Restylane last ?
Restylane is proven to deliver long-lasting results. Studies have shown that Restylane effects generally last for about six months! Restylane stabilization technology helps maintain the cosmetic effect until the injected material is nearly gone. - How often should I have Restylane treatments done ?
Treatments are typically scheduled twice a year. Having a touch-up treatment before the product has fully dissipated may enhance the lasting effect. - What should patients do prior to treatment ?
Restylane requires no pretesting, 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. Also, if you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, discuss this with Dr. Gracia-Trujillo. She may consider prescribing a medication to minimize recurrence. - Do the injections hurt ?
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, your Dr. Gracia-Trujillo may anesthetize the treatment area. - How much do Restylane treatments cost ?
Restylane is a customized procedure based on your specific needs, so the cost will vary from patient to patient. In general, the cost of Restylane is comparable to the cost of similar procedures. Because Restylane is long lasting, it proves to be very economical over the long term. - Do treatment results differ ?
To get the best results, it's important to go to a doctor who is experienced in administering Restylane. You may want to consider choosing a doctor from the Restylane preferred physicians website. Members of the Network have medical practices that focus on facial aesthetics, as well as detailed knowledge of facial anatomy and experience injecting Restylane.