Restylane
Restylane® and Perlane
Restylane® and Perlane are long-lasting cosmetic fillers that provides dramatic results for improving the appearance of facial lines, wrinkles and folds. This is a non-surgical solution to soften facial lines and wrinkles, restore volume and fullness to the skin, plump up lips, and fill in scars. The cosmetic results are visible immediately.
How Are Restylane® and Perlane Different From Collagen?
Restylane® and Perlane have been demonstrated in clinical trials to last much longer than the standard bovine collagen injection. The occurrence of an allergic reaction is extremely rare due to the product’s non-animal associated basis. Unlike injectable collagen filler that is made of bovine protein and can cause an allergic reaction in some patients, Restylane® and Perlane are natural substances, hyaluronic acid, which is a sugar molecule already present naturally in the human body. The hyaluronic acid is similar to that found throughout your body, which gives volume and fullness to the skin. It is both biodegradable and compatible with human hyaluronic acid. Because of this compatibility it is not necessary for you to be tested for skin sensitivity.
What Is The Difference Between Restylane® and Perlane?
Perlane and Restylane® can be used in combination with each other. For example, a deep fold can first be treated with Perlane, then Restylane can be used at a later date if you wish to correct residual lines in that area. Restylane® Fine Lines can be used for thin, superficial lines, for example around the eyes, around the mouth and on the forehead. Many people are looking for that slightly fuller shape for their chin, or perhaps a rounder more sensuous line along the cheeks or lips. Just a touch of additional volume can make an enormous difference to your appearance.
What Is The Treatment Like?
Restylane® or Perlane can be injected in small amounts under your skin to fill creases, lines, wrinkles or folds. It is also injected around the lip area to create volume, resulting in a more youthful appearance. A skin test is not necessary prior to treatment, so treatment can be performed at any time. In order to optimize your comfort, the treatment area may be anesthetized with a topical cream or anesthetic block.
What Can I Expect Following Treatment?
You can resume normal activities following treatment. The most commonly reported side effect has been redness and swelling at the injection site. These effects typically resolve within a few hours or, at most, a day or two.
How Long Do The Results Last?
Depending on many factors, such as your lifestyle, age and skin structure your results may last as long as six months to a year or more. When the effect of the treatment begins to diminish, you can replenish the area as needed.
The Plastic Surgery Center of Nashville Dermal Filler Policy
Thank You for choosing the Plastic Surgery Center of Nashville for your Dermal Filler needs. We appreciate your confidence. We will do our best to accomplish your cosmetic needs and accommodate your busy schedule.
Our dermal fillers are priced per syringe. This price includes your first treatment plus one additional treatment if any filler remains following the initial injection. There will be a $50 charge for additional injections with any remaining filler.
This policy becomes effective January 1, 2006.
Our patients are very important to us. We thank you for your business.
