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Restylane
is a non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid based
dermal filler. It was FDA approved for the treatment
of wrinkles in December of 2003, but has been
widely used in Europe and other parts of the world
for many years.
Restylane is produced from streptococcus bacteria.
It is purified, sterilized, and then chemically
stabilized into a clear gel.
Restylane is used to replenish the dermal volume
loss that allows wrinkles to form. It is also
used to enhance lips and fill in acne scars. Because
it is minimally modified, Restylane has a low
incidence of hypersensitivity reactions and requires
no skin testing prior to treatment. The chemically
stabilized hyaluronic acid found in Restylane
can remain in the dermis up to one year. This
is significantly longer than the collagen based
dermal fillers.
The clear Restylane gel is injected using a fine
needle. It is injected into the dermis below the
wrinkle and lifts the wrinkle out to the desired
correction. Restylane is injected directly into
and around the lip for lip enhancements. Topical
or local anesthetic is used to anesthetize the
injection sites. Mild to moderate stinging and
burning is common during the injection, while
redness and swelling can last for hours or days
after the injection.
Once injected, Restylane integrates into the dermis
and binds water. The results are immediate. It
does nothing to hinder the normal metabolism and
movement of nutrients and oxygen. Over time, Restylane
is gradually reabsorbed without a trace. For this
reason, follow up treatments are needed to maintain
your results at 6 to 12 month intervals.
The amount of Restylane used during your treatment
depends on the desired correction.
Side effects include redness, swelling, and injection
site pain that may last for up to one week. Lip
swelling and discomfort can be significant and
asymmetry may be noted during the first one to
two weeks. Also, small bumps of Restylane may
be palpated at the site of injection. These bumps
are not usually visible, but can remain for several
weeks or months after injection before gradually
blending into the dermis. |
