Restylane® AT DERMACARE MEDICAL AESTHETICS
As you age, the collagen content and natural hyaluronic acid in your skin begin to drop, making you lose volume in areas that used to look plump. This could lead to symptoms such as gaunt cheeks, thin lips, wrinkles, and more. Medical advancements have made it easy for you to turn back the clock on your youthfulness by addressing your anti-aging concerns.
Restylane® is one of these treatments, as it temporarily gives you the boost you seek without surgical involvement. At Dermacare Medical Aesthetics, anyone wishing to contour their features and rejuvenate their face can opt for Restylane® treatments. Our professionals are here to help!
Candidates for Restylane®
Good candidates for Restylane® are patients with different degrees of facial wrinkles, from medium to severe, along with volume loss. Most people who get this treatment are concerned with hollow cheeks or laugh lines, which appear due to aging. The treatment can also be used to restore volume to thinning lips; that said, it can also be used to add volume to naturally thin lips.
Most patients opting for the Restylane® treatment are past the age of 30, but anyone over the age of 21 can get this treatment. It depends on the area where you want to inject the product and whether the reason is for age-related concerns or mere enhancement. The treatment is well-tolerated as long as you don’t have any known allergies to the product.
For example, Restylane® should not be used by people with allergies to lidocaine, certain microorganisms known as gram-positive bacteria, and by people with previous bad allergies to drugs who have required in-hospital treatment. Restylane® should not be used by people with bleeding disorders, who are or may become pregnant, are breastfeeding, or are under 21 years old. Injections should not be made anywhere except the skin or just under the skin.
Ideal candidates are non-smokers, as the habit can slow down the healing process. If you are a smoker, it is recommended that you quit (at least temporarily) so that it doesn’t affect the results of the treatment. The overall procedure is recommended for those who want a non-surgical way to address volume loss. A consultation usually determines whether or not the treatment is suitable based on your goals and expectations.
How Restylane® Works
Restylane® is used to add volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. This can include the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth, the area just below the nose and above the upper lip, and the area that extends downward from the corners of the mouth to the jawline.
This is possible because the Restylane® formula is based on hyaluronic acid, which is a substance that occurs naturally in your body. The injectable is meant to act like your body’s natural production, and the gel-like formula lifts the hollowed-out area and offers more volume. When injected into the dermis’s middle layer, the gel joins to the dermal tissue, filling out the empty cavities in the skin.
Once administered, the hyaluronic acid particles will attract and attach themselves to water molecules, growing several times their size while improving hydration in the area. The presence of hyaluronic acid also promotes collagen production by stimulating fibroblast activity, rejuvenating your features even after the body has eliminated the filler.
Restylane® treatments are quick, generally lasting less than 30 minutes in the office, depending on how many areas you want to have treated. Most patients enjoy it as a lunchtime procedure, as the effects are quick without taking too much time off their hands.
Restylane® Recovery
Restylane® is a minimally invasive treatment, meaning there is little potential for downtime. That said, since it still involves the use of a needle, you can experience a series of side effects at the injection site. After your treatment, you may have some swelling, redness, pain, bruising, and tenderness, which usually disappears once the HA formula has settled.
You should not feel much pain during the treatment, as the injection features lidocaine in its formula, which keeps the discomfort at a minimum. You may be recommended a series of OTC medications to diminish the swelling – this is not usually needed for more than a day or two. You can also use ice packs to keep the swelling controlled.
It is recommended not to touch your face for at least 24 to 48 hours after the injection, as this could lead to infection or cause the filler to migrate. Cosmetics should also be avoided unless it’s a gentle application of a soothing cream. Make sure you cleanse your hands and face, using gentle motions, before applying skincare or sunblock.
Last but not least, you should avoid heat exposure, such as saunas, hot showers, and hot tubs, for at least 24 hours. Extreme heat can cause the HA to break down faster, but it could also worsen the swelling and bruising. Avoid extensive exercise for at least 48 hours as well, as the resulting sweat can irritate the skin and lead to inflammation.
Restylane® Results
The initial results of Restylane® can be seen right away, with the gel-like formula immediately filling the target area up. However, the side effects may conceal the procedure’s outcome, so you should wait one to two weeks to observe the results. By that time, the swelling should have subsided.
After two weeks, the HA has already integrated with your skin and has begun attracting water, which adds hydration and volume to the area. At this point, you can enjoy the full results without any recovery constraints.
Restylane® typically lasts six to nine months, depending on the area where you had it injected. Lip treatments usually have the shortest lifespan, with under-eye and cheek treatments lasting longer. Follow-up injections can last longer, as the body is accustomed to the formula to expel it slower.
To make the most of the results, you should make sure you stay hydrated, as the HA molecules need water to bind to. Staying out of excessive sunlight is recommended as well, as UV light can shorten the lifespan of the results. Wear sun protection to protect the skin, and schedule regular touch-ups to maintain the volume.
Get a Restylane® Treatment Today!
To learn more about Restylane® at Dermacare Medical Aesthetics, please call or text us at any of our four locations:
Rancho Bernardo (858) 943-2443 | Carlsbad (760) 472-5088 | San Juan Capistrano (949) 658-2080 | Encinitas (760) 487-2520
What Should I Tell My Healthcare Professional Before Having Restylane®?
Tell your healthcare professional if you have previously suffered from facial cold sores so they may prescribe a medication to minimize recurrence. If you have recently used aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, St. John’s wort, or high doses of vitamin E supplements, then you should also inform your healthcare professional. These agents may increase bruising and bleeding at the injection site.
Can I Reverse the Results of My Restylane® Treatment?
If you are not happy with the results of your Restylane® treatment, you can reverse the effect with minimal fuss. This can be done using hyaluronidase injections, an enzyme that can break the HA filler down. Just make sure you wait until the swelling goes down because this might distort the initial results and make you think the procedure went wrong.
How Many Syringes of the Restylane® Filler Will I Need?
This depends on the volume loss you experienced or the area you want to treat. For instance, if you want to give more volume to naturally thin lips, you’ll need around one syringe of filler. That said, if it’s the cheeks you’re treating, there’s a good chance you’ll need about three syringes total (1.5 syringes for each cheek).
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