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As Restylane is the market leader the following information focuses on this product in an attempt to best explain some of the issues and decisions that needs to be considered when contemplating dermal/skin fillers.
Where can Restylane be used?
Restylane is typically used to improve the skin's contour and reduce depressions caused by scars, wrinkles or lines. namely:
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Nasolabial lines that run from side of nose to edge of mouth.
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Lines around mouth, especially smoker's lines above lips .
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Lip enhancement and defining the lip’s edges , without causing a “pout”
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At the mouth corners that make your mouth look tired ..
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Forehead lines
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How it Works
Your skin consists of an upper and lower layers and in between them are supporting our naturally created Hyaluronic Acid (HA) gel. Dermal/Skin fillers consist of man made HA that behaves like the naturally produced HA. Over the years, the amount of naturally produced HA is depleted as we grow older. By injecting the dermal filler into the target area we can replenish the HA reserves creating a more youthful and or enhanced appearance.
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How long does it take for the treatments to work?
Results can be seen immediately.
How long does the treatment last for?
For facial smoothening the dermal fillers are gradually broken down after 9-12 months. Lip enhancements last for 6-12 months depending on the individual and the number of previous treatments undertaken.
How often will I need to top up?
Most patients who choose to have top ups do so at the time when they feel the effect starting to wear off i.e. anytime between 6 and 12 months.
Are there any side effects?
Yes. After the injections there is the possibility of temporary redness, swelling, tenderness, itching, discoloration of skin around the injected area. This could last for 1-2 days after the injections and occasionally 1-2 further days for injections into the lips.
Who are unsuitable for Dermal fillers?
Pregnant , expecting mothers and breast feeding patients are unsuitable for treatment .
What happens if I do not have a top up?
Correction of the wrinkles and the enhanced lip effect will subside gradually until your skin looks like it did before the treatment. |
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