| Q |
What
is Restylane made of? |
| A |
Restylane
is the first and only 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. The hyaluronic acid in Restylane is a
crystal-clear gel called NASHA, or Non-Animal
Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid. NASHA is biodegradable and
completely biocompatible with human hyaluronic acid |
| Q |
How
does Restylane work? |
| A |
As you
get older, your face loses it's shape. Restylane
simply restores that fullness and provides a smoother
contour to the face. |
| Q |
How
long does Restylane last? |
| A |
The
average treatment results last six months or even
longer. |
| Q |
What
should patients do prior to treatment? |
| A |
Patients
should avoid taking aspirin, non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory medications, St. Johns Wort, or high
does of Vitamin E supplements for one week prior to
treatment. This will help minimize any bruising or
bleeding at the injection site. |
| Q |
How
is Restylane different than other hyaluronic
acid-based products? |
| A |
Unlike
other hyaluronic acid based products such as those
made from rooster combs, only Restylane is
non-animal-based. This quality virtually eliminates
any risk of animal-based disease transmission or allergic
reaction. |
| Q |
Is
any of the material left in the skin after Restylane
is degraded? |
| A |
No. Restylane
is completely degraded, leaving absolutely no traces
of the injected material in the body. |
| Q |
Is Restylane
Safe? |
| A |
Yes. Restylane
has been used safely by dermatologist and plastic
surgeons since 1996 world-wide. Because Restylane
is non-animal-based and fully biocompatible, allergy
testing is not required. This quality virtually
eliminates any risk of animal-based disease
transmission or allergic reaction. The most commonly
reported side effects were temporary redness and
swelling at the injection site. These effects
typically resolve within two or three days. |
| Q |
Are
there any side effects? |
| A |
As
with any injection, some common injection-related
reactions might occur. The most commonly reported side
effects were temporary redness and swelling at the
injection site. These effects typically resolve within
two or three days. |
| Q |
How
is Restylane administered? |
| A |
Restylane
is injected directly into the skin in tiny amounts
using an ultra fine needle. After the injection, your physician
many gently massage your skin to optimize contouring. Restylane
is a simple and convenient procedure and results are
practically instantaneous. |
| Q |
How
can I be sure the needle is clean? |
| A |
Restylane
is pre-packaged in a disposable glass syringe with
a sterilized needle. |
| Q |
How
often should I have Restylane treatments done? |
| A |
Restylane
lasts twice as long as collagen, so treatments are
typically scheduled twice a year. Evidence shows that
having a touch up treatment before the product has fully
dissipated will enhance the lasting effect. |
| Q |
Is Restylane
approved by the FDA? |
| A |
Yes. Restylane
is FDA approved for use in the U.S. |
| Q |
Do Restylane
injections hurt? |
| A |
Restylane
is injected directly into the skin in tiny amounts by
an ultra fine needle, resulting in minimal discomfort.
To optimize your comfort during the short procedure,
your physician may anesthetize the treatment area. |
| Q |
Can
Restylane be used anywhere on my face? |
| A |
Although
Restylane has been used in more then one
million treatments in over 60 countries to smooth
wrinkles and deep facial folds and to enhance the
appearance and fullness of lips, in the US it is
currently indicated only for the correction of
moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as
nasolabial folds. |
| Q |
How
is Restylane different then Botox? |
| A |
Restylane
is a natural , cosmetic filler. In contrast, Botox is
a drug that blocks nerve transmission and relaxes the
underlying muscles. Many patients have en very pleased
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| Q |
How
is Restylane different from bovine collagen? |
| A |
Restylane
is proven to deliver a longer lasting effect than
traditional collagen, with virtually no risk of animal
-based transmission or allergic reaction. In addition,
bovine collagen is derived from animals (cows) and
requires an allergy test. Because Restylane is
non-animal-based, it can be administered without
pre-testing, so no waiting is required. |
| Q |
How
much does Restylane cost? |
| A |
Restylane
treatments are customized procedures based on specific
individual 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 longer-lasting, it proves to be very
economical over the long term. |