Restylane

Restylane is most often used to combat the visible signs of aging.  Restylane is a dermal filler offered by Medicis delivered through an injectable hyaluronic acid gel designed to fill in fine lines and wrinkles in the face.  Restylane is also commonly used to plump up lips to give a fuller lip appearance.  What really sets it apart from other dermal fillers is that it is not made from animal parts and does not require an allergy test prior to treatment.

How Does Restylane Work?

Restylane works by filling in lines, wrinkles with hyaluronic gel through an injection procedure.  When injected into the treatment area Restylane works with the body’s own hyaluronic acid to create additional volume in the desired area.  So not only does the gel itself fill in lines and wrinkles, it works with the body’s natural hyaluronic acid to provide a more natural appearance.

Restylane Injections – FAQ

Having a Restylane injection is a very common procedure and GBK derm frequently sees patients that can benefit from Restylane.  The following are some frequently asked questions and our responses:

How Long Does a Restylane Injection Take?

It’s a quick procedure done here in our office taking only 5-30 minutes depending on the amount of areas being treated.

Are The Injections Painful?

You will experience slight discomfort as a fine needle is used.  Restylane doesn’t contain any numbing agents so a topical anesthetic or numbing cream can be used along with ice.  Most patients report that the injections are not painful at all and only experience slight discomfort.

How Long Will The Results Last?

When comparing the duration of results to collagen based fillers a good rule of thumb is twice as long.  Other than that when treating the lips with Restylane you can expect the results to last approximately 6 months.  When filling in fine lines and wrinkles the results can generally last up to 12 months.

Restylane Before & After Photos

Watch A Restylane Treatment Performed on Video

In this video Dr. Goldman injects Restylane into a patient’s nasolabial folds and lips.