Orange
County Non-Invasive Collagen Fillers: Restylane,
Juvederm, Lip enhancement, laugh lines, fat injection
Restylane and Juvederm, provide dramatic results
by improving the appearance of facial lines, wrinkles, and folds. It can
restore volume and fullness to the skin, plump up lips, and fill in scars.
The results are immediate, producing a more youthful and invigorated look.
What is a Restylane and Juvederm filler made of?
They are both Hyaluronic acids which are naturally present in the skin
and maintains the hydration of tissues, becoming absorbed slowly over
time. It is of non-animal origin and unlike collagen, it does not require
any allergy test.
How long does it last?
The effects of Hyaluronic acid usually last 6-9 months for restylane and
12-14 months for juvederm. This effect varies depending on the types of
skin, areas, amounts injected and the injection technique. The average
life of Hyaluronic acid in the lips is 6 months because of the rich blood
supply of the lips.
Who can get this treatment?
Hyaluronic acid is suitable for patients of all ages. It is also an ideal
implant to prevent the development of wrinkles in fragile areas in young
people and to smooth imperfections.
How is it done?
The filler is injected during a session lasting a few minutes. We offer
local anaesthesia to make the correction more comfortable, by applying
an anaesthetic cream or by local superficial anaesthesia.
Post-Injection Recommendations:
In the hours following the injection we recommend that you avoid excessive
facial expressions. Similarly, you are not recommended to expose yourself
to sunlight or excessive heat (UV, sauna, Turkish baths etc.) for long
times during the weeks after the injection; or to touch, handle or massage
the site injected. Make up and usual care may be used on the day after
treatment.
Can there be side effects?
Inflammatory reactions (redness, and swelling) which may be associated
with stinging or pain on pressure may occur after the injection. These
reactions may last for a week. Swelling or nodules may develop at the
injection site. Very rare cases of discolouration (reversible) of the
injection area have been reported. Rare cases of necrosis (severe tissue
damage) affecting the glabellar region, infection, long lasting inflammation
and allergy have been described in the literature after injections of
hyaluronic acid. Persistence of such reactions for more than a week or
any other secondary effect, which develops must be reported to our office
as soon as possible.
Who should not have fillers injected?
Women who are pregnant or breast feeding. Areas with inflammatory and/or
infectious skin problems (acne etc.)
Do not forget to tell your practitioner about your past medical history,
such as:
- tendency to develop hypertrophic scarring
- autoimmune diseases (eg. lupus)
- allergy to hyaluronic acid.
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