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Restylane: A Dermatology Filler For The Face

Author: Tyra Smith

The dermal filler Restylane was approved by the FDA in December 2003, for cosmetic use in the United States. Even before getting approval, surgeons and dermatologists were using the substance since 1996. With Restylane, you can experience a natural beauty lift using your own body's material. Restylane is a clear, biodegradable NASHA (Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid) gel that gets injected into the skin in small amounts with a very fine needle. Hyaluronic acid exists naturally in the body, so it is effective. Its most important function is to carry and bind water.

Non-animal, stabilized hyaluronic acid (NASHA) does not contain animal protein and does not need a skin test prior to treatment.

Restylane is intended for various purposes and reasons, from reducing folds and wrinkles to enhancing and sculpting lips and facial contours. The treatment often takes less than half an hour. The results are instantaneous, creating the effect of a natural enhancement that is long-lasting, and gentle and safe for the skin.

Since it was launched in 1996, Restylane has gone through extensive clinical studies with a growing amount of evidence relating to its ease of use, effectiveness and tolerability. Currently, more than 1,500,000 treatments have been successfully accomplished out worldwide.

What is the Restylane treatment like?

Restylane injections are quick and minimally invasive. Your doctor places a few small injections within the skin in the desired area of treatment. The correct injection technique and depth of tissue have an impact upon the quality of the treatment as well as the lenght of the effect. The doctor's clinical experience is critcal for good results. Each patient's requirement for pain relief is advised to be evaluated prior to treatment. For some patients, pain relief may not be a necessary reason. The lips, however, are a much more sensitive area of the face and a local nerve inhibitor or topical anesthesia may be necessary.

What are the side effects and risks?

Once you receive a Restylane injection some typical side effects could be pain, redness, discoloration, itching, swelling, and tenderness where the point of injection takes place. These side effects usually go away within 2 days of the Restylane injection procedure.

While more critical reactions occur in only 1 of 2000 people, typically, some experience localized swelling at the injection point, which is thought to be brought on by redness, hypersensitivity, tenderness, and very rarely acne-like formations will have appeared.

Reactions can usually occur only a few days after the injection has been done, or as long as four weeks. When a reaction does happen, it will typically last for only a few weeks, and may be described as moderate to mild.

Does Restylane last for a short period or long period of time?

The results happen immediately and can last from 6 to 12 months, depending on the patient and the area being treated. Wrinkle treatment will tend to last from 6 to 12 months and 6 months for any kind of lip enhancements.
How much does Restylane Cost?

The cost of Restylane treatments is comparable to other similar plastic or cosmetic procedures. However, time between injections often ranges from 6 to 12 months - lenthier than other similar procedures. Over time, less of the filler will be needed to create noticeable results. Restylane can prove to be a relatively inexpensive cosmetic ehancement.

Take your time finding someone you can trust, and feel comfortable with, to perform this procedure for you. Make sure it's a highly qualified health professional with expertise in the specialty you are interested in.

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/medicine-articles/restylane-a-dermatology-filler-for-the-face-409725.html

About the Author
Visit www.onlinesurgery.com to find a restylane specialist. OnlineSurgery.com is a leading resource for cosmetic surgery information and resources.

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Pros:
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Pros:

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  • Contains Argireline, which produces the more beneficial effects of Botox without the potentially nasty side effects
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