Many of us start to see the first small volume loss, wrinkles, fine lines and creases in our late twenties and early thirties. As they grow and become more noticeable, we often turn first to over-the-counter skin products or makeup. Unfortunately, those only help some of those problems, and for a limited time, because they don't actually stop the volume loss, wrinkles, lines and creases from forming.
FAMILY OF RESTYLANE FILLERS
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Restylane is a family of products, each one designed to provide a specific benefit depending on your needs and goals, discover more about each Restylane option below:
RESTYLANE L
In 2005 Restylane L became the first FDA approved hyaluronic acid filler for aesthetic purposes, making it the very first modern filler on the market. It still maintains it's position as one of the most flexible and effective filler options, working almost everywhere for moderate volume loss with the exception of the brow. Restylane L is especially effective for moderate volume loss in the regions of the nasolabial folds and marionette lines, and moderately effective in the tear troughs and upper cheeks for mild volume loss. It's FDA approved for 6 months, though patients commonly report Restylane L maintaining effectiveness for up to nine months. The procedure to receive Restylane L takes around 60 minutes, but it can be longer if you're receiving multiple syringes.
It does come with a pain relieving additive, lidocaine, to help with any discomfort, however we also offer additional, stronger pain relieving methods such as dental blocks (especially for lips) and numbing cream placed topically, please make sure to mention any concerns about discomfort at your consultation. Most patients experience some amount of swelling for at least two to three days after their treatment, and there is the potential for bruising. We offer complimentary Arnica and reusable icepacks to aid in the healing process.
RESTYLANE LYFT
Over time, the natural fat that surrounds the cheeks begins to deteriorate, resulting in sagging skin, more prominent wrinkles and a reduction of volume. Restylane Lyft, is used to correct volume loss and treat wrinkles in the face and was designed to add fullness to the cheeks and midface area, for a more natural-looking, youthful appearance. It's currently the only FDA-approved filler for lifting the cheeks and adding volume to correct and smooth nasolabial folds, though it can also be used to soften tear troughs and reduce the “tired look” from lost volume in the framing of the face.
The procedure for Restylane Lyft takes around 60 minutes, though it can take longer if there are multiple syringes. Lyft comes with a pain relieving additive, lidocaine, to help with any discomfort, however we also offer additional, stronger pain relieving methods such as dental blocks or topical numbing cream. Please make sure to mention any concerns about discomfort at your consultation. Most patients experience some amount of swelling for at least two to three days after their treatment, and there is the potential for bruising. We offer complimentary Arnica and reusable icepacks to aid in the healing process.
RESTYLANE SILK
We don't imagine our lips looking older, but as we age our lips and the lines around the mouth show signs of aging. This includes lip thinning, lost shape and an increase in vertical lines above the lip. Restylane Silk was designed to be used around the mouth with smaller, smoother hyaluronic acid particles in order to keep a natural look to treated areas. It works with fine lines, etched lines around the mouth and smile lines, and is great for those who want to add a little volume to the lips without it looking like they have had “work done.”
The procedure for Restylane Silk takes around 60 minutes, though it can take longer if there are multiple syringes. Silk comes with a pain relieving additive, lidocaine, to help with any discomfort, however we also offer additional, stronger pain relieving methods such as dental blocks or topical numbing cream. Please make sure to mention any concerns about discomfort at your consultation. As the most hydrophilic of the Restylane family of fillers, Silk may result in slightly more swelling than other Restylane fillers. Most patients experience some amount of swelling for at least three to four days after their treatment, and there is the potential for bruising. We offer complimentary Arnica and reusable icepacks to aid in the healing process.
RESTYLANE REFYNE & DEFYNE
Nasolabial folds, the creases that run from your nose toward the corners of your mouth, as well as marionette lines, the ones that run from the corners of your mouth toward the chin, appear more noticeable as we age past our thirties and into our forties. Both Restylane Refyne and Defyne were specifically designed to help correct nasolabial folds and marionette lines, while keeping a natural look to your face. The unique cross-linking of the gel in Restylane Refyne and Defyne were formulated to support natural expression, so you can maintain natural movement when smiling, frowning or anything else. Similar to the way memory foam on your mattress works, the cross-linking gel in Refyne and Defyne stretches with your face, and then bounces back when your face is relaxed. While both perform similarly and are made with the same cross-hatching technology, Defyne is used to treat deeper lines and folds than Refyne.
The procedure for either Restylane Refyne or Defyne takes around 60 minutes, though it can take longer if there are multiple syringes. Refyne and Defyne come with a pain relieving additive, lidocaine, to help with any discomfort, however we also offer additional, stronger pain relieving methods such as dental blocks or topical numbing cream. Please make sure to mention any concerns about discomfort at your consultation. Most patients experience some amount of swelling for at least two to three days after their treatment, and there is the potential for bruising. We offer complimentary Arnica and reusable icepacks to aid in the healing process.
What can I expect during a Restylane treatment?
Receiving a Restylane injection begins with a consultation. At your consultation you'll be able to discuss your goals and decide with Practitioner Edwards on the best Restylane option that works for you. The practitioner may then cleanse your face before guiding you through the actual injections where a small needle is used to place the Restylane just under the skin. Most patients describe feeling only a slight pinch, though a topical anesthetic can also be used to reduce discomfort.
What about after?
There is no downtime for the procedure, though if you are planning to return to work there may be some amount of mild swelling in the first day, you'll receive aftercare instructions to help prevent and/or reduce any mild swelling or bruising. Though results may seem immediate, the area after treatment is often at least slightly swollen so we recommend waiting a week to confirm the final results.
Restylane is a formulation of hyaluronic acid that is specifically created to act like your body's own naturally produced hyaluronic acid. It helps to visibly correct facial wrinkles, folds, and volume loss by adding volume beneath the skin where it was lost. Restylane not only reduces the visibility of wrinkles, folds, creases and lines, it also helps to prevent them from deepening.
R Jessie Edwards, FNP
In a clinical study of subjects treated with Restylane, evaluators reported still seeing improvement in 95% of subjects 18 months after initial injection.