Restylane

Restylane® is a great product line that can work for almost everyone. All Restylane® dermal fillers are made of hyaluronic acid (HA), a natural substance found in your body that holds water and adds volume to your skin. Restylane®, like other hyaluronic acid fillers, can help reduce signs of aging skin by adding volume to targeted areas of the face. There is an array of different Restylane® formulations available, varying by product density. Our dermatologist is on hand to help you decide which Restylane® product will be best-suited to help you achieve your goals.

Procedure

Restylane® is a hyaluronic acid filler that provides amazing anti-aging benefits and brings definition to any features that may have lost volume as a result of aging. Hyaluronic acid fillers, also called dermal fillers, can accentuate facial contours while also reducing wrinkles, nasolabial folds, and marionette lines. Dermal fillers can add natural-looking volume and definition to features that look flat or sunken in.

Restylane® treatments are quick, one-hour office procedures. First, you have your consultation and then you undergo treatment. During your procedure, a topical anesthetic gel or cream may be applied to the target area to reduce any discomfort. Once that takes effect, Restylane® (a gel-like substance) is injected using a tiny, ultrafine needle. Treatment takes about 15-40 minutes to complete.*

Benefits

Safety

Restylane® is FDA-approved and safe for use. You should not inject Restylane® if you’re allergic or have a sensitivity to hyaluronic acid or lidocaine. Patients with severe allergies manifested by a history of anaphylaxis or the presence of multiple allergies should not receive Restylane®. Restylane® should not be administered directly after laser treatment, deep chemical peels, or dermabrasion. If you’re pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, you should speak with your doctor before injecting any dermal fillers. If you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to any type of dermal filler, you should share this with your doctor. Anyone who has recently used blood thinners or has a bleeding disorder should avoid dermal fillers.

When considering Restylane®, patients should choose their dermatologist with great care. Restylane® injections should be handled by a skilled and certified physician, as proper placement of the injection is necessary to achieve optimal results. Our dermatologists have years of experience administering Restylane® and can help you determine which treatment can best achieve your desired results.

Results

Dermal fillers in NYC provide patients with immediate results following their treatment. Restylane® begins working as soon as it is injected. In the weeks following the treatment, Restylane® will fully settle into the skin and patients can enjoy their beautiful final results. Although results will vary per patient, Restylane® can last anywhere between 6-12 months. However, this will depend on how quickly the hyaluronic acid is broken down by the patient’s body, as well as other factors including overall health and wellness.

To maximize the lasting power of Restylane®, patients should follow the aftercare instructions provided by their doctor carefully. Restylane® must be given a chance to settle into the skin properly. Patients should avoid touching the face, as well as lying flat for at least 12 hours. Patients should also avoid excessive exercise, sun exposure, and heat to allow the product to settle into the skin.

Recovery

Restylane® is a non-invasive treatment that does not require patients to take any downtime. Most patients return to their daily activities immediately after receiving their treatment. Restylane® treatments are quick, one-hour office procedures. A topical anesthetic gel or cream may be applied to the target area to reduce any discomfort. Restylane® is injected using a tiny, ultrafine needle.

After your treatment, it is normal to experience mild side effects such as redness, bruising, or swelling surrounding your injection sites. The symptoms will subside in the days following your treatment as the injections heal and the product settles into the skin.

Contact

The doctors and staff at Dermatology, Laser & Surgery of Carnegie Hill would be happy to discuss medical dermatology treatments in more detail. Please give us a call at (646) 661-6131 or request an appointment online for a personal consultation at our New York offices.