Restylane®/Perlane
Facial lines and wrinkles are caused by a gradual breakdown of the body's collagen and the elastin fibers in the skin. No one is immune from experiencing this normal aging process. Squinting, frowning and smiling also inflict stress on the underlying collagen in the skin and accelerate the formation of these furrows. Until recently, injectable collagen was the most widely used available cosmetic filler to improve the appearance of these lines.
The Restylane family of products includes Restylane and Perlane. Both are cosmetic dermal fillers that replace lost volume and restore youthful contours to the skin to smooth away moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds).
How do I choose between Restylane and Perlane?
You don’t have to. In clinical trials, Restylane and Perlane were used in the same patients. The hyaluronic acid in both products is made by the same biotechnical process. The difference is in the gel particle size. Perlane gel particles are larger and designed for deeper injection than Restylane. Your doctor will decide which product is right for you, based on an evaluation of facial wrinkles and folds.
How long do Restylane products last?
Restylane products are proven to deliver long-lasting results. Restylane lasts about 6 months; Perlane lasts at least 6 months, in the majority of patients. The products’ patented stabilization technology helps maintain the cosmetic effect for those time periods.
How are Restylane products administered?
Restylane and Perlane are administered by injection to the treatment site. Before treatment, talk to your doctor about pain management.
Is any of the material left in the skin after it has dissolved?
No, over time Restylane and Perlane products are broken down and eliminated by the body, unlike permanent fillers.
Do the injections hurt?
Restylane products are injected directly into the skin in small amounts by an ultrafine needle. As with all injections, some patients may experience discomfort. To increase your comfort, your doctor will assess your need for pain management and determine what technique is right for you.
How much do treatments cost?
A Restylane or Perlane procedure is customized to your specific needs, so the cost will vary. In general, the expense is comparable to the cost of similar procedures. Ask your skin care professional to give you an estimate based upon your particular needs.
What are Restylane and Perlane products made of?
Restylane was the first cosmetic dermal filler made from hyaluronic acid that has been modified slightly to last longer than the body’s hyaluronic acid. In the human body natural hyaluronic acid provides volume and fullness to the skin.
How are Restylane products different than other hyaluronic acid-based products?
Restylane and Perlane contain no animal proteins. This limits any risk of animal-based disease transmission or allergic reaction. You should not use Restylane or Perlane if you have allergies to microorganisms known as gram-positive bacteria.
Which dermal filler is the market leader?
Restylane is the number one selling dermal filler in the U.S. and worldwide.
How do Restylane and Perlane products differ from Botox Cosmetic?
Botox Cosmetic and Restylane are used to correct wrinkles in different ways. Restylane products are natural, cosmetic fillers injected into the skin, adding volume to smooth wrinkles such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth. In contrast, Botox relaxes the muscles that cause frown lines between your eye brows.
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