In December 2003, the dermal filler Restylane was approved by the FDA for cosmetic use in the United States. Even before getting approval, dermatologists and surgeons were using the substance since 1996. With RESTYLANE, you can experience a natural beauty lift using your body's own material. RESTYLANE is a clear, biodegradable NASHA (Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid) gel, which gets injected into the skin in small amounts with a very fine needle. Hyaluronic acid exists naturally in the body, so its efficacious. The most important function it has is to carry and bind water. Non-animal, stabilized hyaluronic acid (NASHA) doesn't contain animal protein and does not necessitate a skin test prior to treatment.

RESTYLANE is intended for various purposes and effects, from reducing folds and wrinkles to enhancing sculpting lips and facial contours. The treatment frequently takes less than half an hour. The results are instantaneous, resulting in a natural enhancement that is long-lasting, and it's gentle and safe for the skin.

Since it was launched in 1996, RESTYLANE has been through extensive clinical studies with a growing body 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 fast and minimally invasive. Your doctor places a few small injections into the skin in the desired area of treatment. The right injection technique and tissue depth have an impact upon the quality of the treatment as well as the duration of the effect. The doctor's clinical experience is vital for good results. Each patient's requirement for pain relief should be evaluated prior to treatment. For some patients, pain relief may not be necessary. The lips, however, are a much more sensitive area of the body and a local nerve inhibitor or topical anesthesia could be necessary.

What are the side effects and risks?

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

While more critical reactions occur in only 1 of 2000 patients, 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 once the injection has been done, or as long as four weeks. When a reaction does happen, it will normally last for only a few weeks, and could be described as moderate and 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 person and the area being treated. Wrinkle treatment will tend to last from 6 to 12 months and 6 months for lip enhancements.

How much does Restylane Cost?

The cost of Restylane treatments is comparable to other similar cosmetic procedures. However, time between injections often ranges from 6 to 12 months - longer than other similar procedures. Over time, less of the filler will be needed to produce 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.