Those who find the image in the mirror is not what it used to be may want to consider a natural, safe method for removing wrinkles and skin folds. Instead of a full face lift, which can leave you out of commission for weeks, speak with your plastic surgeon about Restylane injections. The online physician resource, LocateADoc.com, estimates the price of injections to be $500 and the duration of the results to be about six months. The price is slightly higher than other cosmetic injections, but because it is made of natural substances, many people are willing to pay the additional cost. Many facilities offer payment plans so the treatment is available to a variety of incomes.
What is it?
Restylane is an injectable gel. The gel works to enhance the body’s store of hyaluronic acid, which reduces the effects of aging. The injections can be given in lips, skin lines and wrinkles, cheeks and chin, and as overall hydration to the entire face. The procedure is well-tested and the injections contain natural materials. Results are instant and the injection works by adding volume under the skin.
Who needs i?
Those who are seeking a safe, effective way to look younger and enhance their natural features will love Restylane. If you are allergic to animal products, like the bird proteins used in other hyaluronic treatments, you will find you have no concerns using Restylane. The injections use only materials normally found in the human body. Few adults over 18 years of age do not qualify to use Restyalene.
Benefits
The thing patients love about Restylane is the fact that its results are subtle and enhance a person’s natural appearance. Some find that traditional face lifts and other reverse-aging treatments result in an unnatural look. With Restylane, a person will look like a younger, better version of themselves. If you are seeking results that cause people to say “You look great! What’s your secret?” then this is the treatment for you.
Restylanerestores volume and creates smoothness in the skin. Research studies concerning Restylane have spanned more than a decade, so you can be confident the procedure is safe and effective. There are few instances of reaction to the injection. Some hyaluronic injections come from animal products, typically made of bird proteins, and may cause an allergic reaction. Since Restylane injections are made of a naturally occurring human substance, there is little chance of inflammation or allergic reaction. The injections are also long-lasting. The process is quick and easy, and requires little recovery time. Some patients experience only a few minutes of mild reddening before their skin returns to normal. Restylane injections are affordable and may be a good option if someone wants to alter their appearance without the physical and financial commitment to a face lift.
Risks
Even though Restylane is considered one of the safest dermatological procedures a person can have, some minimal risks are associated with it. Those undergoing the injections may experience mild discomfort. Often, a mild anesthetic cream is used to numb the area prior to the injection. There may be slight redness, some pain, swelling or tenderness following the injection. Occasionally, patients experience itching and bruising around the injection site. Some experience an allergic reaction to the bacterial proteins in the injections, but instances of this are rare.
Restylane is long-lasting, but not permanent. Like other cosmetic injections like it, the effects wear off in the course of several months and in order to maintain the youthful appearance Restylane can offer, a patient will need to return to the plastic surgeon’s office for further treatments. Over time, this cost can add up. But you may find it is still more affordable than a face lift. Some report that with each injection, their wrinkles, creases, and signs of aging are less noticeable as the results of the injection fade.
It is recommended those who are prone to scarring disorders such as ketoid formation or hypertrophic scarring not undergo Restylane injections. It should also not be used on those who suffer from skin diseases. It cannot be used near permanent implants. The injections have also not been tested on women who are pregnant or those who are nursing. Anyone under the age of 18 is not advised to undergo Restylane injections, or most elective cosmetic procedures, because their skin and bone structure may not have reached maturity.
The Bottom Line
Anyone who has found the hands of time have altered his appearance in a way that makes looking in the mirror disconcerting is faced with a number of options for altering his appearance. Many of these options are expensive and risky. However, Restylane injections offer a subtle change that can reduce the effects of aging. If you are in search of a safe, affordable treatment that will help you turn back those hands of time, consider Restylane.
The information in the article is not intended to substitute for the medical expertise and advice of your healthcare provider. We encourage you to discuss any decisions about treatment or care with an appropriate healthcare provider.
