Frequently Asked Questions
Sometimes the hardest part of making an educated decision is knowing what questions to ask. So if you’re interested in how Restylane® can help create a more youthful appearance, the answers to these frequently asked questions should help prepare you for your first consultation.
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1. What is Restylane®?
2. What can I treat?
3. What should I consider before treatment?
4. How is treatment performed?
5. What can I expect after treatment?
6. How much does it cost?
7. How long will my results last?
8. What is the history of Restylane®?
What Is Restylane®?
Restylane® is a unique formulation of hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance which occurs as an important structural element in the skin,and helps maintain moisture and volume in your skin. Each Restylane® product is a clear gel containing microparticles of a specific size. This allows your physician to select the right combination of gels to obtain the effect you desire. Learn more about how Restylane® can increase volume in your facial tissue to help attain a more youthful appearance.
What Can I Treat?
Restylane® adds volume to the skin tissue, restoring facial contours to reduce the appearance of wrinkles or enhance the lips. Areas commonly treated are the forehead, cheeks, lips, jawline, chin, and the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth. Learn more about treatment areas.
What Should I Consider Before Treatment?
You should have a clear idea of your desired results, and clearly express them to your physician.
How Is The Treatment Performed?
Small amounts of Restylane® are injected directly into your skin using a fine needle. To minimize discomfort during the treatment, your physician may anesthetize the treatment area. Learn more about treatment with Restylane®.
What Can I Expect After My Treatment?
After any injection, you may experience swelling, redness, pain, itching, discolouration, and tenderness. This will typically last less than a week. Before your treatment, be sure to read our safety information to learn about potential side effects.
How Much Does It Cost?
A typical treatment with Restylane® can cost as low as $500. Because each treatment may be tailored to your specific requests, costs may vary.
How Long Will My Results Last?
Exact duration of effect depends on many factors including the treatment area and should be discussed with the physician. Find a physician near you.
What Is The History Of Restylane®?
Launched in 1996 in Europe by Swedish manufacturer Q-Med AB, Restylane® was the first hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler used to add lost volume and enhance facial contours to attain a more youthful appearance. Since then over 9 million treatments have been performed.
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