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Treatable ConditionsAs you age, the years of laughing, smiling, talking and tanning inevitably crease your skin. These factors can leave you with lines and wrinkles. You will also start to notice that the size of your lips has begun to shrink. Fillers can be used for temporary line and wrinkle removal or even for lip enhancement. Dermal Fillers are safe and effective treatments for restoring the youthfulness of your face without having to undergo surgery. Some of the other benefits of our non-surgical dermal fillers are:
The TREATMENTDermal Fillers take about 15 to 30 minutes and the amount of discomfort depends on the sensitivity of the patient's skin. Lip enhancement can be uncomfortable; therefore patients are offered a nerve block prior to treatment to eliminate any pain. The product is injected just below the surface of the skin with a very fine needle. Patients may require a second visit to achieve full correction of the area. The body will eventually absorb the product, so ongoing treatments are necessary to maintain results, normally every 6-16 months. SIDE EFFECTSInjection related reactions may occur such as post treatment swelling, redness, pain, itchiness, bruising and tenderness at the injection site. These reaction resolve on their own within a few days. Patients should avoid aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, e.g. Advil, prior to treatment as they will increase the risk of bruising at the injection site.
WHAT IS JUVEDERM®Juvéderm® is a smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid- a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. The Juvéderm® injectable gel is eased under your skin to instantly restore your skin's volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your "smile lines" or parentheses" (nasolabial folds- the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth). Juvéderm® provides a smooth, natural look and feel- so everyone will notice (but no one will know!) Juvéderm® is the ONLY hyaluronic acid (HA) filler FDA approved to last up to 1 year! Where can Juvéderm® be used? Juvéderm® can be injected safely into the upper and lower lips for enhancement as well as any deep wrinkles in the face, such as:
What are the side effects of Juvéderm®? There are very few side effects with the use of Juvéderm®. You may experience temporary swelling, redness, pain, firmness and mild bruising. These side effects should subside within 3 to 7 days. Who should not have Juvéderm®?
How soon will I see a difference? You should see an immediate improvement in the treatment areas. Most patients only need one treatment to achieve optimal wrinkle smoothing or lip enhancement. One treatment could smooth your lines and wrinkles or fill your lips for up to 1 year! How should I prepare for a Juvéderm® treatment? Prior to treatment, we recommend that you avoid any medications that can prolong bleeding, such as aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS), for at least a week prior to treatment to reduce the risk of bruising and bleeding at the injection site. What is Restylane®?Restylane® is a safe and effective product to replace lost volume and restore youthful contours to the skin. It can smooth away moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth. Restylane® is administered quickly and easily, requires no downtime for healing, and the result is immediate making this one of the most popular non-surgical procedures. Restylane® looks and feels natural for the duration of the product and can last up to 6 months. There is no skin testing required with this product, so treatment can be done the day of your consultation. Where can Restylane® be used? Restylane® can be injected safely into numerous areas of the face for any of the following reasons:
What are the side effects of having Restylane injection? You might experience slight redness, swelling, tenderness, itching and/or mild bruising following a Restylane treatment. This is the same as you might expect with any type of injection. However, the discomfort is temporary and generally disappears after a few days. Who should not have Restylane?
How soon will I see a difference? The results are immediate. Restylane can last up to 6 months or more in many patients. How should I prepare prior to a Restylane treatment? Prior to treatment, avoid using aspirin, ibuprofen, St. John's wort or high doses of Vitamin E supplements because this may increase bruising or bleeding at the injection site. Also, if you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, discuss this with your provider before treatment. Restylane does not require allergy skin testing. What is Radiesse™?Radiesse™ is a FDA approved, long lasting injectable filler used for wrinkle correction in several different areas of the face. Radiesse™ remains soft and pliable and will take on the characteristics of the surrounding tissue so you will never look over corrected or overdone. Radiesse™ is used world wide for soft tissue augmentation and enhancement and is easily injected with minimal recovery and no downtime. There is no skin test required for this product, so treatment can be done the day of your consult. What are the side effects of Radiesse™? There are few reported side effects with the use of Radiesse; however, some common injected related reactions may occur such as:
These side effects generally last for a short time and are mild in nature. Where can Radiesse™ be used? Radiesse™ can be used in several different areas of the face such as:
Who should not have Radiesse™?
Is Radiesse permanent? No. Treatment results are long-lasting, but not permanent. Over time the tiny calcium-based microspheres gradually break down and are safely and naturally absorbed into your body, leaving your own newly produced collagen in their place. How should I prepare prior to a Radiesse treatment? Prior to treatment, avoid using aspirin, ibuprofen, St. John's Wort or high doses of Vitamin E supplements because this may increase bruising or bleeding at the injection site. How soon will I see a difference? Radiesse provides immediate, visible improvement of folds and wrinkles, and provides long-lasting and beautiful results. The effects of Radiesse may last a year or more in many patients. |
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