What are JUVEDERM® XC Injectable Gel and Restylane®?
Hyaluronic Acid occurs in skin providing natural fullness. JUVEDERM® XC Injectable Gel and Restylane® are Hyaluronic Acid fillers. During aging and from sun damage breakdown of collagen
and elastic fibers causes wrinkles. Fillers are injected reducing or eliminating wrinkles. Over time fat, muscle and bone are lost causing lost volume and sagging. Using fillers to replace lost
volume, especially in the cheeks help lift the skin of the cheeks and is called
liquid lift, or liquid face-lift.
What are the results?
JUVEDERM® XC Injectable Gel and Restylane® treat lines and wrinkles, smooth acne scars, treat volume loss, plump lips, and help regain a firm and youthful appearance by restoring skin
volume.
Are patients satisfied with JUVEDERM® XC Injectable Gel and Restylane® treatment?
At our clinic in Texas JUVEDERM® XC Injectable Gel is very popular. We also use Restylane® in the Texas clinic, especially to improve hollowing under the eyes.
When will I see results?
Immediately with final results seen in two weeks.
How many JUVEDERM® XC Injectable Gel or Restylane® treatments will I need?
Usually one.
How long does each treatment take?
Thirty minutes.
Does it hurt?
We us an anesthetic cream. If lips are treated we do a dental block. Now JUVEDERM® XC Injectable Gel itself contains an anesthetic.
How long does it last?
JUVEDERM® XC Injectable Gel lasts 9-12 months and Restylane® under the eyes 12-24 months.
What will I look like right after treatment?
The areas may be slightly swollen, possibly bruised. Most patients resume normal activities immediately.
Are there side effects of Restylane® or JUVEDERM® XC Injectable Gel?
The most common side effects are mild tenderness, redness, bruising, or swelling generally resolving in a few days. There is a very small risk of infection.
Can I do anything to prevent or reduce bruising from Restylane® or JUVEDERM® XC Injectable Gel?
Don't take Aspirin, NSAID'S (Aleve®, Advil®, Ibuprophen etc.) Vitamin E (including multi-vitamins), Fish Oil, Flax Seed Oil or the 4 G's (Garlic, Ginseng, Ginko and Glucosamine) for 7
days before treatment.
We have our patients apply Arnica gel, use cold packs and do a GentleWaves® treatment.
There is some evidence that eating fresh (not frozen or canned) pineapple the day before and the day of treatment reduces bruising. It certainly won't hurt you.
