Northwest Eye Facial Rejuvenation
Nicholas J. Schmitt, MD
Restylane®
Before and After videos: Erase Wrinkles
What is Restylane®?
Restylane® is an enormously popular alternative in non-surgical facial rejuvination. It is sometimes used alone, but can also be an adjunct to BOTOX® Cosmetic. It works safely by restoring lost volume under the skin, thereby effacing wrinkles and emptiness from aging, most commonly at the lips and creases around the mouth. It is also quite effective at restoring volume to the areas around the eye and cheeks. Recent advances in technology have resulted in far more long-lasting and natural improvements than ever before.
Restylane® is an enormously popular alternative in non-surgical facial rejuvination. It is sometimes used alone, but can also be an adjunct to BOTOX® Cosmetic. It works safely by restoring lost volume under the skin, thereby effacing wrinkles and emptiness from aging, most commonly at the lips and creases around the mouth. It is also quite effective at restoring volume to the areas around the eye and cheeks. Recent advances in technology have resulted in far more long-lasting and natural improvements than ever before.
What is Restylane®?
Restylane® is an enormously popular alternative in non-surgical facial rejuvination. It is sometimes used alone, but can also be an adjunct to BOTOX® Cosmetic. It works safely by restoring lost volume under the skin, thereby effacing wrinkles and emptiness from aging, most commonly at the lips and creases around the mouth. It is also quite effective at restoring volume to the areas around the eye and cheeks. Recent advances in technology have resulted in far more long-lasting and natural improvements than ever before.
How can Restylane® help me?
Restylane® is a form of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance already present in your skin (brands include Restylane®, Perlane, and Juvederm). Restylane® typically lasts six to twelve months, and can be used to improve lip shape and/or size, creases around the mouth, frown lines between the eyebrows, facial scars and depressions, and dark circles below the eyes. It can restore volume to almost any part of the face. Using Restylane® to restore structure and volume to the entire face is called a "liquid facelift." Dr. Schmitt performs both liquid facelifts and smaller, more targeted corrections.
How is Restylane administered?
Dr. Schmitt will review your specific concerns and medical history and advise you about the best uses for Restylane in your situation. Restylane injected with a tiny needle directed in the area of concern, sometimes with ice, anesthetic cream, or anesthetic block injections to minimize discomfort. Effects are visible immediately, but mild local swelling occurs rapidly and lasts for about 24 hours. Bruising infrequently occurs and fades naturally.
What are the risks from Restylane?
Bruising can occur with any injection. Infection is very uncommon. Restylane can also cause asymmetry, and rarely, a local sensitivity reaction.
Who should perform injections with Restylane?
Oculofacial plastic surgeons such as Dr. Schmitt have the ideal credentials to specialize exactly in this area. Dr. Schmitt is experienced with Restylane and is highly knowledgeable with the anatomy and physiology of the eyelids and face.
