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In the fight against wrinkles and other visible signs of aging,
many people are choosing to be injected with a variety of drugs and
other substances to build and firm their skin tone from the inside
out. One of the most popular of these injections is Restylane, a
substance that is used to treat the areas of the lips, the eyes, and
the nasiolabial folds (the skin folds around the nostrils that run
down to the lips
Restylane is actually the brand name for an injectable gel that
consists of hyaluronic acid, a substance that is naturally produced
in the human body. Unlike many collagen injections, this drug is
classified as non-animal stabilized, which simply means that it was
not derived from animal sources.
The doctor simply injects the Restylane gel directly into the
skin tissue under the wrinkle. This acid works on the injected area
in two different ways. First, the hyaluronic acid causes the skin to
become “plumped up” and look fuller in appearance. Secondly, water
binds with this substance which causes this fullness to last for a
longer period of time. This plumper appearance causes the skin to
appear smooth and more firm and causes the wrinkle to diminish.
If you are considering having a series of Restylane injections,
there are certain medications that can increase the bleeding and
bruising after the treatment. If you take vitamin E supplements,
anti-inflammatory drugs such as Aleve, and St. John’s Wort, experts
recommend that you stop taking these at least a week before you are
scheduled to have the treatment.
There are a variety of side effects that have been experienced by
patients who have had these Restylane injections. Some individuals
have complained of bruising and swelling in the area where the shot
was injected. Others have complained of redness, itchiness, and
pain. More serious side effects have included acne, allergic
reactions, and infection. There have also been the rare reports of
necrosis, which means that the tissue that was injected with the
Restylane gel died.
Restylane is an effective injection in the struggle against
wrinkles. To decide if it is the right one for you, you should
discuss it with your doctor or other health professionals.
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