The Aesthetic Skin Clinic: Dermal Hydration Therapy / Fillers

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Dermal Hydration Therapy / Fillers

Facial wrinkles and creases begin to appear as the underlying collagen and elastin fibres begin to break down and wear out. While this break down is part of the natural ageing process, it can also result from smoking, environmental damage and excessive facial expression.

What are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are injectable treatments to reduce the appearance of lines and folds. The results you achieve will depend on the area of the face which is treated, how much movement there is in the treated area, the condition of the skin and the skill of the person performing the treatment. Restylane is the preferred product use d by the physicians at the Aesthetic Skin Clinic. It has an excellent safety profile and is approved by the FDA as a dermal filler. It is composed of Non-Animal Stabilised Hyaluronic Acid, a substance found naturally in the human body. It is fully biocompatible and degradable, and the risks are very low.

Is treatment safe?

Restylane is used because it does not contain any animal derivatives, so there is no risk of animal-based disease transmission or allergic reaction. No pre testing is required, but you should avoid aspirin and non steroidal anti-inflammatory medication prior to treatment

How does Restylane work?

It is a clear gel that once injected beneath the surface of the skin adds volume and lift to smooth out wrinkles and folds. The Hyaluronic acid in restylane gel is almost identical to that within the body. It will integrat e into the dermal tissue and attrac t and bin d w ater molecules to help maintain volume. Restylane is gradually degraded over time naturally .

Does treatment hurt?

Topical anaesthetic cream will be applied to the treatment area. Local anaesthetic may also be used to numb the area at patient request .

Suitable areas for treatment

Deep naso labial folds
Frown lines between the eyes
Vertical lines on the top lip
Marionette lines at the corner of the mouth
Definition of the lip border
Increasing the size of the lips
Horizontal lines across the forehead
Cheek enhancement

What can be expected following treatment?

Results with Restylane can be seen immediately, and will last for six months or longer. A follow up appointment is arranged to finesse the results two weeks after treatment.

Possible side effects

The most commonly reported side effects are temporary redness and swelling at the injection site. These effects typically resolve in 2 to 3 days. If you are prone to bleeding you may get a small puncture site bruise . If you suffer from cold sores propbylactic treatment can be given . There are some very rare side effects such as granuloma formation and skin breakdown which occur under exceptional circumstances. These conditions can be treated by the attending physician.

Care following treatment

Normal activity can resume immediately and make up can be applied after treatment. The area can be massaged firmly to smooth any unevenness, leaving the treated area smooth and soft.

Restylane Vital

This is the latest addition to the range of Restylane products. It is a pure crystal clear gel used for skin rejuvenation. By replenishing the Hyaluronic acid lost through skin aging, Restylane vital not only rejuvenates facial skin, but can be used for the neck, décolletage and backs of the hands. In essence, Restylane vital hydrates the skin, keeping it firm, supple and healthy.

It is administered by micro injections into the deep dermis, and is then massaged to disperse the substance evenly through the skin. A topical anaesthetic is applied to ensure the procedure is completely tolerated. Slight redness may be visible at the points of injection, but this subsides quickly.


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