Restylane^®

The preparation will be the same regardless of what type of dermal filler is chosen. Dr. Turner or her aesthetic consultants will start by examining your face and asking you about your goals and the areas you would like to enhance. She may ask about your medical history. It’s important that you tell her about any medications you are currently taking.

Before having this treatment, we may recommend that you avoid certain medications or supplements that increase the risk of complications, such as blood thinners. You should also avoid smoking. If a rash, cold sore, or another blemish develops, you may wish to reschedule your appointment. Beyond that, minimal preparation is needed.

We can provide you with a topical anesthetic to minimize discomfort during the injections themselves.

Results are visible virtually as soon as the filler is injected. Wrinkles or facial contours will look better right away, and there are little to no limitations on activities afterward. Many patients experience minor, temporary side effects after injections, including swelling, redness, and itching in the area where they were injected. The treatment area may also initially look overfilled, but these side effects should resolve quickly.

To reduce swelling and bruising while also allowing the filler to “settle” and the treatment area to heal, it’s recommended that you avoid intense exercise during the first twenty-four to forty-eight hours. Try to avoid rubbing, massaging, or scratching the treatment area during the first twenty-four hours, apply sunscreen to protect the skin, and apply an ice pack to help reduce any swelling or tenderness.

That said, there is virtually no recovery time required, and patients can go back to their typical day-to-day activities right away. In some cases, additional injection sessions may be needed to get the best results. Some individuals are prone to filler naturally breaking down at a slightly faster rate due to their bodies and lifestyles. There’s not much that can be done to prevent this. However, it’s recommended that you maintain a good skincare routine and use topical products containing hyaluronic acid, the same ingredient in fillers, to prolong results. Avoid putting too much pressure on your skin in the days and weeks after the treatment.

In addition to Restylane^® Lyft, patients who want to revitalize their facial appearance can consider similar injectable filler alternatives, including hyaluronic acid-based Juvéderm^®, calcium-based Radiesse^®, and Sculptra^®, which makes use of something known as poly-L-lactic acid to prompt new collagen creation. Juvéderm^® Voluma^® is a durable, long-lasting gel from the Juvéderm^® family that works similarly to Restylane^® Lyft to elevate and improve definition in the mid-face area.

Remember: Not all wrinkles are the same. Some are caused by repetitive facial muscle contractions. These are known as expression wrinkles and can be softened with neuromodulators, such as BOTOX^® Cosmetic, which are used for reducing wrinkles caused by muscle movement around the eyes and forehead. Neuromodulators contain a protein called botulinum toxin. Unlike facial fillers, neuromodulators don’t add volume beneath the skin. Instead, they temporarily relax tense or expressive facial muscles to make dynamic wrinkles such as crow’s feet and frown lines appear less prominent. Fillers like Restylane^® Lyft can be combined with injectable neuromodulators for comprehensive results.