Restylane® Lyft

Restylane^® Lyft (formerly known as Perlane) is a non-surgical, injectable filler gel treatment that adds volume beneath the skin for a fuller look around the central area of the face. The formula is made up of a combination of water, lidocaine to improve comfort, and a molecule called hyaluronic acid that is naturally produced in the skin to boost hydration. In addition to rejuvenating hollowed cheekbone areas, the transparent, biodegradable Restylane^® Lyft gel reduces the depth of prominent nasolabial folds (smile lines).

Most adults who maintain realistic expectations and are hoping to restore facial contours or address pronounced folds around the middle and lower part of the face are good candidates for Restylane^® Lyft. However, the filler is not recommended for people who are allergic to bacterial proteins or other ingredients found in the product, those who have experienced severe scarring or skin pigmentation disorders, or people who have had bleeding disorders.

Before having this treatment, we may recommend that you avoid certain medications or supplements that increase the risk of complications, such as blood thinners. Beyond that, minimal preparation is needed. We can provide you with a topical anaesthetic to minimize discomfort.

Using a very fine needle, we inject Restylane^® into a deeper area of the skin, then massage the area to ensure even distribution. On average, a typical Restylane^® Lyft session should take between 15 minutes to an hour.

Results are visible virtually as soon as the filler is injected. Many patients experience minor, temporary side effects after Restylane^® Lyft injections, including swelling, redness, and itching at the area where they were injected.

That said, there is virtually no recovery time needed, 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.

Each patient is assessed on a case-by-case basis to determine how many syringes and treatments they will need depending on their goals and individual anatomy. Dr. Turner will advise you on the total costs during your consultation.

In addition to Restylane^® Lyft, patients who want to revitalize their facial appearance can also consider similar injectable filler alternatives, including hyaluronic acid-based Juvéderm^®, calcium-based Radiesse^®, and Sculptra^®, which is derived from poly-L-lactic acid. 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. Fillers like Restylane^® can also be combined with injectable neuromodulators such as BOTOX^® Cosmetic, which are used for reducing wrinkles caused by excessive muscle movement around the eyes and forehead.