Non-Surgical Procedures - Lips & Lines

Temporary Injectables Fillers

HYALURONIC ACID FILLERS

(Restylane®, Juvederm®)

Hyaluronic acid is also a naturally occurring protein that is part of the connective and supportive tissues in our bodies. Its structure is identical in all living organisms so there are no allergic reactions. For injection, a non-animal stabilized form is used to give a very high level of safety. Manufactured under the names Restylane® and Juvederm®, the product is a crystal clear injectable gel formulated by purely chemical processes in the laboratory. Hyaluronic acid flilers are most commonly used for facial lines and lip enhancement.

Risks
Allergic reaction is not a problem with the most modern types of injectable hyaluronic acid. Because it is derived from a non-animal source no pre-treatment skin test is required. However there is a small risk of infection and other infrequent complications.

Anaesthesia
Anaesthetic is not normally needed. However, if you are especially sensitive, your doctor may use a local cream anaesthetic or a freon spray to numb the injected area. Alternatively you may elect to have an injected local anaesthetic or sedative drugs.

The procedure
The procedure is the same as for collagen, except that no skin test is required before treatment, and no overfilling of the area is necessary. Your doctor will do his best to achieve the final contour at the time of treatment.

After treatment and Result
These will be the same as for collagen. All these hyaluronic acid fillers are safe, effective, and temporary, lasting 8-12 months (4-6 in lips).