What are Restylane, Perlane and Juvederm and how do they work?
These dermal fillers are gels that are created from hyaluronic acid which is a natural material found in our bodies. These gels bind with water then slowly break down and are then naturally absorbed by the body. In the skin they create volume, resulting in a natural, youthful appearance. Restylane and Juvederm are used for wrinkle correction and lip enhancement. Perlane and Juvederm are used for shaping facial contours, correcting deep folds and for volume augmentation of the lips. Typically, lip treatments last about 4-6 months, while smile lines and folds last 4-12 months. Touch ups are sometimes needed 2-4 weeks after a treatment to “fine tune” your results.
