Restylane in Charlotte – FAQs
Restylane FAQ
- What is Restylane?
- How long does Restylane last?
- Is Restylane FDA approved?
- What should patients do prior to treatment?
- Do the injections hurt?
- How long do Restylane treatments take?
Restylane is a cosmetic dermal filler that replaces lost volume and restores youthful contours to the skin to smooth away moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds).
Restylane’s patented stabilization technology helps maintain the cosmetic effect to last about six months.
Yes. Restylane is approved by the FDA for the treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, like the ones from your nose to the corners of your mouth.
What should patients do prior to treatment?
Restylane requires no pre-testing, but you should take a few precautions before being treated. Avoid using aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, St. John’s Wort, or high doses of Vitamin E supplements prior to treatment, because these may increase bruising or bleeding at the injection site. Also, if you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, discuss with your doctor, who may prescribe a medication to minimize recurrence.
Restylane is injected directly into the skin in small amounts by an ultra fine needle. As with all injections, some Charlotte Restylane patients may experience mild discomfort. To increase your comfort, Dr. Graper will assess your need for pain management and determine what technique is right for you.
How long do Restylane treatments take?
The treatment takes approximately 20 minutes; however, we do allow time for the area to be treated to numb with a topical numbing cream or a dental block, so allow 45–60 minutes for your appointment.
Please contact us at 704.375.7111 to schedule your Restylane appointment or click here for a personal consultation.
