Restylane is a brand of dermal fillers employed to enhance facial appearance and reduce the signs of aging. They are made of hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring sugar compound that is essential to youthful skin. HA attracts and binds to water to restore volume and provide a natural look and feel. Hyaluronic acid fillers help to maintain skin hydration for a youthful glow.

Some common Restylane products include Restylane-L, Restylane Lyft, Restylane Silk, and Restylane Defyne. Each product has unique properties and is tailored for different areas of the face and specific treatment goals. The Restylane family of fillers contains lidocaine to reduce injection discomfort.

Restylane fillers are commonly used to enhance lip volume and shape (Restylane Silk or Restylane Kysse), reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles (Restylane-L), add volume to cheeks and mid-face (Restylane Lyft), smooth nasolabial folds (smile lines) and marionette lines, fill in under-eye hollows (tear troughs), and improve facial contours and redefine the jawline (Restylane Defyne).

Why choose Restylane products?

• Natural-Looking Results: Restylane’s hyaluronic acid-based fillers are known for delivering natural-looking results. It is well-tolerated and compatible with the skin. It can add subtle volume and smoothness without creating an overly “done” appearance.
• Versatility: Restylane offers a range of products designed to address specific cosmetic concerns and treatment areas. Whether an individual is looking to enhance lip volume, reduce wrinkles, or add volume to the cheeks, there is a Restylane product suitable for their needs.
• Proven Safety: Restylane has a well-established safety profile when administered by board-certified dermatologist like Dr. Michael Rains who has the experience and expertise to deliver desired results.
• Minimally Invasive: Restylane injections are minimally invasive and typically require little to no downtime. Patients can often resume their regular activities shortly after treatment.
• Customization: Restylane treatments can be tailored to each individual’s unique facial anatomy and desired outcomes. Dr. Rains can adjust the amount of filler and injection technique to achieve personalized results.
• Consistency: Restylane fillers are manufactured with a high level of quality control, resulting in consistent product performance and reliability.
• Trusted Brand: Restylane is a well-established and trusted brand in the field of cosmetic dermatology. It has a track record of safety and patient satisfaction.

What is the procedure?

Restylane injections are an office procedure that takes about 30 – 40 minutes, depending on the number of areas to be treated. A fine needle or cannula is used to inject the filler into the targeted areas.

How long do results last?

The results of Restylane treatments are often noticeable immediately, with improvements in volume and a reduction in the appearance of lines and wrinkles. The duration of results vary from person to person depending on such factors as the specific product used, the treatment area, individual metabolism and lifestyle factors.

• Restylane L results typically last 6-12 months.
• Restylane Lyft results typically last 6-18 months.
• Restylane Silk results typically last 6-12 months.
• Restylane Defyne results typically last 12-18 months.

Results can last from several months to a year or more, depending on the specific product used and individual factors. To maintain results, periodic touch-ups are necessary.

What are the side effects?

Side effects are rare and typically resolve within a few days. They may include temporary swelling, bruising and redness, and mild discomfort at the injection sites.

The key to success with dermal fillers is the experience and expertise of the injector. Dr. Michael Rains is an expert with an artistic eye and a strong aesthetic sense for facial proportions and symmetry, enabling him to enhance a patient’s appearance while maintaining a natural look.

Contact Dr. Rains at Beacon Dermatology in Asheville, North Carolina to schedule a cosmetic consultation. He will listen to your concerns and goals and evaluate your appearance to determine the best treatment plan for your needs.

Contact Dr. Michael Rains at Beacon Dermatology in Asheville, North Carolina to schedule a consultation. He will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan to improve your condition.

Dr. Michael Rains is a board-certified dermatologist and the founder of Beacon Dermatology in Asheville, North Carolina. His approach to aesthetic and dermatological treatments are holistically focused on revealing and enhancing a patient’s natural beauty. Dr. Rains is known for his caring and compassionate approach to medicine, listening to his patients’ concerns and goals and ensuring they receive excellent care and education to ensure they can make informed decisions about their treatments.