subject: Put Your Wrinkles to Rest [print this page] If you've often wondered about lip augmentation, then maybe Restylane injections are the way to go. Restylane is the name for the formulation of a hyaluronic acid, or natural sugar compound, that is not taken from animals. It is commonly used in cosmetic augmentations of the lips. Restylane has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the purposes of these cosmetic injections.
The injections take place underneath wrinkles and age lines such as crow's feet. These injections often take place with anesthesia especially when being injected into the lips. The treatment can take anywhere from a few minutes to half an hour. The doctor will begin by choosing the places for injection. The doctor will then provide the information on how much Restylane is necessary. After the Restylane is injected, it adheres to the skin as the water contained in the acid retains the skins volume under the surface. Results are normally seen within a week of the injection.
There may be some swelling in the injected areas for about two to three days after the procedure. Patients are directed to stay out of the sun after the procedure, but can ultimately get back to life as normal. Restylane injections are only temporary and patients may receive follow-up injections. The most common side effects are headaches, flu-like symptoms nausea, and redness or soreness of the injected area. It is always best for possible patients to do their research on any type of procedure no matter how safe it may seem. Consult your doctor before making any decision on Restylane injection treatments.
