Restylane & Perlane
Stop The Signs Of Aging With Restylane® & Perlane®

As skin naturally loses collagen, fat, and moisture, fine lines and creases are formed. Daily expressions such as frowning and smiling will highlight lines and creases.

BEFORE                          AFTER

Presently, the normal aging process cannot be prevented; however its progress can be slowed with fillers such as Restylane® and Perlane®. After one of the sterile crystal-clear gels is injected into the skin, it will bind water and lift the wrinkles, thereby restoring the youthful resilience to your skin by replenishing its natural supply of hyaluronic acid. Restylane® and Perlane® are used for the following cosmetic purposes: Filling frown lines Filling crow’s feet Plumping thin lips and earlobes Uplifting mouth corners Softening heavy facial creases Reshaping a droopy jaw line Smoothing under-eye hollows Softening a cleft chin Rounding a pointy chin Filling sunken cheeks Adding Botox ® to a Restylane® or Perlane® treatment can increase the treatments effectiveness and maintain results longer. How long Restylane® or Perlane® hold their effect is very individualized and depends on many factors such as age, skin type, lifestyle, muscle activity, and injection technique. All injections are performed by Dr. Biskin in a comfortable office setting. Frequently Asked Questions Testimonials from our Restylane clients View Before & After Photos Call us today to schedule your complimentary consultation!

Medical Articles

1. In Vivo Stimulation of De Novo Collagen Production Caused by Cross-linked Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Filler Injections in Photodamaged Human Skin 
            http://archderm.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/abstract/143/2/155?maxtoshow=&eaf

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are Restylane® and Perlane®?	Restylane® and Perlane® are safe and natural cosmetic dermal fillers that restore volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds.
2. What is Restylane® and Perlane® made of?	They are the first and only cosmetic dermal fillers made of non-animal based hyaluronic acid, which is a natural substance that already exists in the human body and is used to provide volume and fullness to the skin.
3. What should patients do prior to treatment?	Restylane® and Perlane® require no pre-testing. Before treatment, avoid using aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, or high doses of Vitamin E because they may increase bruising or bleeding at the injection site.
4. Is Restylane safe ?	Yes.  Restylane® and Perlane® have been used safely by dermatologists and surgeons in Europe and Canada for many years.  And since they are non-animal based and fully biocompatible, there is virtually no risk of allergic reaction or animal based disease transmission.
5. How do Restylane® and Perlane® differ?	The difference lies in the size of the gel particles. Perlane® contains larger particles and is used when adding volume to sunken facial areas is desired. It is injected into the deep layers of the skin to restore facial contour.
6. How long do results last??	Average treatment results last six months or even longer.
7. How often should I have Restylane treatment?.	Restylane® and Perlane® last twice as long as collagen, so treatments are scheduled twice a year.
8. How are Restylane® and Perlane® different from Botox?	Restylane® and Perlane® are natural cosmetic fillers.  In contrast, Botox is a drug that blocks nerve transmission and relaxes the underlying muscles.
9. Do the injections hurt ?	The product is injected directly into the skin in tiny amounts with an ultra-fine needle, resulting in minimal discomfort.  Your physician may anesthetize the area to optimize comfort.
10. How much do Restylane® and Perlane® treatments cost?	Restylane® and Perlane® injections are customized based on specific needs, so cost will vary.  However, the cost is comparable to that of similar procedures.  But because they are longer lasting, they prove to be very economical over the long term.