The Restylane Treatment

Approved by the FDA in 2003, Restylane has become one of the most dependable non-surgical cosmetic procedures with the purpose of minimizing and concealing the signs of aging. The Restylane injection is mainly composed of a hyaluronic acid (a complex sugar used in the skin’s tissue), which provides moisture to the skin, minimizes wrinkles, and gives a more youthful look and feel to the patient’s skin. You can reach Dr. Louis Apostolakis for this treatment in Austin. Restylane is also affordable and known to produce better results than other non-surgical cosmetic procedures.

The Function

Restylane Injections are mainly used as a wrinkle filler, but can also be used to sculpt the lips and areas around the nose. The treatment itself allows for water attraction and retention, allowing for more hydrated and dense skin. This type of filling stretches the skin, reducing the wrinkles. Additional benefits of a Restylane treatment are its long-lasting effects.

The Procedure

Restylane injections are mainly used to treat patients older than 35 and is administered only in a medical environment, whether it is done in Austin or elsewhere. The treatment is usually administered along with a local anesthetic. This is to fight the discomfort of the needle since Restylane, unlike older treatments, does not contain lidocaine. The procedure lasts no longer than 30 minutes. In a typical procedure:

• The doctor decides the best place to begin and end the treatment

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• The doctor calculates the amount of Restylane to inject.
• The injection begins. Water retains volume under the skin and the hyaluronic acid helps keep the skin looking healthy.
• The full effects of the treatment are apparent within the week.

Contact Us

For more resources on Restylane and other non-surgical procedures available, contact Austin facial plastic surgeon Dr. Louis Apostolakis, M.D. at 512-329-8989 and find out what treatment is best for you.