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How Restylane Works
Restylane gels are cross-linked hyaluronic acid placed beneath the skin to replace volume that has been lost. The gel supports the tissue immediately and attracts water, giving a same-day result that continues to settle over the following two weeks.
The family spans several textures. Some products are built for firm structural support, others are formulated to stay flexible so they move naturally in expressive areas like the lips and the lower face.
Who Restylane Is For
Restylane suits patients looking to restore or define, including:
- Lip volume, shape and border definition
- Cheek and midface volume loss
- Lines from nose to mouth (nasolabial folds)
- Lines from corners of mouth to chin (labiomental area)
- Under-eye hollows and tear troughs
What to Expect
Treatment takes 30 to 60 minutes. Topical numbing is applied, and most Restylane products include lidocaine for comfort. Your provider will use a needle or a cannula depending on the area being treated.
You leave with a visible result. Swelling in the first few days is normal and expected, particularly with lip treatment.
Aftercare
Expect swelling and possible bruising for three to seven days. Ice intermittently on the first day, keep your head elevated overnight, and avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol and significant heat for 24 to 48 hours.
Assess your final result at two weeks, not before.
Session Length
30 to 60 minutes
Downtime
30 to 60 minutes
Session Count
One session, with touch-ups as needed
Results Timeline
Immediate, final result at about two weeks
Results Duration
Six to eighteen months depending on product and area
Device or Brand
Restylane® family (Galderma): Lyft, Kysse, Contour, Defyne, Refyne, Silk
FDA Status
FDA approved dermal fillers, with indications varying by product
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Restylane and Juvederm?
Both are hyaluronic acid fillers and both work well. They differ in gel texture and how they integrate with tissue, which is why a provider may prefer one over the other for a specific area or a specific patient.
How long does Restylane last?
Generally six to eighteen months depending on the product and the area treated.
Can Restylane be dissolved?
Yes. As a hyaluronic acid filler it can be reversed with hyaluronidase if needed.
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Dr. Todd A. Besnoff, MD
Medical Director
Top Doctor in Tampa Bay
Dr. Besnoff has been referred to as one of the Top Doctors in Tampa Bay (as seen in the recent Tampa Bay Magazine Top Doctors issue) and Top 100 Aesthetic Provider in America! Dr. Besnoff has assisted and/or performed hundreds of thousands of surgical procedures since 1995 in specialties such as plastic surgery, gynecology, tissue donation and life-saving emergency treatments. In fact, Ultimate Image has been known to have performed more BOTOX® / Dysport® treatments in Tampa Bay than any other provider.