Restylane® in Dallas, TX

Dallas, TX plastic surgeon Dr. Phillip Dauwe provides a wide range of dermal filler treatments to help correct aging in the face, addressing wrinkles, lines, and lost volume. It is a popular brand of dermal filler injections since it treats multiple issues with specialized formulas for results that are long-lasting. Restylane uses a synthetic version of the body's natural HA (hyaluronic acid), providing the complexion with a softer, natural appearance that is fuller and more supple. A unique dermal filler plan can address mild, moderate, or severe facial wrinkles and lines, and also add fullness to the lips and mid-face. Phillip Dauwe, M.D. Plastic Surgery carries several Restylane dermal fillers, including:

• Restylane-L: Fills in facial folds and wrinkles
• Restylane Defyne: Corrects moderate to deep laugh lines and smile wrinkles
• Restylane Lyft: Creates volume in the mid-face and the cheeks
• Restylane Refyne: Fills in fine to moderate laugh and smile wrinkles
• Restylane Silk: Builds fullness in the lips and smoothes vertical lines on the lips

Restylane injectable treatments are suitable for any woman or man who is looking to rejuvenate their overall appearance. Since it has different formulas, your procedure will be individualized to suit your needs and concerns. Restylane may help you correct visible signs of age such as fine lines on your face, or improve the fullness in your cheeks and lips. It may also improve moderate or severe wrinkles like frown lines, laugh lines, Crow's feet, marionette lines, nasolabial folds, and more. Several treatments are mixed with lidocaine, a local anesthetic, to keep you comfortable throughout the treatment. You may not recieve Restylane injections if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

Restylane dermal injections are performed in our minor treatment room at Phillip Dauwe, M.D. Plastic Surgery. A numbing cream may be put on the treatment areas for greater comfort if preferred. The treatment is injected in your skin with a very fine needle and gently massaged so it reaches the selected areas. Several injections may be performed followed by a cold compress to decrease inflammation. Every Restylane formula is injected with a similar technique but on different areas treated to fit your unique concerns and goals.

Once your Restylane procedure is done, you may resume your day. Your recovery timeframe will vary based on what you are having treated so ask Dr. Dauwe about what you should expect. The treated areas may be slightly swollen and red, but this often fades away after several hours. Bruising may appear, but this may be camouflaged with cosmetics. It's suggested that you avoid strenuous activities like exercise for 1 – 2 days and you should sleep with your head propped up for at least the first night. You can expect to see changes right after the injections, but it often takes 1 week until the all the swelling resolves. Restylane injection treatments generally last about one year based on the formula selected.

How much does Restylane cost?
Costs for Restylane treatments will be based on several things like which product is selected, where it is used, the amount of filler used, and more. In your initial consultation, your injector will need to understand your areas of concerns before creating a custom injection plan. After this, costs can be estimated and we can review payment options.

What is Restylane most commonly used for?
The Restylane family of dermal fillers are each formulated to address different areas of the face. In your initial consultation, Dr. Dauwe will talk about the various formulas of Restylane and decide which fits your needs. Restylane-L, Defyne, and Refyne improve mild, moderate, or deep lines, wrinkles, and folds, Restylane Lyft will volumize the cheeks, and Restylane Silk addresses fine wrinkles.

How often do I need to come back for a touch-up?
Usually, Restylane results last from 6 – 18 months. Your results will vary based on which formula is selected, the injection sites, and other factors. In your initial consultation, your injector will make your Restylane treatment plan including when to make your next appointment to refresh your appearance.

Do Restylane injections hurt?
There may be some discomfort as the fine needle is injected under your skin. Before your injection, a local anesthetic can be applied to help you feel more comfortable. Following your injections, we will apply a cold compress to minimize bruising and swelling.

Will I look fake after Restylane?
Restylane injections, when done by a skilled practitioner, delivers a gorgeous outcome. The unique Restylane formula helps results look natural and soft. Phillip Dauwe, M.D. Plastic Surgery is pleased to offer Restylane injections that will help you appear rejuvenated and refreshed.

Revive your youth with a fast and effective nonsurgical procedure. Restylane is a popular brand of injectable treatments at Phillip Dauwe, M.D. Plastic Surgery, filling in wrinkles and lines or boosting fullness to give you a smoother, radiant look. Contact our Dallas, TX office to schedule a consultation with plastic surgeon Dr. Dauwe to get more information on the benefits of Restylane and other rejuvenating options.