Restylane^® White Plains New York

What to Expect During Treatment?

The procedure is performed in-office with local anesthesia and usually takes about one hour to complete. Based on patient goals, the doctor will determine how many injections are necessary to achieve the best results. Each area will be properly cleaned with an antiseptic to reduce the chances of infection. You may go home following the treatment and recovery time takes less than one day. Most patients see some results right away, but it can take up to two weeks before seeing the final results.

Possible Side Effects

As with any treatment, there may be side effects the most common side effects include:

• Redness

• Swelling

• Pain

• Bruising

• Headache

• Itching at the injection site

• Lump formation

• Impaired hand function

Typically, these symptoms are mild and remedy itself in about a week if using it as a wrinkled corrector, or two weeks if using it as lip enhancement.

Rare and serious side effects include:

• Infection

• Recurrence of herpetic eruptions

• Superficial necrosis at the injection site

Keep in mind; there are additional side effects when using an injectable in the face. While these side effects are rare, they may be permanent. They include:

• Vision abnormalities

• Blindness

• Stroke

• Scabs

• Permanent scarring

What to Expect After the Treatment?

The number of injections a patient receives will greatly determine the length of their recovery time. Most patients are able to return to work after one day, but some may need up to a week of recovery if they have several injections. While many patients may have immediate results, Restylane is not a permanent filler. Many factors will determine the lifespan of the fillers, but most patients will require touch-up fillers every six to eighteen months.