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Restylane Defyne is a dermal filler containing hyaluronic acid that helps smooth deep laugh lines, also known as nasolabial folds and marionette lines.
The original Restylane filler was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2003. Restylane products add volume underneath the skin, which can help smooth and lift the look of lines. Patients may notice skin that looks fuller and smoother after treatment.
The main ingredient of Restylane, hyaluronic acid, adheres to the skin. The water in the acid provides volume and attracts more bodily fluids, helping to preserve the newly-added volume.
As we grow older, the body produces less collagen, leading to a loss of elasticity and the increased appearance of lines. These wrinkles commonly form in two areas: from the sides of the nose toward the corners of the mouth (nasolabial folds) and from the corners of the mouth toward the chin (marionette lines). Patients concerned about these types of wrinkles should consider the benefits of Restylane Defyne.
Restylane Defyne may offer the following benefits:
Restylane Defyne may be an option for patients who have moderate to severe deep facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds.
Restylane is not recommended for individuals who:
Before the procedure, patients should tell the provider about medications they are currently taking. If patients qualify for Restylane Defyne, they will need to stop taking the following before the procedure can take place:
Before the procedure can begin, the provider will apply a mild anesthetic to help alleviate pain. Next, the provider will clean the injection sites with an antiseptic. To help determine how much Restylane Defyne is necessary, the provider will consider the severity of the patient’s wrinkles. The injections will then be made using an ultrafine needle.
The entire procedure may take a few minutes to half an hour, and patients can usually go home right away, with little to no downtime for many.
Patients will typically notice full results within a week after the procedure. Some change can be visible soon after treatment because Restylane Defyne adds volume once injected.
To maintain results, patients will need to receive additional rounds of injections.
Normal and temporary side effects include temporary redness, bruising or swelling that typically resolves within a week. After the procedure, patients should limit their sun exposure to prevent exacerbating signs of swelling or bruising.
Patients may experience the following potential side effects:
These side effects typically resolve within seven to 18 days.
The risks of Restylane Defyne include:
Individual results vary. These photos show one person’s results and are not a guarantee of your results.
