What is Perlane used for?

hollowing in my cheeks and loads of lines...is perlane best for this...or try something else? thanks for the help! 

3 answers to “What is Perlane used for?”

A: Perlane indications

Steven Hacker, MD

Perlane is best used for deep facial lines - ideally the lines called nasolabial folds. Perlane is better suited for deeper lines vs. Restylane which is more ideal for more superficial lines. Perlane is not a permanent filler and will typically last 6-8 months in the nasolabial fold area.

A: Perlane is a great product for overall facial rejuvenation

Stella Desyatnikova, MD

Perlane works great for outlining cheek bones, lifting mid-face, and providing an overall visual lift to the face. The results that can be achieved are truly impressive. Depending on where your lines are, and how deep they are, you might need to have a combined treatment, perhaps with additional Restylane, or... more

A: Perlane for deep folds and lips

Michael A. Persky, MD

Perlane is the thicker relative of Restylane.  It works very well at filling the deep nasolabial folds.  It also works well in providing body to the lips.  Many physicians use it to add volume to the midface, marionette lines, and pre-jowl sulcus.

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