Does Perfecta last as long as Restylane? (For under eyes)

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I know Restylane is the standard for HA fillers but was wondering if Perfecta would be a better choice due to cost difference for a first timer. I'm debating between getting Restylane and Perfecta but will ultimately choose the one that lasts the longest and is the most effective. I will be traveling abroad so Perfecta is approved for use in the travelling country. Interested to hear some opinion from the doctors here about what they think about Perfecta fillers. Thank you!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I like voluma and belotero under the eyes, for a long term result. I suggest you see an expert.  Perfecta is not approved in the US.  Dr. Emer.

Lee A. Gibstein, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Perfecta is another HA similar to those widely available n the US. Perfecta is currently not approved in the US. There are different thickness available outside the US but I do not have experience with this product. The current available products in the US have different thicknesses and longevity based on the amount of HA and cross-linking or the molecules. Injections under the eyes is one of the more challenging areas to inject and the experience of the MD is paramount to the success. I would recommend that you chose a physician in your general vicinity so that you may follow up and be sure that your result meets your expectations. If you are treated outside of the US and have any issues when you return it can complicate your experienceLook for a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist with significant filler experience nearby and I have no doubt you will achieve an excellent resultBest of LuckDrG

Heidi A. Waldorf, MD · Answer

Unfortunately Perfecta is not yet approved in the USA so I cannot comment on it specifically.  However, I strongly recommend that you have your treatment closer to home and base it on the physician doing the treatment - not the product or the cost (most fillers are cheaper in Europe - the pharmaceutical companies charge less for them to the doctors and the doctors generally have less overhead.  The cost to physicians of approved fillers can be 25 - 50% more in the USA than the UK for example.)  You want to have access to the physician if you have questions and for any complications or follow up.    Remember that it is the painter, not the paint, that makes a masterpiece.I hope this answer was helpful.  Best wishes.

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

I do not recommend you get filler under the eyelid as this area has very thin skin and all fillers result in a blue hue and bubble look; once you get this complication you will regret having done this; in addition, it can take years for this to go away.

Val Lambros, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

in general you don't want to be the first one to try something. Europe is notorious for having a lot of fillers that turn out to be problematic after some experience with it. the website describes something very similar to restylane which experience show will last up to 4 years in the tear troughs. the main issue is whether or not it can be dissolved if you have a problem. If it is  highly cross linked you may not be able to dissolve it. I suggest that putting cost as your only object you are making a terrible mistake. It's not safety and results should be your first priority

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