I had 1 syringe of Restylane injected into my left nasolabial fold about 3 weeks ago. I was immediately impressed with the results. However, after about 2 weeks, the wrinkle was fully evident again. Did the doctor do something wrong, or did my body reject it? What happened? I don't have that kind of money to waste. Thanks.
December 13, 2009
Answer: 2 weeks is too short for Restylane effects to disappear It sounds like one of two things are going on: It could be that the initial satisfaction you had was related to swelling and now that this has subsided, there may not be enough product to fill the area in question. It could also be that the product was injected incorrectly which will cause premature degrading. Either way, 2 weeks is much too short a time for the product results to disappear. We suggest as a starting point to go back to your injector for a checkup to further explore what's going on. If that does not work out well for you, get a second opinion with another injector. Good luck.
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December 13, 2009
Answer: 2 weeks is too short for Restylane effects to disappear It sounds like one of two things are going on: It could be that the initial satisfaction you had was related to swelling and now that this has subsided, there may not be enough product to fill the area in question. It could also be that the product was injected incorrectly which will cause premature degrading. Either way, 2 weeks is much too short a time for the product results to disappear. We suggest as a starting point to go back to your injector for a checkup to further explore what's going on. If that does not work out well for you, get a second opinion with another injector. Good luck.
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January 11, 2009
Answer: Restylane for smile lines: think about 2 or 3 vials Generally the nasolabial folds are deep structures that benefit from significant volume. It was likely injected on the deeper side which can hide some of the fullness but if you inject it too superficially it may be too visible. One syringe is probably not enough for you and you may likely require two or three syringes. Obviously that presents a financial burden for you. The alternatives are to undergo other fillers such as Radiesse which pack more product into each syringe or to contemplate autologous fat injections which cost more upfront but may provide you with a longer term result.
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January 11, 2009
Answer: Restylane for smile lines: think about 2 or 3 vials Generally the nasolabial folds are deep structures that benefit from significant volume. It was likely injected on the deeper side which can hide some of the fullness but if you inject it too superficially it may be too visible. One syringe is probably not enough for you and you may likely require two or three syringes. Obviously that presents a financial burden for you. The alternatives are to undergo other fillers such as Radiesse which pack more product into each syringe or to contemplate autologous fat injections which cost more upfront but may provide you with a longer term result.
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