What Are Good Restylane Alternatives?

There are many fillers similar to Restylane which contain the chemical hyaluronic acid- Perlane and Juvederm to name a few.  These fillers are indicated to restore volume in the lips, under the eyes, and the nasolabial folds.  They can last anywhere from 4 months to a year. 

Another good choice for a filler is Radiesse. This is a different chemical than the above fillers and is best used for the nasolabial folds and to restore volume in the cheek.  It is not recommended for use under the eyes or in the lips.  It can last up to one year.

Please consult with an experienced injector, such as a plastic surgeon or dermatologist, prior to using these products.

Best wishes,

Dr. Bruno

Some good alternative fillers to Restylane are Perlane, Juvederm Ultra or Juvederm Ultra Plus, and Radiesse and if depends on what goals you are trying to acheive with filler. I would only inject the lips and tear toughs with Juvederm Ultra or Reatylane.

Restylane is just one of many fillers available.  An experienced doctor will always have more than one choice for a filler.  Different areas of the face require different characteristics for a filler.  Restylane is one of many hyaluronic acid products.  In our practice we advise our patients on an optimal filler, depending on the desired result.  Make sure your doctor can explain to you his choice in filler.

Restylane is an excellent hyaluronic acid product.  In Canada, they have recently introduced the restylane and perlane (thicker version of restylane, longer-lasting) mixed with a small amount of local anesthetic.  This makes the procedures less traumatic to our patients and minimize any larger bruising seen with the traditional dental blocks.  Juvederm is an excellent alternative, which also comes mixed with local anesthetic, and is available in Toronto Canada.

The real question to ask is "what are your goals with fillers?".  Restylane is a hyaluronic acid (HA) filler which is very appropriate for lip augmentation and perioral line filling.  Juvederm is another HA filler which works very well for this purpose.  If your concerns relate to Nasolabial folds and/or facial volume, a more durable filler/volumizer like Radiesse or Sculptra should be considered.