The Basics of Restylane Injections - Info on Non-Surgical Aesthetic Enhancements Posted By : Daniel Beasley

Restylane® is a clear gel that is injected into wrinkles and acts as a filler, smoothing out even very deep wrinkles such as those on the forehead or those that run between the nose and the mouth called nasolabial folds. Restylane® can effectively treat even wrinkles that are not helped by Botox or chemical peels. The filler can also be used to give extra fullness or enhanced shape to the lips.



One unique feature of Restylane® is that the results can be removed if a patient is not happy with them. The same cannot be said for all fillers. It is important to seek out a doctor that has a lot of experience working with Restylane. Be sure to look through the doctor’s portfolio of other patients that have had Restylane® injections at his hands.



Because it is not required that a doctor perform this procedure, it is not uncommon for nurses or even “cosmetic technicians” to provide the treatment. Since the quality of the results depend largely on the skill of the person who injects the filler, it is a good idea to request that your procedure be performed by a doctor.



After deciding which areas will be treated, the doctor will decide how many units of Restylane® are needed to treat each of those areas. After cleaning the skin, the doctor will inject the prescribed amount of Restylane and then shape and smooth it with his hands.



Patients can leave the office immediately after the injections and return to normal activities. There may be minimal pain and some swelling that can last up to two days. Full results can be seen within a week. Side effects include headache and pain and discoloration at the site of the injections. Some patients also experience temporary muscle weakness. The results are not permanent and treatments must be repeated every four to six months in order to maintain desired results.



The cost of Restylane® injections depends on the size of the area being treated, the amount of product used and the number of treatments required. The average cost is $300-$750 per syringe of Restylane®.

For Restylane treatments in London or cosmetic dentistry in London, visit

Dr. Mark Hughes.