Restylane is the trade name for a specific formulation, used for lip augmentation.
Restylane is injected under wrinkles and aging lines of the face such as the, nasolabial folds (nose/mouth lines) melomental folds (crows feet) and forehead wrinkles. It may also be used for filling aging-related facial hollows and under eye areas around the eyes.
The process has a fast recovery time of 2 to 3 days. However, it is not permanent; reapplication is recommended approximately every six months.
Lip Augmentation is a procedure that uses synthetic or biological products or surgical procedures to enhance the lips, some being better than others.
The ideal lip filler would be soft, pliable and permanent, while at the same time removable, inexpensive and complication-free in any patient.
Lip Enhancement
Some reasons a person may consider lip enhancement include; small, deflated lips, asymmetry, reconstructive needs, drooping or sagging upper lip, lack of color, wrinkling from smoking and/or aging.
The following medications, or certain existing medical conditions, may be prevent you from being a good candidate for lip enhancement procedures:
- Accutane use for six months prior or following the procedure. Accutane may increase your chances of keloid-like scarring.
- Collagen/scarring/connective tissue disorders
- Lupus (for those seeking bovine collagen, or Artecoll injections; check with your doctor for further information)
- Active diseases, including diabetes, may affect outcome or increase risks.
- Problems with clotting
- Excessive oral plaque or dental abscesses
- Oral herpes
