If you are struggling with the visual effects of aging, you can rewind the clock with a dermal filler treatment like Restylane® Refyne. This hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler draws moisture from the cells in your skin to replenish the volume of your skin with natural-looking results. Learn if you’re a good candidate for this treatment at Mimi Lee, MD in Little Rock, AR.
What Sets Restylane® Refyne Apart From Other Dermal Fillers?
Restylane® Refyne is a filler that is uniquely designed to address fine lines and wrinkles on the mid-face, particularly the area around the nose and mouth. Moderate to severe smile lines are softened when this treatment increases skin volume, which allows you to look several years younger. Unlike other treatments, this dermal filler is intended for mid-to-deep injections, so the results will look very natural because the filler will blend with surrounding tissues.
Another standout feature of this dermal filler is the XpresHAn Technology™, which is a unique formulation that allows the hyaluronic acid-based gel to remain flexible in the most dynamic areas of the face. In a practical sense, this means that the dermal filler will move naturally with your skin and facial muscles to produce the most natural-looking results possible.
Treatment Benefits
The advantages of using Refyne to restore your youthful appearance include fast and long-lasting results. You can expect the results of this dermal filler to develop within one week of your appointment, which is faster than many other filler treatments. The results of this treatment usually last for 12 months, so scheduling annual appointments is one way you can maintain continuous results.
What Are Pre-Care Instructions?
About one week before your treatment, you will need to follow pre-care instructions so you can achieve the best results. You will be directed to temporarily stop using supplements like vitamin C, ginkgo, and fish oil, as well as OTC medications like NSAIDs and aspirin, or any other medications that may have blood-thinning side effects.
At least three days before your treatment, you should stop using any antibiotics. You will need to temporarily stop using retinoid skincare products and chemical exfoliants. You should also not wax or bleach the area around your mouth, and you will need to avoid alcoholic beverages until after your appointment.
What Should You Expect From Your Appointment?
Your treatment will typically take half an hour to one hour to complete, depending on the severity of your volume loss and the number of areas being injected. This minimally invasive treatment has lidocaine incorporated into the injectable treatment, so the treatment itself is very comfortable. On the day of your treatment, you should not wear any cosmetics to your appointment.
What Are Post-Care Instructions?
After your Refyne treatment, you will need to avoid exposing your skin to direct sunlight and other forms of UV exposure, such as tanning beds. It’s best to avoid hot water, steam, and excessive heat so you don’t disturb the settling of the filler. You should not vigorously rub your skin on any injection sites for a day. Other than these restrictions, you will not have any downtime associated with the treatment.
Some patients may benefit from using a cold compress within the first 24 hours of treatment. You should rest on your back to avoid putting pressure on filler areas. You may also be instructed to avoid using cosmetics on the first day and to avoid the use of active skincare products for a couple of days to get the best results from your treatment.
When Can You Schedule Other Treatments?
For many patients, a standalone dermal filler treatment isn’t enough to address all aesthetic concerns. While dermal fillers are excellent treatments to improve facial volume and minimize wrinkles, issues related to scarring and hyperpigmentation may require other aesthetic treatments. Microneedling and energy-based treatments can be scheduled a few weeks after your dermal filler appointment to achieve your aesthetic goals.
You may also be able to use other Restylane® products to address your age-related concerns, such as Defyne. The Defyne treatment is ideal for moderate marionette lines, chin augmentation, and deep nasolabial folds. The original Restylane® dermal filler can be used to smooth the appearance of crow’s feet, undereye hollowness, thinning lips, and more.
Who Are Good Candidates?
The best candidates for Restylane® Refyne are people over the age of 21 who want to minimize the appearance of laugh lines, smile lines, or other moderate nasolabial wrinkles. You will need to attend a consultation before your treatment to ensure you are a good candidate for this treatment. If you have a cold sore or fever blister on your appointment date, you will need to reschedule.
People who are typically not qualified for this treatment include those who have a history of severe allergic reactions, a sensitivity to lidocaine, and people who have bleeding disorders. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you are not a candidate for this treatment.
Dermal fillers like Restylane® might be the key to unlocking your youthful appearance. This dynamic treatment can produce natural-looking results that flex with the movement of your face. Schedule a consultation with Mimi Lee, MD in Little Rock, AR.