Restylane is an FDA-approved and highly versatile dermal filler that is most commonly used to volumize and enhance the soft tissue of the face including the lips, cheeks, smile lines, nasolabial folds, temples, jawline, and chin. There are several different types of Restylane injections available at Kare Plastic Surgery in Santa Monica. Restylane is a brand-name of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers including Restylane, Restylane Sylk, Restylane Lyft, Restylane Refyne, and Restylane Defyne. All of these facial fillers are available at our Santa Monica plastic surgery office and we utilize Restylane fillers because they are a natural-looking option to correct mild to moderate wrinkles and smile lines caused by aging and volume loss. The risk of allergic complications are significantly lower with Restylane and it is an ideal dermal filler for those starting their journey with Botox and dermal fillers. Most cosmetic surgeons will confirm that Restylane is a safe and effective filler with few side effects and natural looking results that last up to 18 months .
The active ingredient in Restylane is known as hyaluronic acid (HA). When used to treat facial lines and wrinkles, Restylane is an injectable gel that is injected into the skin or dermis in order to add subtle volume beneath the skin. In patients with deep lines, Restylane can instantly fill and volumize the areas of lost collagen; whereas in area areas around the eyes and lips, Restylane can naturally enhance the soft tissue in order to eliminate fine lines. Dr. Karamanoukian, a double board-certified plastic surgeon at Kare plastic surgery, often combines Restylane with Botox injections or Dysport injections in order to enhance the anti-aging effects of these two injectable treatments.
Choosing the right healthcare provider for Restylane or Botox injections begins with thorough research and credentialing. Dr. Karamanoukian is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with an exceptional level of detail in cosmetic enhancement of the face and body. His mastery of techniques optimize his results and minimize his risks in patients who want natural results. Our goal is not to overly plump the features of the face, but rather give you a natural and subtle enhancement . During your treatment, Dr. Karamanoukian will perform Restylane injections in a professional and ethical manner in our Santa Monica plastic surgery office. Often times, local anesthetic is combined with Restylane injections in order to facilitate the treatment and ensure a pleasant experience. We will begin with a thorough examination and biometric analysis of your facial features to assess asymmetry and areas of volume loss. Precise amounts of Restylane are then injected beneath the skin in order to meticulously enhance the natural appearance of your upper and lower face. Proportional and symmetric injection techniques are essential and can help you achieve your desired goals. Most treatments will take minutes to perform after a careful examination and analysis of your facial features. You can resume normal activity within minutes after your procedure but are reminded that strenuous activity may further exacerbate bruising or swelling after treatment. You may also undergo treatments with Botox or Dysport injections during a Restylane treatment.
It is not uncommon to experience some mild redness, bruising, and swelling after your injection. Dr. Karamanoukian and his clinical staff are well experienced in the management of patients who are interested in dermal fillers. We will provide you with ice packs and a formulated dose of Arnica and bromelain in cream form in order to minimize post treatment bruising. You will notice an instant improvement immediately after your injections with the full results appearing within several days. To assess what whether you are a candidate for Restylane, it's always advisable for you to schedule a consultation to meet with Dr. Karamanoukian and his clinical nursing staff. Restylane is a non-surgical treatment and is most appropriate for patients who desire natural looking results in plastic surgery without surgical intervention. The number of treatments that you require; and the depth of volumization with Restylane fillers or Botox injections depends on your aesthetic goals and an assessment of your facial features.
We welcome same-day appointments and walk-ins when there is availability. We would like to accommodate your aesthetic goals and your needs and can help you take your next step in cosmetic enhancement at our office in Santa Monica. Consultations are provided by our clinical staff who are knowledgeable about Botox injections, Restylane injections, facial volumization with dermal fillers, and plastic surgery when appropriate. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Karamanoukian, please call our office at (310) 998-5533.
It is important to know that Restylane injections are FDA-approved for volumization of the face; and Botox injections are among the most common and safest procedures available for cosmetic enhancement. Kare Plastic Surgery offers a full array of cosmetic laser treatments, with skin resurfacing, skin tightening, facial volumization, and plastic surgery techniques for the face and body . Dr. Karamanoukian is also a specialist in the removal of facial fillers and in the management of facial filler complications in patients who have gone to other doctors and have complications from fillers such as migration, unknown filler swelling, nodularity, granulomas, and permanent filler complications. You should always visit a plastic surgeon who is knowledgeable about management and also aesthetic principles in order to optimize your results. Whether you want to smooth away fine wrinkles or enhance thin lips, youthful volume is achieved with a combination of dermal fillers, safe technique, and appropriate cosmetic evaluation.
Dr. Karamanoukian is double board-certified and is an active member of the American Society Plastic Surgeons. He is available for consultation in Santa Monica at Kare Plastic Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and has actively participated in international and national meetings and cosmetic advancements. Dr. Karamanoukian employs Restylane injections to volumize skin, for structural support, and for lifting an aged and saggy soft tissue. When combining Restylane and Botox injections, expertise is required to smooth facial wrinkles and folds and relax hyperactive muscles that can cause frowning and wrinkling. Restylane can be used to volumize moderate lines and wrinkles and is very effective around the eyes, chin, cheeks, jawline, and lips.
Lip fillers are a very commonly requested treatment in our Santa Monica office and we use Restylane products, with or without Botox, to volumize the vermilion and lip lines. Patients who want natural-looking volumization of the lips may require some plumping with Restylane fillers and results are expected to last approximately 18 months. Some patients will require a lip flip with Botox injections to help improve a gummy smile and small lip volume. These two treatments can be used in combination to volumize lips in patients who are requesting the French lip filler technique or the Russian lip filler technique. Our medical spa offers a wide range of services to help patients achieve their desired aesthetic outcomes. Botox and Restylane injections are the most commonly requested anti-aging treatments in the United States.
In recent international meetings on cosmetic surgery, clinical data has continued to support the efficacy of Restylane injections for lip volumization and also jawline contouring. Soft tissue augmentation with Restylane and other hyaluronic acid fillers is increasingly growing as a result of the long-term efficacy and safety of Restylane products. The product range associated with Restylane is specifically designed for different purposes and areas of the face including some Restylane products being more suitable for fine lip lines and eyelid tear trough rejuvenation whereas thicker Restylane products may be more appropriate for deep volumization of the cheeks and jawline . Hylauronic acid fillers continue to be the leading active ingredient in FDA approved dermal filling. To choose what products are specifically appropriate for your desired needs, Dr. Karamanoukian will advise you and recommend a specific protocol after examining your facial features, amount of skin aging, skin resiliency and elasticities, and symmetry. We will attempt to provide you with a comfortable experience during your injections, including cooling devices, ice packs, and numbing medication to help soothe the discomfort associated with needles.
If you are looking for ways to reduce the early signs of aging and rejuvenate and volumize your facial appearance, a combination of neurotoxins Botox and Dysport combined with Restylane hyaluronic acid fillers may be the most appropriate initial step for you. These nonsurgical treatments can diminish fine lines and wrinkles and optimize facial volumization and contouring. Dr. Karamanoukian can recommend the appropriate regimen with laser therapy and skin tightening in addition to FDA-approved Restylane and other hyaluronic acid products. Most patients will report a significant improvement in facial volumization coupled with fuller, more youthful looking skin after their injections. This is one of the reasons why we like to recommend skin tightening lasers and skin rejuvenating topical treatments to give you a more comprehensive and radiant complexion.
When preparing for your dermal filler injections, we advise you to explore the different options for anti-aging treatments with dermal fillers and neurotoxins Botox, and Dysport. When you come into the office, Dr. Karamanoukian will carefully examine your facial features and determine whether these treatments are appropriate for you. Patients with poor skin resiliency and significant skin laxity may also require skin tightening in addition to volumization. We advise patients to avoid aspirin and ibuprofen prior to the treatment in order to minimize bleeding during the procedure. It is conceivable that you may require more dermal fillers within the time span of your filler injections . In other words, although Restylane fillers may last for anywhere from one year to 18 months, it is not uncommon for patients to request more dermal fillers during that period.
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