Restylane

As one of the most popular dermal fillers in the world, Restylane® offers a variety of products that effectively treat a range of concerns—from lift sagging skin, hollow areas, and deep wrinkles to laugh lines and dull, thin lips.

About Restylane facial filler

We’re excited to offer Restylane dermal filler at our medical spa in Houston. Its active ingredient is stabilized hyaluronic acid, the ingredient that helps keep the skin plump, healthy, and hydrated. Restylane fills areas underneath the skin, which results in softened lines, the provision of youthful volume where needed, and a lifting effect.

Our Restylane products

While there is a wide array of Restylane products, we have chosen to focus on the following based on patient satisfaction and our own expertise.

Restylane Lyft

Best for nasolabial lines, enhancing cheek contour, and plumping the mid-face

One of the strongest facial fillers available
Used mainly for cheek augmentation
Effectively lifts sagging skin of the face
Adds youthful volume to deep wrinkles
Improves sunken or hollow areas of the face
Has the most lifting capability of any Restylane product
Lasts up to 18 months

Restylane Kysse

Best for lip augmentation and smoker’s lines

Highly advanced dermal filler made specifically for the lips
Adds a beautiful fullness
Smooths “smoker’s lines”
Enhances lip color
Was developed to provide extra-flexible movement and natural-looking volume
Provides an overall more attractive appearance
Lasts up to 12 months

Restylane Refyne

Best for moderate laugh lines

Developed specifically to lessen laugh lines
A very flexible formula that disperses well
Lasts up to 18 months

Restylane Defyne

Best for deep laugh lines

Developed with a thick gel to address severe laugh lines
Lasts up to 18 months

Candidates for Restylane treatments
If you’re considering Restylane facial filler in Houston, it may be the perfect treatment for your cosmetic goals. The best candidates for Restylane:

Are over the age of 21
Are in general good health
Do not have any type of bleeding disorder
Are not pregnant or breastfeeding

Are not allergic to lidocaine
Do not have an active skin infection
Are not allergic to gram positive bacteria
Have reasonable expectations for what Restylane can accomplish

Restylane treatment details

Before treatment, you may be given a local anesthetic, but it may not be necessary. Your specialist will carefully administer Restylane with an ultra-fine needle into the skin with a series of injections where needed. The injections generally take 15 to 30 minutes.

Recovery and results

Restylane results can last anywhere from 6 to 12 months, depending on the patient. At that point, the patient’s natural metabolism will break the filler down and clear it away. Results can be maintained with touch-up treatments (using less filler) after the initial results fade. As with most cosmetic injectables, downtime after treatment is minimal, but there may be mild redness, swelling, bruising, and/or tenderness in the treated area for up to one week.

(It’s best to avoid blood thinners such as aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication, St. John’s wort, and vitamin E before and after a treatment to minimize bruising.) Some patients also experience a “full” sensation at the injection site. It’s best to avoid alcohol, exercise, heat, and UV exposure for 24 hours after treatment.

After your initial treatment, it’s a good idea to schedule touch-up treatments every 4 to 9 months for optimal results — however, many patients see their results lasting much longer.

Dr. Mentz for dermal filler in Houston

If you’re interested in Restylane, you’re in the right place. As one of the country’s best facelift doctors, Dr. Henry Mentz deeply cares about any cosmetic procedure involving the face. In addition, facial rejuvenation procedures make up about 50% of our services every year, so you can be certain that you’re in excellent hands. As an internationally respected plastic surgeon who holds the distinctive honor of being the nation’s first triple board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Mentz upholds a standard of safety and quality at his practice, and we offer detail-oriented, patient-centric service; in-depth expertise, and comprehensive care. Our team is warm, compassionate, professional, and friendly. Your feeling of aesthetic empowerment when you see your results is our greatest reward.

FAQ

What exactly is hyaluronic acid?

Hyaluronic acid is a natural molecule that we all have within our body. It’s a moisture-binding substance that keeps the skin plump, firm, and hydrated.

Will Restylane make me look “overdone”?

When administered by licensed, skilled, experienced medical professionals, any facial filler should appear natural and complementary to your existing good looks. As a triple board-certified surgeon in Plastic Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery, and Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Mentz upholds a high standard for any cosmetic procedure — especially those of the face. Your injector will carefully study your facial proportions to achieve the correct balance, for the most natural-looking outcome possible.