Restylane® Contour In Gainesville, FL

Restylane® Contour

Full, contoured, voluminous cheeks are associated with beauty, health, and youth. The cheeks are also an essential facial feature that provides scaffolding upon which our skin rests and allows us to display expressions. Be true to your contour with Restylane® Contour, a cosmetic filler designed for natural-looking results and reclaimed definition of your cheeks, with a treatment you can trust and results that last. This Restylane® cheek filler is the only filer that uses XpresHAn Technology™ to restore your natural contour, replenish your dynamic expressions, and refresh your appearance.

Gainesville Dermatology Aesthetic Center is proud to provide the complete line of Restylane® fillers, including Restylane® Kysse, Restylane® Lyft Restylane® Refyne™ Restylane® Defyne™ Restylane® Silk, and Restylane® Contour. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with a dermatologist in Gainesville and to learn more about our available selection of dermal fillers for cosmetic rejuvenation for every desire.

What Is Restylane® Contour?

For patients seeking non-invasive cheek augmentation and cheek enhancement through dermal fillers, Restylane® for cheeks is a game-changer. As we age, we lose volume in our midface and definition in our cheeks. Restylane® Contour is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for cheek augmentation and correction of midface contour deficiencies in adults over 21.

When injected into the cheek area, Restylane® Contour adds desired volume and shapeliness without significant downtime, or a lengthy procedure. Using XpresHAn Technology™, Restylane® Contour is unique in its ability as a flexible, smooth gel that integrates naturally with the skin and soft tissue to lift and volumize the skin seemlessly. For more information about cheek fillers and to schedule an appointment for treatment with Restylane® Contour, contact our office.

How Does Restylane® Contour Work?

Restylane® Contour is a dermal filler injected under the facial skin, and, once in place, it can increase the volume of the midface. It may also be used to increase the fullness of the cheeks. Restylane® Contour is made out of hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring sugar found in the body that gives the skin its elasticity, moisture, and volume, as well as a small amount of lidocaine, which is a common local anesthetic used to numb the skin.

In this hyaluronic acid filler or HA filler, the ingredients are crosslinked with BDDE. BBDE is an ingredient that helps form a network of HA, resulting in a gel filler that lasts longer at the treatment site. Additionally, the formula is highly viscous, which best lends itself to addressing deficiencies in the midface while allowing patients to maintain their full range of expressions! For more information about how Restylane® Contour works, contact our Gainesville dermatology office.

How Long Does Restylane® Contour Last?

Restylane® Contour treatments are quick, convenient, and nearly painless. Depending on the number of injections you will receive during the procedure, you may only be in our office for 15 minutes at a time, or so. The injection of additional doses or types of cosmetic fillers will likely increase the duration of your procedure.

When Restylane® Contour with Lidocaine is used for the treatment of wrinkles and folds and volume loss in the midface regions, such as to correct the appearance of volume loss and definition loss in the midface and cheeks, the results may last for up to 12 months, or one year, following initial injections. Schedule an appointment to view additional Restylane® before and after photos.

How Many Restylane® Treatments Will I Need?

Among the numerous benefits of fillers is their ability to be customized for tailored treatments that best address each patient's unique needs. Another benefit is the lasting power of dermal fillers. Restylane® Contour injectable gel temporarily restores volume to the midface and fullness to the cheeks in patients 21 or older, with visible results that last and can be maintained through supplemental injections.

By their nature, dermal fillers offer temporary results. Yet, patients who receive injections with cosmetic fillers may expect enduring qualities, such as improved skin elasticity, restored facial volume, and a naturally enhanced appearance. To schedule a consultation for your initial treatment with Restylane® Contour and to schedule touch-up injections to maintain your desired results, contact Gainesville Dermatology Aesthetic Center.

Who Is A Candidate For Restylane® Contour?

The vast majority of patients who are in good general health, over the age of 21, and seek to improve the appearance of their midface and address volume loss in their cheeks are considered good candidates for treatment with Restylane® fillers. Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a history of severe allergies to lidocaine or any of the ingredients in the Restylane® Contour formula, those with bleeding disorders, or who take medications that affect bleeding and blood clotting may not be eligible to receive Restylane® injections.

The best way to determine your candidacy for treatment with Restylane® Contour is to discuss these factors and your skin care goals with your Gainesville skin care specialist. Restylane® products are approved by the FDA and are considered safe to use in specific treatment areas. Contact Gainesville Dermatology Aesthetic Center to determine the best dermal filler to meet your goals for aesthetic treatment.

Potential Restylane® Contour Side Effects

When injected into the skin by a professional, certified provider, Restylane® Contour is confirmed to be safe and effective for temporarily restoring volume to the midface and fullness to the cheeks in adults. While some patients may experience side effects following their treatment, they are typically rare, mild, and resolve quickly.

Potential side effects from injections with Restylane® Contour may include swelling, bruising, itching, redness, pain, and tenderness in or near the injection site. Any discomfort or tenderness will likely subside within days after the procedure. If you are unsure about your medical history concerning these allergies, please discuss this with your dermatologist. For more information, please call our office.

Restylane® Contour Aftercare

You will be provided with specific instructions regarding how to prepare for your treatment with Restylane® Contour, as well as instructions for after your procedure. In general however, consider the following after treatment with Restylane® Contour.

Avoid touching the treated area within 6 hours after injections.
After 6 hours, you may gently wash the treated area with soap and water.
For the first 24 hours, avoid strenuous activity and exercise.
For 24 hours after injections, avoid sun exposure and exposure to extreme temperatures.
If you experience redness, swelling, and/or itching, you can apply an ice pack to the area for relief.
Avoid taking aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, St. John's Wort, and high doses of vitamin E supplements for 1 week after treatment, as these may increase bruising and bleeding at the injection site(s).
Consult your dermatologist regarding any questions about your treatment and aftercare. Schedule follow-up appointments to maintain your results.