Frequently Asked Questions
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There are different kinds of dermal filler products on the market to choose from, but you rarely find a dermal filler that is as versatile and as effective as Restylane. Additionally, Restylane®’s hyaluronic acid consistency attracts water, helping your skin stay radiant and hydrated. Over time, the compound will also aid in natural collagen production, offering long-term results. . After extensive research, Dr. Giuliante has chosen Restylane due to its superior ingredients, natural results, and effect in stimulating the body to produce its own anti-aging effects.
Restylane works by placing volume underneath your skin where you’ve lost collagen and other tissue. This will help prop up droopy skin, smoothing it out and making it look plumper. The hyaluronic acid in Restylane clings to your skin and the water in the acid provides volume. The acid also attracts more water, helping to preserve the recently added volume.
Some patients have reported swelling, itching, pain, bruising and redness. Swelling is common, shouldn’t be severe, and you should expect it to go down in no more than 36 hours. You’ll probably experience some bruising and discomfort, which you can alleviate with Tylenol. While you’ll be able to return to your normal routine immediately, take it easy!
If you experience issues like intense pain or discharge, contact Dr. Giuliante immediately. Most complications can be corrected with prompt treatment.
Yes, Dr. Giuliante will give you specific instructions, which include the following:
· Avoid touching or rubbing the area for at least 6 hours
· Avoid alcohol for 24 hours after the filler
· Avoid strenuous exercise and heat exposure including saunas and hot tubs for 48 hours
· Do not have any other treatments on the face
· Your skin may be especially sensitive to sunlight, so avoid direct sun and heat for at least 24 hours or until your redness and swelling have gone down.
· Steer clear of blood thinners such as aspirin, Ibuprofen, and Motrin for 5 days following the filler treatment may increase the chance of bruising
· Avoid Laser Treatments. If you’re planning a laser treatment, postpone it for at least two weeks after the injection. Lasers generate a lot of heat, and it can cause the filler to break down and dissolve more quickly than it usually does.
There are some complications, that, although rare, could be permanent, and include:
scabbing (temporary)
scarring (permanent)
stroke
paleness or a white tinge to the affected skin
abnormal vision
blindness
severe pain
In rare cases, bumps could form beneath the skin which may require corticosteroid or surgical treatment. Any symptoms that appear to be outside the norm or continue to get worse require your doctor’s immediate attention.
Yes, Dr. Giuliante will give you specific instructions, which include the following:
· · Avoid consuming excessively hot meals for the first 24 hours. Enjoy cold foods like yogurt and ice cream to get the soothing effect
· Avoid touching or rubbing the area for at least 6 hours
· Avoid alcohol for 24 hours after the filler
· Avoid Laser Treatments. If you’re planning a laser treatment, postpone it for at least two weeks after the injection. Lasers generate a lot of heat, and it can cause the filler to break down and dissolve more quickly than it usually does.
· Do not have any other treatments on the lips
· Don’t Use Makeup Too Soon. If you can, wait at least 24 hours before applying makeup to your lips. Applying previously used or opened lipstick on your freshly injected lips is a definite no-go because of the risk of infection. It’s important not to apply too much pressure.
· Your skin may be especially sensitive to sunlight, so avoid direct sun and heat for at least 24 hours or until your redness and swelling have gone down.
Dr. Giuliante offers concierge Botox administration at an unbelievable $10/unit! She will be able to provide you a no-obligation estimated final cost estimate prior to your appointment. We encourage you to compare prices to prove that she offers the lowest cost option in the area, and accompanies it with personalized service that you will not experience at your local doctor's offices!
Although most of Dr. Giuliante's clients have not report any bruising, it is an expected side effect and sometimes cannot be avoided. Though associated bruising will likely be very mild and easily covered up with makeup, it is not recommended that clients receive botox within two weeks of any major event.
No, and for good reason! After a significant amount of research, Dr. Giuliante has chosen Xeomin, rather than botox. Brand name Botox has two disadvantages, making Xeomin a superior product.
First, brand name Botox contains an additional protein, which can cause allergic reactions (although rare). Xeomin does not contain this protein, and therefore is known as "organic Botox" or "naked Botox".
Second, due to the aforementioned protein, the body can build up a resistance to Botox. This causes the body to create antibodies, which means that, over time, you may require a higher dose of Botox to achieve the same result. Xeomin does not create antibodies. Therefore, the dose of Xeomin that you initially need will not be required to increase, unless you choose to achieve a different result.
