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Non surgical face lift - Hyaluronic acid (Restylane, Juvederm, Succeev)

How does your face get old?

The transition from perfect baby skin as a child to older, wrinkled, blotchy skin of the elderly is a progressive process. This process involves all skin layers, muscles as well as the bones.

The skin becomes thinner, dehydrated and lax as it gradually loses more and more collagen and hyaluronic acid. As a result, the skin loses its firmness and volume and begins to change due to lifestyle factors and gravity. Another significant factor is the loss of subcutaneous tissue and fat which form soft pads in some areas of the face such as the eyes eye brows, cheeks or temples. As a result the face loses its smoothing and rounding out contours. The youthful “triangular shape” of the face with the base up reverses which gives the face old and tired look.

What is hyaluronic acid?

Hyaluronic acid is a natural ingredient of human skin. It is produced by fibroblasts which make the structural framework for human tissues. Hyaluronic acid fills intercellular areas and makes perfect environment for skin cells. It is also responsible for stimulating the production of collagen and protecting all skin elements from exposure to free radicals. Hyaluronic acid also contributes to tissue hydrodynamics; it is responsible for the amount of water tied in the skin which makes it an ideal moisturizing factor. However, over time human skin begins to lose its natural resources of hyaluronic acid which affects the work of fibroblasts. Consequently, the amount of collagen decreases which makes human skin lose its volume. This process can be stopped with a single injection of hyaluronic acid to help your skin regain its youthful look.

Products rich in hyaluronic acid

There are many products rich in hyaluronic acid. Brands available on the Polish market include: Restylane, Juvederm, Succeev, Stylage, Teosyal. Each of the brands offers a wide variety of different texture, such as Restylane Vital (light texture), or Juvederm Voluma (rich texture).

Products rich in natural hyaluronic acid (Juvederm Hydrate) are mainly used for mezotherapy which instantly improves hydration and rejuvenation of skin. Other similar products are additionally supplemented with glycerine, glicerol and mannitol which make the product perfect moisturizers.

There is a variety of different dermal fillers depending on the area to be treated, ranging from hydrating fillers which are perfect for the neck, smooth fillers ideal for the lips or denser fillers for volumising which are most suitable for the cheeks. Sometimes a combination of fillers is used on a particular area to achieve the perfect result. Products which are used at Ekoderm as dermal fillers all have a proven track record for safety and so you can be assured that they are perfectly safe. We use world’s best known brands such as Restylane, Juvederm and Succeev.

Every client is unique so at Ekoderm our practitioners make sure that the best possible treatment is chosen for each individual client. For non surgical face lift we choose from a wide variety of treatments: Restylane Vital, Restylane, Restylane Perlane, Juvederm Ultra 3, Juvederm Ultra 4, Juvederm Voluma, Succeev Two or Succeev Three.

How does the treatment work?

The areas of face which need enhancement are injected with product rich in hyaluronic acid. As every patient is treated individually, the amount of the product as well as the areas to be injected with it are chosen individually. This procedure helps to fill in deep creases below the lower eyelids along the nose extending to the corner of the mouth as well as other wrinkles and round out the face contour. The treatment is performed with special elastic canniula which have been designed so as not to make numerous punctures. With such canniula it is possible to distribute the product evenly all over the face. The canniula makes it possible to cover a relatively large area with a fan of threads, while limiting the number of puncture sites. This technique will also enhance the soft tissue and help skin to regain its hydration and firmness.

The treatment with the application of Restylane is called hyaluronic thread while the treatment with the application of Juvederm is called “Juvelift”. The amount of 1 ml to 3 ml of the product is injected into each side of the face. After the injection, the product is evenly distributed and massaged properly by the practitioner.

Do I need local anaesthetic?

Our usual practice is to apply an anaesthetic cream (Emla) 30-40 minutes before the injection. We can also inject local anaesthetic which is normally used in dental surgery so that the area that is to be treated feels numb and discomfort is kept to minimum. In any case, however, the practitioner needs to be informed about possible allergic reactions.

Who is the treatment for?

The treatment is designed for both women and men who have experienced decreasing condition of their skin and wish to regain youthful triangular shape of the face. These changes may also include flattened cheek bones, deep creases below the lower eyelids and along the nose. These processes are usually noticeable with slim patients over 45 years of age which is the best time to undergo the treatment.

What are the results?

After the treatment the creases and wrinkles are minimized. Cheek bones become more prominent which gives the face more youthful triangular shape. Also the face contours become rounded out and the eyebrows are raised to a more alert and youthful position. These soft tissue fillers add more volume and provide immediate results so that the face gains its youthful fullness.
The natural property of hyaluronic acid is to gradually absorb water and increase its volume so the volumising result of the treatment remains distinct even many weeks after the injection. As a result the skin slowly becomes denser as it regains its ability to produce bigger amounts of collagen. The final result is softened creases more prominent cheek bones, youthful contour and denser skin.

When do I see the final results of the treatment?

The final results should be expected after 3 to 4 weeks after the treatment. It is usually then that the practitioner together with the patient make the decision concerning additional treatments which are sometimes necessary. Our usual practice is to achieve the desired effect gradually rather than with one big application of the product. Such approach sometimes means the need to repeat the treatment after 3-4 weeks and then enjoy the final result.

How many treatments do I need to see satisfactory results?

Younger patients under 45 years of age are usually satisfied with a single injection of 2ml to 3 ml of hyaluronic acid. To see satisfactory results older patients with lax skin and deeper creases usually need another treatment performed 3 to 4 weeks after the first injection.

How long do I see the results of the treatment?

Satisfactory results, which have been achieved after 1 to 2 treatments, can usually be noticeable for 12 to 18 months. This period of time depends on the patient’s age, the kind and amount of the filler as well as the patient’s lifestyle and their general physical condition. It must be emphasized that smoking can significantly diminish the results of the treatment.

How often do I need to repeat the treatment?

The treatment should be repeated every 12 to 18 months, depending on the results. Further treatments usually require less product as the increased amount of collagen in the skin strengthens its structure and helps it look younger. Such treatments are usually called “maintenance therapy”.

Contraindications include

  • Oversensitivity to any of the ingredients, especially hyaluronic acid,
  • Autoimmune disease,
  • Susceptibility to keloids,
  • Skin bacterial infection,
  • Herpes virus,
  • Pregnancy and breast-feeding,
  • Teenagers under 18,
  • Other dermal filling treatments performed on the same area.
     

How do I look just after the treatment?

After the treatment you should expect the area to be a little swollen, red and tender which is caused by the filler and swelling. Shortly after the treatment hematocele and bruising may occur but these usually disappear within a few days. Bruising sometimes takes a couple of days to develop and 10-14 days to change colour and resolve with no further damage to the final result.

Before the treatment: guidelines

There is no need for any preliminary medical preparation, but patients have to be in good physical condition. One week before the treatment patients should not take aspirin or any other medication that decrease coagulability. We advise our patients to take aescin (Aescin 3x2tabl, Reparil 3x2 tabl), a few days before the treatment as it decreases the risk of hematocele. Patients who tend to suffer from herpes should prophylactically take acyclovir (Heviran tablets 400 mg twice a day) two days before the treatment.

After the treatment: guidelines

After the treatment you should apply a thin film of soothing gel and massage the area twice a day (use: Cicalfat, Cetaphil MD, Cicaplast Baume B5, Sensicure). If bruising occurs, it can be treated with Auriderm, Ortholan Vein, Lioton 1000 or Reparil. Patients are also advised to continue taking Aescin or Reparil. Finally, when redness, tenderness, hardening and bruises clear up, patients can discontinue medication and resume their usual skin care practices. It is recommended that patients use high quality skin care products with sun filter SPF50+.

How can I keep the result for longer?

At Ekoderm we believe the aftercare is just as important as the treatment itself which is why we advise patients to look after their skin properly on a daily basis. You can do it by using a high factor sun protection that will protect against both UVA and UVB radiation (SPF 30-50), as well as products which contain antioxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin E or flavonoid. We also advise our patients to take diet supplements which contain vitamin C, vitamin E, coenzyme Q10 and flvonoid. It is important to refrain from smoking which is responsible for accelerating ageing processes and greatly diminishes all results of aesthetic treatments which have been achieved so far. The whole range of skin rejuvenating treatments such as medical skin peels and mezotherapy are also highly recommended.

Recommended supplementary treatments

We recommend that our patients who have been given treatment with hyaluronic acid should follow skin rejuvenating therapy. This will help to stimulate skin for better production of collagen. The therapy includes a series of medical skin peels (pyruvic acid, glycolic salicylic acid,) along with mezotherapy with hyaluronic acid (Juvederm Hydrate) or products rich in multiple ingredients (NCTF HA, NEWEST, UP GRADE). Peels and mezotherapy should be repeated a few times every 2 to 4 weeks. Another therapy we recommend is an intensive regenerating treatment REGENERIS. Patients who are planning the treatment should also consider resurfacing performed with the use of a fractional laser Palomar StarLux500 Lux 1540 or photorejuvenating treatment with laser handpiece MagG.

Who can perform treatments?

At Ekoderm all treatments are performed by experienced doctors trained in aesthetic medicine who have been given appropriate certificates.

Price list

  • PLN
  • 1200
    Juvederm Ultra 3 (0,55 ml)
  • 1400
    Juvederm Ultra 4 (0,8 ml)
  • 1500
    Juvederm Voluma (1 ml)
  • 2500
    Juvederm Voluma (2 ml)
  • 1400
    Restylane (1 ml)
  • 1500
    Restylane Perlane (1 ml)
  • 1000
    Restylane Vital (1 ml)
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All treatments

Ekoderm offers

  • laser wrinkle reduction

  • photorejuvenation

  • elimination of discoloration (Cosmelan)

  • elimination of wrinkles (Restylane, Juvederm, Botox)

  • non-surgical facelift

  • modeling of facial contours

  • skin revitalization (peelings, mesotherapy, Regeneris)

  • dermatoscopy constituent

  • treatment of hyperhidrosis

  • treatment of alopecia

  • HPV vaccination