Our Services: Dermal Fillers

• Juvéderm™
• Radiesse®
• Restylane Injections

Juvéderm™

As we age, our skin changes. Over time, the natural volume of youthful skin begins to diminish as wrinkles and folds form. But, with Juvéderm™ injectable gel, you don't have to just sit back and let it happen!

Juvéderm™ is a smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. Your healthcare professional eases Juvéderm™ injectable gel under the skin to instantly restore your skin's volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your "smile lines" or "parentheses" (nasolabial folds—the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth).

Juvéderm™ provides a smooth, natural look and feel, so everyone will notice (but no one will know)! In fact, studies show superior results of Juvéderm™ compared to a collagen-based dermal filler.†

• Almost 90% of all study volunteers who were treated with both Juvéderm™ injectable gel and another dermal filler† preferred Juvéderm™!
• Juvéderm™ injectable gel is the first FDA-approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler that is proven to be safe and effective for persons of color.

Immediate Results

With Juvéderm™ the injection process takes only about 15 minutes and results are immediate. Plus, there's minimal recovery or downtime. So you can step into your doctor's office for treatment and step right back into your life.

*Juvéderm™ is indicated for injection into the mid to deep dermis for correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds (such as nasolabial folds).
  

Radiesse®

Radiesse® is a safe, next generation dermal filler that does more than just fill in lines and wrinkles—it volumizes. In fact, Radiesse is setting a new standard in facial fold and wrinkle correction. This treatment restores a natural, youthful look that lasts. In many patients, the results may last for a year or more. Numerous medical studies have shown that Radiesse is a safe and effective treatment for filling and correcting smile lines, nasolabial folds, and wrinkles around the nose and mouth. Radiesse stimulates the body to produce new collagen. This unique response provides immediate, visible improvement of folds and wrinkles, and provides long-lasting and beautiful results.

Why choose Radiesse?

Radiesse dermal filler:

• Is an FDA approved wrinkle treatment used to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds around the nose and mouth, such as nasolabial folds.
• Stimulates the body to produce new collagen.
• Radiesse dermal filler is long lasting.
• Provides immediate correction through a convenient treatment that can be performed during your lunch hour!
• May require less frequent office visits for retreatments, saving you time and money.
• Is biocompatible, and no allergy testing is necessary prior to treatment

Immediate Satisfaction, Long-lasting Results

The wrinkle treatment results provided by Radiesse dermal filler are immediate and long lasting. The effects of Radiesse may last a year or more in many patients. In addition, Radiesse treatments may require fewer office visits for retreatments. Since results may vary, be sure to discuss your expectations with your Radiesse physician.

How does Radiesse work?

Radiesse is a safe and effective wrinkle treatment made of unique calcium-based microspheres that are suspended in a water-based gel and injected into the skin through a simple, safe, and minimally invasive procedure.

Hundreds of thousands of patients have experienced Radiesse, and thousands of physicians worldwide have been trained to provide Radiesse treatments. Through years of rigorous clinical studies and independent research, Radiesse has proven to be safe and effective. With Radiesse, you get safe, FDA-approved, clinically tested results.
  

Restylane Injections

Restylane is a dermal filler that restores volume to the skin, giving a smoother, more youthful appearance. Restylane treatments last up to 60% longer than ordinary collagen, which makes it unsurprising that Restylane has earned a much higher customer satisfaction rating than collagen in comparative surveys.

What is Restylane?

Restylane is considered a premier wrinkle filler because it is a safe, temporary, non-animal form of Hyaluronic acid gel, and is a naturally occurring substance that binds water to cells. Restylane is injected to fill out creases and lines. Restylane is not to be confused with Botox, which basically paralyzes muscles.  The combination of these two treatments work well together. The most common areas treated are lips, nasal labial folds, smile lines, and drooping corners of the mouth.

Are there any side effects?

Restylane has minimal side effects, the most common of which is slight bruising, which is seen in about 20% of patients. The injection hurts more than collagen because collagen has anesthetic. Less common side effects include allergic reactions, but this is very rare. Some patients experience an infection or a cold sore due to the injection of the needle. Additionally, there maybe a little swelling after the needle is injected, which resolves within a day or two.

Are there any areas of the face on which Restylane cannot be used?

Restylane is excellent for all areas of the face that have fine lines. For the very small lines that bleed lipstick on the upper lip, Restylane Fine Line is used. It is not as dense as Restylane, but works magic on fine upper lips.

Why is Restylane better than collagen?

Restylane is better than collagen because it is a smooth, clear gel and "flows" when it is injected and goes in very evenly. Most importantly, it can last six months or longer. Restylane is an excellent wrinkle filler and wrinkles can be "filled in" as needed. With collagen, you have to over correct because of the anesthetic it contains.  As the anesthetic is absorbed the results decreases, therefore it can be difficult to achieve the desired results.

In one U.S. clinical study, Restylane outperformed a collagen-based substance by 6 to 1. Collagen can also cause allergic reactions. Because Restylane is a non-animal based gel created in the lab, the likelihood of allergic side effects are minimal.

How long does Restylane last?

How long the effect of Restylane treatment lasts is dependant upon the individual. It varies based upon many factors such as the structure of the skin, lifestyle and age, as well as on the degree of perfection demanded by the individual. However, we know that for the majority of the patients treated about 50-80% of the effect remains after 6 months. Most people choose to have a touch-up done within a year of the original treatment.

The great thing about Restylane is that you can replenish your natural beauty whenever you feel the need. A touchup can be performed any time you would like after the initial treatment.

What is the Restylane treatment like?

The treatment takes about 30 minutes and the result is prompt. When treating wrinkles, pain relief is usually not needed, but can be easily achieved. The treated area may be slightly swollen and red for 12-24 hours. For further details concerning your specific treatment, please contact Dr. Mansoury today.

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