What is difference between Restylane®, Perlane® and Collagen injections?

Perlane is very similar to Restylane but it contains a larger concentration of hyaluronic acid and for this reason Perlane® is often usually used for larger and deeper folds while Restylane® is better suited for smaller wrinkles or to maintain the results of a previous Perlane® injection. Restylane is somewhat less expensive than Perlane.

Collagen injections, once very popular, are now becoming obsolete due to the availability of better, safer and longer lasting products such as Perlane, Restylane, Juvederm and Radiesse.


How long does it take to see results and how long does Perlane last?
Results are immediately noticeable and actually improve over the first week after treatment. The longevity of results vary, depending on the area on the face it is being used and other factors but the cosmetic benefits of Perlane are expected to last between 6 and 9 months, and sometimes longer before additional treatments are required.

To achieve ideal results and maximum longevity it is important to use an ample amount of filler during the initial treatment phase. Sometimes more than one syringe is necessary.


Can Perlane be used with BOTOX Cosmetic, lasers or with other dermal fillers?

It is very common to combine dermal filler injections such as Perlane with other aesthetic treatments including BOTOX Cosmetic, laser resurfacing or other fillers.

The synergy obtained by combining aesthetic treatments can be quite remarkable. Many of these treatments can be performed on the same day for your convenience.

The comprehensive array of aesthetic treatments offered at Reflections affords you the opportunity to receive the most cutting edge therapies customized to your needs.


Are treatments painful and what can I expect afterwards? Are there side effects? Anything special to know beforehand?

Perlane injections are provided thru ultra-fine needles and the process is well tolerated Most treatments take about 20-30 minutes to complete and can be done without any anesthetic, but a topical anesthetic cream can be utilized beforehand if requested.
Patients may notice mild swelling or bruising after the treatment and these effects will subside on their own. You should avoid exposure the treated areas to excessive sun or UV lamps or extreme cold until any redness or swelling has resolved. Complications from Perlane are rare.

It is recommended to avoid taking aspirin (unless medically indicated), ibuprofen, St. John’s wort and high doses of vitamin E for a week before treatment to decrease the risk of bruising at the site of injections.

Perlane should not be used in areas of active skin infection, including herpes outbreaks. Perlane hasn’t been tested in pregnant or breast-feeding women.


Why come to Reflections for Perlane injections?

The physicians of Reflections are quite experienced at performing filler injections. Because we offer all of the FDA approved fillers the physicians are able to tailor the treatment to your needs. The products utilized include Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane, Juvederm Ultra Plus, Radiesse, Cosmoderm 1 and 2, Sculptra, Hylaform and Captique.

The physicians will discuss the specific advantages and uses of each of these products and work together with you to decide the best treatment option. Decisions are based on depth of creases, location to be used, longevity, cost as well as other factors.

There are no consultation, facility or procedure fees added on to the cost of the filler at Reflections and this represents a cost savings for our patients. In addition, if more than one syringe of filler is needed, the cost for additional syringes are less.