Perlane

What is Perlane?

Perlane is an injectable cosmetic dermal filler that has been used to soften wrinkles and facial lines of individuals. It is also a popular filler for lip augmentation, facial depressions, and facial scarring.

What is Perlane made of?

Perlane is made from hyaluronic acid gel. Perlane is a non animal product and does not pose any risk of allergies. Hyaluronic acid is a resilient chemical and can easily adjust and mold to the facial contours. Prior skin testing is not required prior to the injection of Perlane.

What is hyaluronic acid?

Hyaluronic acid is a natural complex sugar found throughout all living organisms that retains water — absorbing more than 1,000 times its weight — and adds volume to the skin’s surface. In addition, hyaluronic acid binds with collagen and elastin and transports essential nutrients to these fibers. The triple combination of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid provides structure, elasticity and volume to the skin and contributes to its overall appearance.

As the skin ages and is exposed to environmental pollutants and ultraviolet rays, the cells lose the ability to produce hyaluronic acid. As a result, the skin begins to lose volume, often resulting in the formation of facial wrinkles and folds. Dermal fillers compromised of crossed-linked hyaluronic acid are used by providers to help temporarily replace lost hyaluronic acid and to restore skin volume and a smooth, natural appearance.

How does Perlane work?

The hyaluronic acid in Perlane augments the body’s natural supply, which has become depleted with age. The injected Perlane fills up scars, lines and wrinkles on the face. Perlane is not a permanent product and is broken down in the body. At most, the wrinkle free face remains for about 6-8 months after injection of Perlane.

Can Perlane be used with other products?

Yes, Perlane can be combined with other cosmetic products such as Botox and Dysport.

What conditions can Perlane be used to treat?

• wrinkles on the face
• decrease fine lines around the lips, mouth, nose and forehead
• lip enhancement
• improve the crease lines around the nasolabial area
• Chin and lip augmentation
• Filling cheek depressions
• Redefining lip border
• Softening acne scars
• Correct the hollows around the eyes
• Improve facial depressions & contours

What is the advantage of Perlane?

The big advantage of Perlane is that it is a non-permanent and natural treatment. The chemical contains a natural bodily chemical which fills up the skin like normal tissues. The modeling and contouring effects appear natural.

How long is a treatment?

Perlane injections do not take long. Most injections can be performed within 30-45 minutes.

Does one need additional treatments?

Yes, Perlane is not permanent and repeat injections are required to maintain the wrinkle free face. Most individuals will require a repeat session once a year. If treatment is stopped, the wrinkles will re appear.

Is the injection painful?

Most individuals do not like needles but there is minimal pain associated with injection of Perlane. For those who are anxious about needles, your provider can apply a topical local anesthetic 20 minutes prior to the injections.

What are Side Effects Perlane?

Perlane is generally a safe product. Because it is made up of hyaluronic acid (Which is also a normal component of the human nobody) the skin does not react adversely to the product. Reports of allergy or granuloma formation are rare.

What side effects have been reported with Perlane?

Studies from Europe where the product has been widely used indicate that side effects are rare. The most common side effects have been temporary redness, swelling, itching or tenderness. These side effects usually resolve in a few weeks.

What is the difference between Perlane and Restylane?

The major difference is that Perlane is a large molecule compared to Restylane, because it contains more hyaluronic acid molecules. This means that Perlane can easily fill in deep skin wrinkles, scars, and creases better than restylane. Restylane on the other hand can be used to treat the finer lines in fair skinned people.

Who should do my procedure?

Because of the technical expertise required to do this procedure, without any mistakes, one should take care and select a licensed provider who is familiar with the technique and skillful. One should always ask if the provider is aware of the product and has undergone a training program with fillers. When there is easy money to be made, there is a bandwagon of people rushing to-do this type of procedure.

What is the cost of Perlane?

The cost is $550 per 1.0cc syringe.