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(Photo source: Inamed)
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is a new FDA-approved dermal (skin) filler made from a highly purified
form of hyaluronic acid that mimics the effects of natural hyaluronic
acid. When injected just below the surface of the skin, Hylaform adds
volume to the skin, smoothing unwanted lines and wrinkles.
Healthy skin contains important components that keep it supple and
young looking. One of these is hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is
a natural sugar found in all living cells that helps maintain skin
volume by attracting and binding over 1000 times its weight in water.
However, with time, sunlight and other factors, the hyaluronic acid
in your skin diminishes, your skin loses volume, and lines and wrinkles
appear. Hyaluronic acid is a natural sugar. It is found in the human
body in the skin, cartilage, joints and the eyes. In skin tissue,
hyaluronic acid fills the space between collagen and elastin fibers.
The role of hyaluronic acid in skin is to deliver nutrients, to hydrate
the skin by holding in water and to act as a cushioning agent.
• Immediate treatment - No pre-testing required
• mmediate results
• Long-lasting
• Proven safety - used in international markets for nearly a
decade
• Mild adverse post-treatment responses (such as redness, bruising
and swelling)
• Smile lines
• Marionette lines
• Lip lines
• Frown lines
• Enhance and define lip borders
• Increase lip fullness
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Hylaform is injected just beneath the skin's surface temporarily adding
volume to the layers of the skin that have deteriorated due to age
and other factors. Hylaform, when injected, is used to raise depressions
in the skin, providing temporary correction of wrinkles and folds.
Hylaform provides immediate, natural-looking results. Treatment and
recovery usually take as little as one hour.
Over time, Hylaform gradually breaks down and is naturally reabsorbed
by your body; therefore, your physician may recommend touch-up treatments
two or three times a year to maintain optimal correction.
In general, injections may cause some mild discomfort. Hylaform is
injected directly into the skin using a fine needle to reduce injection
discomfort. Dr. Pilest may choose to anesthetize or numb the treatment
area to further minimize discomfort. When creating sensuous lips,
he may choose to use a dental block, which ensures a more comfortable
procedure.
Yes, for most people. The primary ingredient in Hylaform is hyaluronic
acid, which is a component of skin. In humans and other mammals, the
compound is primarily found in connective tissue, in the eyes, the
umbilical cord and in joint fluid, where it acts like a cushion. Hylaform
is extracted from rooster combs and then highly purified through a
rigorous filtering process.
Hylaform has undergone extensive testing including
scientific clinical trials to establish its safety and effectiveness.
Hylaform is FDA-approved for treatment of moderate to severe facial
wrinkles and folds (such as smile lines) .
Hylaform is made by INAMED Aesthetics. Inamed is
the maker of Cosmoderm, Cosmoplast - both made from human collagen
- and also Zyderm and Zyplast -made from bovine collagen. The company
has provided safe and effective dermal filler treatments for more
than 20 years.
Avoid taking aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications,
St. John's Wort and high doses of Vitamin E supplements one week prior
to procedure. This will help minimize any bruising or bleeding at
the infection site.
Hylaform temporarily adds volume to your skin by mimicking the hydrating
effects of your skin's natural hyaluronic acid. Treatment with CosmoDerm®
and CosmoPlast® (and bovine collagen) replenish your skin's lost
collagen, restoring skin structure. Collagen treatments do not last
as long as hyaluronic products, but also have the least side effects.
Collagen is frequently referred to as the "Camera-Ready"
filler as it produces either no or almost no swelling or redness.
At this time there are basically 4 FDA-approved filler types. These
are bovine collagen (used for the last 20 years), human collagen,
hyaluronic acid and poly-lactic acid. The only filler requiring a
skin test prior to injection is bovine collagen. Unless you have had
bovine collagen within the last year you will be required to take
a skin test which is completed over a period of 28 days. All other
fillers can be injected on your first visit.
Each of the fillers have different capabilities,
staying power and potential skin response.
• The least reactive filler -reactive
meaning redness or swelling - is human collagen, either CosmoDerm
or CosmoPlast. Collagen fillers (human or bovine) temporarily
replace your skin's lost collagen. Collagen fillers do not last as
long as hyaluronic fillers and cost between $50 to $100 less per treatment.
Collagen is the best filler to choose if you require little or no
redness or swelling. Treatments usually last 3 months.
• The next level filler - both in reactive properties and longevity
- is .
Hylaform, as discussed above, mimics the skin's natural hyaluronic
acid hydrating effect, essentially holding moisture in the skin and
lasts 4 to 5 months. You may get some minor swelling and/or redness
following the injection.
• One more step up is Restylane
- also a hyaluronic filler, but made from a different source. Restylane
lasts the longest of the three most popular filler types but also
has the most potential for minor post-injection swelling and redness.
This typically resolves in a few days.
• Sculptra - made
from poly lactic acid - is a specialty filler for use in conditions
involving facial fat loss. It's primary use is in increasing "facial
volume". Sculptra can last up to two years.
• Bovine collagen - an animal derived filler - lasts about the
same as human collagen (3 months) but requires skin tests to rule
out allergic reactions. Once you have passed the skin test, injections
can be made on an ongoing basis with no further testing and cause
little or no reaction. Bovine collagen products are Zyderm
and Zyplast.
Dr. Pilest will help you select the best dermal filler for your needs.
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To help determine if a dermal filler is right for you, perform a simple
stretch test.
Pull your skin tight on either side of the wrinkle you want to test.
This will allow you to assess the potential for optimal treatment
capability. If the line/wrinkle goes away when the skin is pulled
tight, then full correction may be achieved.
Botox for softening and eliminating
"moving" wrinkles
VBeam for removing broken
capillaries, skin redness and inducing collagen formation
Thermage for tightening
and lifting skin tissue. Thermage is often referred to as the "non-surgical
facelift"
SmoothBeam for diminishing
acne and other scars and increasing skin-firming collagen production.
SmoothBeam is also particularly effective on severe acne
FotoFacial for removing
brown spots and diffuse pigmentation
Cosmelan DePigmentation
for stubborn hyper-pigmentation
Cosmoderm for filling
in especially fine wrinkles
Sculptra for adding volume
to areas of fat loss
such as Obagi, chemical peels and microdermabrasion
containing Thioctic acid, Lipoic acid, DMAE, Vitamin C and Tissue Growth
Factor to revive, hydrate and regenerate healthy skin tissue
During your office consultation you will be provided with a detailed
plan of the treatments that will benefit you most. Please Contact
Us for a consultation appointment or with any questions
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laser treatments for
sundamage,
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and
Fraxel CO2 laser for 3 in 1 skin rejuvenation. A Nonsurgical Nose Job is possible with simple injections of Radiesse.
Dr. Pilest, a Board Certified dermatologist and one of Orange County's most
popular cosmetic dermatology specialists, offers patients in Orange County a wide variety of
wrinkle fillers such as
Restylane,
Juvederm,
Cosmoderm and Cosmoplast,
Radiesse (also known as Radiance), and
Sculptra. Dr. Pilest treats patients from the Newport Beach, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills,
Tustin, Mission Viejo and Orange County area as well as cities throughout California, the United States and abroad.
He is recognized as a master level injection specialist and is a national
teaching faculty member for Bioform Medical. Dr. Pilest is well known for his
expert treatments in managing
Rosacea,
acne, and
hyperpigmentation.
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