Restylane, an Alternative to Botox

We are going to talk about 2 serums and where they have come from, plus how they are used and why. Then we will reveal two wrinkle reduction substances that are most commonly used today instead of Botox.

People have been searching for a cure for wrinkles for centuries.....long before the FDA approved using Botox between the eyes for wrinkle reduction in 2002. They are still searching. Botox wasn't the finish line in the race of the human race to stay looking young long past the time that they are young.

Serums have been developed that contain plant extract and animal oil for the purpose of, if not replacing Botox injections, at least prolonging the effects of those injections. Two of the most popular of these serums are Emu oil and tea extractions.

There are two other injectable wrinkle reduction substances that are in use today:

The first is Collagen. The body has collagen naturally but we lose it as we age. Doctors use a series of collagen injections to raise the area being treated and smooth wrinkles and creases. The injections are done using a very fine needle. A local anesthetic is usually mixed with the collagen but it is rare for a patient to require additional pain medication.

People who are allergic to beef or beef products should not receive collagen injections because of a possible allergic reaction. The results of collagen injections usually last about six months. The area must then be retreated.

The other is Restylane. This is the newest wrinkle filler on the market. Although it is derived from hyaluronic acid, as is collagen, it is not animal based so there is rarely an allergic concern.

Restylane can be used in ways that neither Botox nor collagen can be used. As well as being used to fill in wrinkles and creases in the face, Restylane can be used to augment the chin, cheekbones, the bridge of the nose and to fill out other parts of the body. Restylane can last up to a year.

Restylane, before and after, nose to mouth treatment

If you have questions about any of our non-surgical procedures or other cosmetic surgery procedures, contact our office to schedule an initial consultation. Dr. Crutchfield will discuss with you about the results you would like to see and prescribe the treatment that is best suited for the results you want.

To learn more click here to read about Botox at Crutchfield Dermatology

Treatment Performance
Dr. Crutchfield performs all Botox Cosmetic and Restylane/Perlane and Juvederm treatments personally. For other cosmetic treatments, such as Pixel laser treatments, Lipodissolve Ultra, AFT light treatments, he may provide a combined treatment with his highly trained staff or have a skilled staff member perform the treatment(s)completely.

If you have any questions feel free to discuss this with Dr. Crutchfield at the time of consultation.

Dr. Crutchfield offers a money back guarantee for the treatment of the frown lines in the glabella (only) with a combination of Botox Cosmetic and Restylane if a patient uses the treatment amounts that he recommends.

Money back guarantee policy for Botox Cosmetic and Restylane.
This policy is valid for the treatment of the glabella (area between the eyebrows) only. Not valid with any other offers. The policy applies to the treatment of the glabella only with a recommended amount of Botox Cosmetic and Restylane by Dr. Crutchfield. If not satisfied at one month a second treatment will be given at no charge. Second treatment must be given to qualify. At two months, if still not happy, the glabella amount, minus 75.00 consultation fee, will be refunded. This policy is subject to change at anytime.