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Designed to smooth facial lines, wrinkles, scars, and enhance lip definition
with no or minimal downtime. The goal of minimizing wrinkles are clearly
visible after only one treatment. Our experienced practitioners have been
recognized for being part of the top 3 injectors in the state and are
dedicated to providing you with your desired result. We will consult with
you to determine which of the following facial fillers will be most
appropriate for your unique needs:
Juvéderm is an injectable gel that gently reverses many signs of aging in the face, including fine lines and wrinkles, crow's feet, thinning lips and loosening skin. It can also "plump up" the lips, sculpt the cheeks, and restore a youthful oval shape to the face. It is made with hyaluronic acid, a natural substance found in the body that works with collagen and elastin to give volume and support to the skin. Because it is non-animal-based and highly biocompatible, no pre-treatment testing is needed. Juvéderm comes in three formulas optimized for the depth of the area being treated. Results last about 6-9 months and can be made to last even longer with a simple follow-up treatment a few weeks after the initial injection.
Radiesse™ is a synthetic injectable filler that reduces wrinkles, creases and scars by augmenting the body’s natural collagen supply. Composed of microspheres in a biocompatible gel, Radiesse is made from the same minerals found in our bones, so it carries little risk of allergic reaction. Radiesse can be used on many areas of the body, including the lips, nasolabial folds, peri-oral lines, depressed scars and oral commissures.
Treatments typically take 15 minutes and require only local anesthetic. Side effects such as swelling or bruising are minimal and should fade within a few days. Results are visible immediately after the injection and can last for months or years, although the procedure can be repeated as often as you wish.
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Restylane is a biodegradable gel used by dermatologists in injections targeted at smoothing out wrinkled skin. Restylane is primarily composed of hyaluronic acid, a natural substance occurring within the body. This compound is also the only FDA approved dermal filler on the market for use in treating wrinkles. In addition, not only does the injected volume of Restylane add fullness to skin, but it also attracts water molecules to the site of injection further enhancing its effectiveness.
While inside the body, Restylane provides longer lasting result that is apparent almost immediately after injection; it may take a day or two before natural body processes and swelling subside. A follow-up appointment will be scheduled for a later date (4-8 months) for another set of injections to further prolong the effect.
There are very few complications associated with Restylane. The compound itself is derived from bacterial origins, so most allergies should not be an issue (unless specifically to bacterial proteins). The side effects are minimal and will not interrupt daily routine. These include:
- slight redness
- minor swelling
- mild discomfort
These will all subside within three days or less as your body adjusts to the new hyaluronic acid. Consequently, the suggested recovery period of Restylane treatment is just under three days. It is advised to refrain from rubbing or massaging the treated area for approximately 48 hours.
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Perlane® is an injectable filler used to treat deep facial lines, augment the lips and contour the cheeks and chin. Made by the same company that produces Restylane®, Perlane contains purified hyaluronic acid, a sugar found naturally in the body that works with collagen to keep the skin smooth and supple. It is hypoallergenic and so does not require a pre-treatment skin test. With its unique ability to bind with water, Perlane continues to perform up to 60% longer than collagen.
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Sculptra Aesthetic is the first facial injectable that gives you noticeable results that emerge subtly and can last up to 2 years. It is a new type of facial injectable made from poly-l-lactic acid which helps correct shallow to deep facial wrinkles, and folds by replacing lost collagen.
The results from Sculptra Aesthetic are not immediate but they are long-lasting. A full treatment of Sculptra Aesthetic is an average of three injection sessions over a few months. The number of injection sessions and the number of injections per session vary from person to person.
ArteFill® is a non-absorbable wrinkle filler used to correct smile lines. It is the only FDA-approved injectable smile line treatment of its kind. ArteFill uses a unique dual-acting formula made of a combination of 20% ArteFill Precision-Filtered Microspheres™ and 80% ArteFill Purified Bovine Collagen™. The result is the immediate visible correction of facial wrinkles and folds in as few as one or two treatment sessions with no downtime.
As we age, the natural collagen and elastin fibers supporting our skin break down, creating wrinkles. The ArteFill microspheres replace these aging fibers and provide permanent support and volume to the skin, making ArteFill outlast virtually any other wrinkle filler.
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Call Ritacca Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Center, Vernon Hills, at 847-367-8815 for more information on Juvederm, Radiesse, Restylane, Perlane, Sculptra, or any other Facial Filler, or click here to email us. Serving Libertyville, Gurnee, Mundelein and all surrounding areas.
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