Perlane® in Naples, Florida

Perlane® is new FDA approved facial filler that is similar to Restylane® (both are manufactured by the same company). Perlane has a higher concentration of hyaluronic acid gel particles. Dr. Hasen uses this filler to reduce deeper skin wrinkles, facial depressions, scars, and creases than Restylane® and Juvéderm™. Dr. Hasen also uses Perlane to shape facial contours such as chins and cheeks.

Perlane, like Restylane®, is a crystal-clear, biodegradable NASHA (Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid) gel, which is FDA approved for injection into the skin in tiny amounts with a fine needle. Since this is made from safe natural occurring non-animal material, there is minimal risk of an allergy.

Frequently Asked Questions About Perlane®

How long does it last?

• Perlane usually lasts between 6 - 12 months.
• The length of time the effect lasts is highly individual. It depends on many factors, such as the structure of the skin, lifestyle and age, as well as on the degree of perfection demanded by the individual.
• Unlike permanent treatments or implants, Perlane always offers the chance to re-evaluate the need when the initial effect has worn off.
• A follow-up treatment can be performed at any time after the previous treatment. In general, a follow-up treatment is required after 6 - 12 months.
• Clinical experience indicates that regular follow-up treatments add to the duration.

Who is a candidate for this procedure?

• If you have a desire to fill in depressions or wrinkles.
• Men and women are both candidates for this treatment.

Intended Results:

• The result is instantaneous, producing a long-lasting, natural enhancement, gentle and safe to the skin.
• For patients who desire fuller or more well defined cheeks and chins.
• For patients who desire to fill in deep nasolabial folds, depressed corners of the mouth and marionette lines.
• For patients who desire softening of scars, depressions, or wrinkles.

Procedure Description:

• Usually topical anesthetic is used before the injections to help numb the areas to be treated.
• The area is then prepped and cleaned, and then utilizing a small needle the Perlane is introduced in the dermal layer of the skin.
• Lidocaine nerve blocks may be used to make the areas treated numb to reduce pain. This may last for several hours after the injections.

Featured Cases

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The before and after pictures above depict ACTUAL PATIENTS of Naples Plastic Surgeon Kent V. Hasen, M.D. Your results may vary.

Recuperation and Healing

• After the injections, the areas remain red and slightly swollen for several hours.
• The areas treated may feel firm to touch, but this is usually not visible.
• Makeup may be applied immediately.