Hylaform
Hylaform®
Hylaform® is a viscoelastic gel made of hyaluronic acid that allows quick, easy and immediate corrections without the need of a skin test. It is injected just under the skin's surface at intervals along the wrinkle until the right amount is achieved. Hylaform® gel can be used to "fill" and smooth out deep facial furrows, acne scars, and smile lines. It can also be used to enhance the border of the lips for those who desire a fuller look.
Alternative to Hylaform can be Collagen, Fascian, Perlane, Restylan or Fat Transfer.
Hylaform gel is introduced just under the skin's surface through a very fine needle. It is injected at intervals along the line until the right amount of correction has been achieved. The treated area is then massaged gently to smooth the surface.
Even if you have sensitive skin, or have had a reaction to a treatment with a different skin product, you may still be able to be treated with Hylaform gel.
The results of Hylaform treatment are immediate and can be semi-permanent.One treatment may not be enough for particularly deep smile lines, and a second treatment may be required 2 to 4 weeks later. For most people however, a top-up injection is needed every 5-12 months to maintain the desired level of correction.
Side effects of Hylaform injections, which are temporary, may include mild redness, itching, swelling and pain. In very rare cases, persistent redness, red spots and bruising may occur.
With Hylaform gel, the results are not only immediate, there is little or no recovery time. Many patients report that the treatment is quite comfortable. Others notice some discomfort during treatment which ordinarily quickly resolves.
Topical numbing cream may be used to reduce any discomfort during Hylaform treatment.
Because it is similar to your naturally-occurring hyaluronan, there is no need to have a skin test before treatment.
Keep an icepack on the area for 15 minutes to reduce possible swelling. You may take arnica (under the tongue) every two hours for the first day or two if any bruising occurs.
Hylaform Treatment Cost
Lower bound: $350
Upper bound: $650
National average: $450
