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perlane
Don't pine for a pillowy pucker or brood over creases, crevices and lines—it's time to pump up the volume with Perlane! Much like its cosmetic cousin Restylane, Perlane uses hyaluronic acid (just more of it) to fill deep lines and fatten lackluster lips into diva-esque smoochers.
Get ready to get noticed with Perlane-perfect results.
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What is Perlane used for?
Perlane is used to smooth moderate to severe facial folds and wrinkles such as the lines from the nose to the corners of the mouth (nasolabial folds). Perlanegenerally lasts for about 6 months. It has been found to be a safe dermal filler that restores volume and fullness to the skin.
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How does Perlane work?
Perlane is injected into the skin with an ultra-fine needle. It plumps the skin to smooth away wrinkles and folds. Perlane’s water-loving nature attracts and binds water molecules to help maintain volume. Perlane is composed of hyaluronic acid, a natural substance that already exists in the body. The hyaluronic acid in Perlane is a crystal clear gel that is chemically cross-linked (the long chemical strands are tied together) to delay breakdown by skin enzymes. Perlane is non-animal-based and free from animal protein. This quality prevents disease transmission. Allergy pre-testing is not necessary.
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How long does Perlane last?
Perlane is proven to deliver long-lasting results. Studies have shown that Perlane effects generally last about six months as shown in the following graphs. Perlane gradually disappears from the body without a trace.
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Is Perlane safe?
Perlane has been used safely by dermatologists and plastic surgeons since 2000 worldwide. Perlane was studied in multiple clinical studies resulting in high patient satisfaction. Side effects were mild. Most of the side effects went away in seven days. Perlane did not cause allergic reactions.
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Who should not use Perlane?
Perlane should not be used by people with previous bad allergies (particularly to certain microorganisms known as gram positive bacteria), to drugs that have required in-hospital treatment, or in people with bleeding disorders. Perlane should not be injected anywhere except the skin or just under the skin.
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What are some warnings to consider?
The use of Perlane at sites with skin sores, pimples, rashes, hives, cysts, or infections should be postponed until healing is complete. Use of Perlane in these instances could delay healing or make your skin problems worse. You may experience skin discoloration (bruising), swelling, redness, tenderness, pain, itching, or small lumps in the area where you are injected. If any of these events occur, the majority usually last less than seven days. If any symptom lasts longer than two weeks, call the doctor who administered the Perlane injection. Inflammatory papules (red or swollen small bumps) may rarely occur. You may need antibiotics to treat them.
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What are some risks that may be experienced?
As with all procedures like this, the injection of Perlane carries a theoretical risk of infection and formation of scar tissue. The safety and effectiveness of Perlane have not been established in the treatment of lips, in nursing mothers, and in patients under 18 or over 65 years of age. Perlane use in nursing could harm you or the nursing child. The use of Perlane in African-American patients can result in hyperpigmentation (darkening of skin color), which may take several weeks to correct. If you have had herpes before, an injection can cause the herpes to come back. The safety of Perlane used with other skin therapies such as laser, mechanical or chemical peeling, and hair removal has not been established. The use of Perlane in these skin therapies may not work or they may damage your skin. You should avoid exposing the area(s) treated with Perlane to excessive sun or UV lamps, and extreme heat and cold until any redness or swelling has disappeared.
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What are the major side effects?
Rarely, the doctor may inadvertently inject the product into a blood vessel, which can cause injury to the blood supply and damage to the skin. Rarely, a few people have developed infections of the gel that must be treated with antibiotics or other treatment. Infection of the gel may be hard to treat, but will always go away when the gel is absorbed.
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What should patients do prior to treatment?
Perlane requires no pretesting, but you should take a few precautions before being treated. Avoid using St. John’s Wort, high doses of Vitamin E supplements, aspirin, and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, such as ibuprofen prior to treatment, because these may increase bruising or bleeding at the injection site. Also, if you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, discuss this with your physician. He or she may consider prescribing a medication to minimize recurrence.
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Do Perlane injections hurt?
Perlane is injected directly into the skin in tiny amounts by an ultra-fine needle. To help maximize your comfort, you should discuss the use of numbing medicines with your doctor before treatment.
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How much do Perlane treatments cost?
Perlane is a customized procedure based on your specific needs, so the cost will vary from patient to patient. In general, the cost of Perlane is comparable to the cost of similar procedures. Because Perlane is long lasting, it may prove to be very economical over the long term. Please ask your doctor to give you an estimate of the cost.
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What should I call my doctor about after the treatment?
Most side effects like bruising, swelling, pain, tenderness, redness, and itching will usually go away within a week. Call your doctor if you have persistent problems beyond 14 days. Blisters or skin sores may signal that you are having a recurrent herpes infection that should be treated. You can develop an infection that should be treated with antibiotics. If you experience redness, tenderness, and pain that does not go away you should call your doctor.
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What is the dose of Perlane?
The amount used depends on your face and what you would like to have treated. The average patient who has all of the severe wrinkles around the mouth corrected will use less than half of a tablespoon.
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For more information, contact Blue at 888.955.BLUE or info@bluespa.com
perlane: before & after
blue : treatment instructions : perlane
Before Treatment
• No anti-inflammatory drugs (Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve, Vioxx,
etc.), aspirin, high doses of Vitamin E, or Ginko Biloba one week
prior to treatment. This will reduce the possible side effects of
bruising and/or swelling in the treated area(s).
• Consumption of alcoholic beverages prior to treatment can
increase the chances of bruising and/or swelling.
• You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding to receive treatment.
• If you have a history of oral herpes, you must pre-treat with
an anti-viral three days before your scheduled visit.
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After Treatment
• Swelling, redness, and tenderness will occur after your
treatment and usually resolves within 72 hours.
• Cold compresses (a cloth dipped in cold water, wrung out, and
applied to the injected area) may be used immediately after
treatment to reduce swelling.
• Avoid touching the treated area within 6 hours of treatment so
you do not accidentally injure your skin. After that, the area
can be gently washed with soap and water.
• Until there is no redness or swelling, avoid exposure of the
treated area to intense heat (sun lamp or sun bathing) or
extreme cold weather.
• If you have suffered previously from facial cold sores, there
is a risk that the needle punctures could contribute to another
occurrence. Ask your treatment provider about medications
that may minimize a recurrence.
• Avoid taking aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
medications, St. John's wort, and high doses of Vitamin E
supplements for one week after treatment. These agents may
increase the risk of bruising and bleeding at the injection site.
• Avoid aesthetic lasers, microdermabrasion, or IPL over areas
with Perlane for a minimum of one week after treatment.
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Follow Up
• Follow up treatments should be scheduled usually every six months.
• Consistent repeated treatments will produce best resolution of wrinkles.
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For more information, contact Blue at 888.955.BLUE or info@bluespa.com
perlane prices
perlane $600 per syringe
price includes complimentary numbing cream and/or lidocaine injection.
Click the CareCredit link for more details and get ready to experience the perks of affordable luxury.
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