Restylane Collection By Dr. Maas

Restylane Contour is Galderma’s first and only product for cheeks formulated with XpresHAn technology in the US. It uses a unique manufacturing process that results in a smooth, injectable gel. The final product integrates more naturally into the skin to create natural, dynamic expressions. While this is the first product Galderma has released for cheeks with the XpresHAn technology, three other products have found striking success with the same formulation. Contour finds FDA approval after demonstrating extensive safety and efficacy testing.

Hyaluronic acids replace volume loss during the natural aging process and from environmental exposure. Volume loss is caused primarily by reducing essential proteins in our bodies. Collagen, the most abundant protein, keeps our skin taut. Unfortunately, we lose collagen production rapidly — about 1% every year after the age of 20, explaining why we don’t experience many signs of aging during our teen years, but the process seems to accelerate as we enter our late 20s. Like all hyaluronic acid fillers, Restylane Contour aims to replace the volume our faces and bodies have lost. By providing the missing volume, wrinkles, and fine lines are smoothed out, and sunken areas again look healthy and youthful. This process shaves years off our appearance, especially with a product focusing on our cheeks. Contour is an injectable procedure, which means the patient can avoid more extensive surgical procedures to correct the same issues. Other than injectables like Contour, there are very few non-surgical options — people who are looking to improve their appearance but avoid surgery need these kinds of treatments.

If you are over the age of 21 and are looking to improve the fullness of your cheeks, you will likely be a candidate for this procedure. Conditions or health concerns that would prevent you from having Contour injected are few and far between, but you must speak with a medical professional to ensure this is the best option for your treatment. The best candidates are also aware of what Restylane Contour can genuinely accomplish. If you come in with unrealistic expectations, you are setting yourself up to be disappointed by an otherwise successful procedure.

Restylane Contour is an injectable procedure, which means the process is as painless and straightforward as possible. When you arrive at The Maas Clinic™ in San Francisco for your treatment, you will be taken into one of our back offices. The area that is being treated will be thoroughly cleaned to avoid infection. A topical numbing agent is sometimes performed to help with any potential discomfort, but most patients can endure the treatment without numbing with very few problems. Once the area is cleaned (and possibly numbed), your medical professional will begin injecting into your cheeks. According to Galderma, patients treated with Restylane Contour required less total volume injected to achieve optimal aesthetic results than those treated with a competitor. Once the injections are completed, the procedure is finished.

There is no lengthy recovery or downtime you will need to worry about since Restylane Contour is performed entirely through dermal injections. You may experience mild redness or soreness at the injection sites, but these typically dissipate within a few days.

Many patients report noticing results immediately after the procedure. Still, as the substance settles within the skin, you will continue to see an improvement in the treated areas for a few weeks or months after the injections. You can expect to experience significant improvement in volume loss in the cheeks and near the chin and jawline. Restylane Contour comes from a long line of successful dermal fillers, making it highly reliable. During one Phase 3 trial, 98% of patients said they were satisfied with their Contour results near the one-year mark. Your results will endure as long as you continue treatment. All dermal fillers eventually need to be touched up because of additional skin degradation and the fading of the filler substance itself. How often you need touch-ups will depend on your unique reaction to the treatment. Still, our highly experienced medical team can help you develop an effective treatment plan to maintain optimal results.

Restylane Contour is a relatively new procedure, which means pricing will vary depending on where your treatment is performed. Just remember that cheaper isn’t always better — medical professionals with the correct training can charge more than less experienced professionals.

Injectable filler treatment can be combined with virtually any other treatment, including dermal fillers and surgeries. Here is a list of surgical and non-surgical combination options: Juvederm, Restylane, Radiesse, Belotero, Sculptra, Botox, Dysport, Kybella, Sculptra, Xeomin, rhinoplasty, facelift, eye lift, brow lift, neck lift. There is no limit to the number of combinations you can have with your Restylane Contour treatment. During your initial consultation, ask our team about the most effective combination procedures for your unique conditions.