As we grow older, ugly lines and shadows appear on our face and the nasal folds and dark shadows below the mouth (causing you to look depressed) may be the ugliest of them all.
Once these lines and shadows appear, no cream will help and unfortunately the only solution is to use a cosmetic procedure. I decided to give it a try and opted for restylane injections below the nose and around the mouth area. Here is my report of the procedure and my experience.
Choosing an aesthetic doctor
I opted for trusted local aesthetic doctor Isabelle Yeoh from Isabelle Yeoh Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Clinic in singapore.
Dr Isabelle Yeoh is one of my favourite aesthetic doctors in Singapore as her approach is friendly and the attention to detail in the clinic is superb. Rather than a clinic this place looks friendly and welcoming. Expect lots of magazines to entertain you in case you need to wait a little, a cup of tea, informational books and television. She also follows up on each procedure but more on that later.
Before the appointment
It is recommended to have a meal at least 2 hours before the procedure. If you have the injections on a empty stomach it can lead to dizziness and you may start to feel a bit flustered.
Preparation
The appointment starts with a consultation by Dr Yeoh to establish what needs to be done, and which product is most suitable for the particular problem area. Restylane was chosen as my folds are quite pronounced. She will then proceed to take some pictures, so you can compare them to the after pictures and see the difference. Of course these pictures are only for your private use only!
Numbing
After that some numbing cream is applied to numb the injection area. Applying takes about 5 minutes and about 30 minutes to settle. You will also be presented by a form that clearly states the benefits and risks of the procudure. Although all products used by Dr Yeoh are FDA approved, it is still a medical produre that comes with risks. This is why it is so important to choose a qualified and experienced doctor.
Injection of Restylane
After the numbing cream has taken effect you will be taken to the treatment room. In my case I also got some additional anaesthetic into my upper mouth. First some numbing cream is applied and when that has taken effect (after only a few minutes) I received 2 injections. All almost completely painless.
Your doctor will then proceed with the injections. Although the injections are almost completely painless it is never a fun thought to have needles inserted into your face. It helps to breathe deeply and completely relax. The procedure only takes a few minutes.
After the procedure
After the restylane has been injected you can see the results right away. In my case there were hardly any marks or bruising but this is a possibility. In order to prevent any bruising you are given 2 tablets every hour which you put under your tongue. Directly after the procedure you will also have eletrive waves light treatment which further settles the skin.
Then some special cream is applied and you are ready to go. Although you can apply makeup and concealer this was not necessary in my case and you are out of the office within 10 minutes of the procedure.
After care
You will continue to use your 2 tablets for a few hours more and apply anti-bruising cream. Any irritation that you may have will dissolve within 1-4 days. I had some mild irritation which was gone within a week.
The results
Results with injectable fillers are instant and you can see improvement straight away. In my case the folds are a lot less profound, I have more face volume and the dark shadows at the mouth have lessened.
Conclusion
If you are looking for an effective way to remove ar decrease facials folds and shadows, then cosmetic injectable fillers are a good non-invasive solution. It is a quick procedure that is practically painless and leaves no physical marks. The procedure at IYAC costs $1000 and will last for 6-12 months.
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