(NAPSA)—As the demand for minimally invasive procedures continues to grow, society has begun to assumethat these productsare all safe and that physicians are only using the best products discovered through breakthrough technology. Though a lot of times this is the truth, it is not always the case. The science behind dermalfillers is stronger than ever, as is the competition for something new that produces great results. Before treatment with a dermal filler, you should be awareof its qualities. This brings up the question: Do you know whatyourfiller is made of? Nonanimal-Derived Fillers Dermalfillers are substances that are injected just below the surface of the skin to fill in moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth. These products add volumeto provide a natural, youthful appearance. Somefillers are made of substances that are also found naturally in the human body, such as hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers have become extremely popular in the last few years. A popular nonanimalderived hyaluronic acid dermal filler, internationally known for its results, is Perlane. Perlane was FDA approved in May 2007 and was quickly adopted by dermatologists and plastic surgeons. Perlane adds volume to restore surface contour in facial wrinkles and folds, such as naso- labial folds, and delivers long lasting results for about 6 months. “What’s great about Perlane is that becauseof the bigger particle size, you are able to fill nasolabial Thescience behind dermalfillers is stronger than ever, asis the competition for something new that produces great results. Dermalfillers are substancesthat are injected just below the surface of the skin to fill in moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from yournose to the cornersof your mouth. folds by providing volume,” said New York-based dermatologist Dr. Marina Peredo. Filler 101: Do I Need An Allergy Test? Somefillers on the market are derived from animals, such as cows (bovine) and pig (porcine). Fillers that are derived from animals contain animal proteins and may require allergy testing prior to their use. Perlane contains no animal proteins and no allergy testing is required before use.* Ask your doctor whether the dermal filler you are considering requires an allergy test. Educate Yourself: Ask the physician whatfillers he or she is thinking of using and whatthesefillers are composedof. Ask if an allergy test should be doneprior to the procedure.* Ask to see the box of the injectable filler. Many product boxes have hologramsto ensure the safety and legitimacy of the products. Important Safety Considerations Of Perlane Perlane restores volume andfullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabialfolds). After your treatment, you might have some swelling, redness, pain, bruising and tenderness. This will normally last less than seven days. Although rare, red or swollen small bumps mayoccur. If you have had facial cold sores before, an injection can cause another outbreak. In rare circumstances, the doctor may inject into a blood vessel, which can damage the skin. To avoid bruising and bleeding, you should not use Perlane if you have recently used drugs that thin your blood or prevent clotting. If you are pregnant, breast- feeding or under 18, you should not use Perlane. Perlane should not be used by people with previous bad allergies, particularly to certain microorganisms known as gram positive bacteria; by people with previous bad allergies to drugs that have required in-hospital treatment; or by people with bleeding disorders. Perlane should not be injected anywhere except the skin or just under the skin. The use of Perlane at the site of skin sores, pimples, rashes, hives, cysts or infection should be postponed until healing is complete. Use of Perlane in these instances could delay healing or make your skin problems worse. Perlane is available only through a licensed practitioner. For complete product and safety information, visit www.RestylaneUSA.com. Restylane and Perlane are trademarks of HA North American Sales AB. *Patients with allergies to microorganisms known as gram positive bacteria should not use Perlane. wn nnn nnn ee eee RCa nn nen nee Online dermatologist network Web site. Retrieved February 2008 http: / /www.dermanetwork.org /faq /faq_dermal_fillers.asp
