Newest Filler to Fight Facial Lines Debuts in Michiana

Just in Time for Holiday Season

October 18, 2004

Elkhart, IN — Move over BOTOX®. The next big word in fighting the signs of aging is Restylane ® , a new, natural and long-lasting solution for men and women who want to smooth facial lines and wrinkles. And with the holidays just around the corner, everyone wants to look good and feel good.

“Restylane is ideal, since it can be used in conjunction with BOTOX®,” said Dr. Ronald Downs, MD, board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. “A study has shown that six months after a Restylane procedure, facial folds return to pre-treatment condition only 30% of the time, compared to 70% for collagen-treated folds.”

Restylane is the first and only FDA-approved injectable dermal filler made of non-animal, stabilized hyaluronic acid, or NASHA™. As the next frontier of soft-tissue fillers, Restylane erases lines and folds by adding volume beneath the skin’s surface to lift the skin and smooth out the wrinkle or fold. It is made of a natural substance already found in the human body and is, in fact, almost identical to the body’s hyaluronic acid. Because of this, it is completely biodegradable and integrates naturally into the tissue to allow important nutrients to pass through to the injection site.

Restylane is not derived from an animal or human source, so it doesn’t pose a risk of allergy or disease transmission. It is also long-lasting, though not permanent. Its effects can last up to a year, compared to four-to-six months for bovine and human-derived collagen.

In addition, unlike permanent fillers, Restylane does not contain artificial ingredients such as plastic beads, which at times cause lumps that require surgical removal. It has a decade-long track record for being safe, effective and trusted by physicians and patients in more than 60 countries.

“Our patients are really enjoying the benefits of Restylane. They like having longer-lasting results and feel better about a product that doesn’t use artificial ingredients,” added Dr. Downs.

The Centre, P.C. is a comprehensive plastic surgery practice that delivers expert professional care to patients in the Michiana area. With specialists in the fields of hand surgery and therapy, reconstructive surgery, cosmetic surgery and skin health, The Centre offers a unique variety of services and treatment options, including an Injury Prevention Program for businesses and their employees. Contact The Centre, P.C. at 574.296.9100 or visit theCentrepc.com or the American Society of Plastic Surgeons at plasticsurgery.org.

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Note to Editor: Dr. Ronald Downs, MD, and Dr. Patrick Viscardi, MD, are available to speak more directly to the benefits of Restylane. Please call 574.296.9100 to arrange an interview.

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