Anti Aging Treatments

Hylan-B gel aka hylaform is made from a substance which is naturally found in our bodies and skin – hyaluronic acid. This is responsible for attracting and binding water to the skin, so as to maintain its volume.   However, with the passage of time and exposure to sunlight, the volume of hyaluronic acid in our skin becomes less and less.  Thus, wrinkles start to make their appearance and sagging occurs.  Hylaform, which is a highly-purified version of hyaluronic acid, is used to replace the function of hyaluronic acid.

Injecting hylaform is an anti-aging technique that works very much like collagen, Botox or Restylane.   It fills the “empty spaces” that cause the wrinkles and also moisturizing the tissue that surrounds them.  But hylaform does one better as there is no need to check the skin for any allergic reactions.  The treatment works by toning down unsightly folds and wrinkles, as well as acne scars and laugh lines.  Recently, it has also been used to plump the lips for that Angelina Jolie-like pout.

The doctor will inject hylaform underneath the skin.  Before that, he or she may apply a bit of local anesthesia on the area concerned.  In the 30 minutes or less that it will take for the procedure to finish, you will see instant improvement.  Its non-invasive nature means that you can get on with your normal day immediately after the treatment.

This can take from one session for mild problems but for those who need more work, it may require a couple more sessions.   It is also recommended that you also have follow up sessions to replenish the Hylaform, as this substance tends to dissolve over time.  The touch up sessions will help maintain your wrinkle-free face and your full, pouty lips.  Your doctor will be able to draw a treatment plan so that the key areas are pinpointed and the timing of the succeeding sessions are scheduled.

This makes it ideal for those who just want a temporary solution – which is the case for those who are waiting for test results prior to undergoing a collagen or botox treatment.  When considering this anti-aging treatment, keep in mind that it may result in itching, swelling, bruising and mild redness.  But these are only temporary.  It is also advisable for those who have a skin disease in the area concerned, as well as those who are taking anti-coagulant medication, to ask their doctor about possible contraindications.