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hylaform
guide |
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indications
and uses of hylaform |
for
wrinkles, folds, and most types of scars, skin contour
deficiencies and facial lines typically found between
the eyes, and around the mouth area. Also for definition
of the lip border. |
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composition
of hylaform |
Hylaform
is a modified form of hyaluronan, a naturally occurring
substance found in human skin and throughout the body.
Hylaform is derived from rooster's combs. |
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formulations
available |
-Hylaform
is used to treat moderate wrinkles and for lip enhancement
-Hylaform Fine Line is used for superficial lines such
as around the eyes and mouth
-Hylaform Plus is used for deep folds, facial contours
and lip enhancement |
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longevity of hylaform |
up to 3 months
in the lips; up to 6 months in other areas of the face |
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cost
of hylaform |
$400
to $800 per 0.75 cc |
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allergy
testing for hylaform |
because
hyaluronan is chemically, physically, and biologically
identical in the tissues of all species, no allergy testing
is required |
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anesthesia for
hylaform |
hylaform does not
contain lidocaine; topical (cream) anesthesia, local injections
or a nerve block (for lip treatments) may be offered |
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recovery after
hylaform injections |
usually return
to activities immediately. lip augmentation may cause
swelling that lasts several days |
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FDA approved? (US)
CE mark? (Europe)
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Hylaform has been FDA aaproved (4/23/04)
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available
in US? |
Yes |
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procedure
time |
20
to 45 minutes, depending on treatment areas |
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contraindications
to hylaform injections |
acute or chronic
skin disease. allergy to avian (bird) materials |
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pros
of hylaform |
no pre-treatment
skin test, little to no downtime, immediate results, naturally
based, biodegradable |
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cons
of hylaform |
results
are temporary, higher cost compared to collagen based
injectable fillers, does not contain anesthetic, animal
source (rooster) |
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notes |
after
the 1st treatment, one or more additional treatments (at
least one week apart) may be required to achieve the desired
level of correction. Over-correction is not recommeded. |
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for
more information |
Inamed
Aesthetics |
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