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Connecticut Restylane and Captique Injection

Frequent Questions

Below you will find a list of frequently asked questions about Restylane® and Captique™. If you cannot find the information you seek, please write to info@implasticsurgery.com. Please be sure to include the name of the procedure and your question.

How are Restylane® and Captique™ treatments done?

At Imperial Plastic Surgery in Westport, Connecticut, your procedure will begin with a skin cleansing with alcohol. If necessary, a topical anesthetic cream may be used to numb the treatment area. Using very fine needles, Dr. Singer injects the treatment area with Restylane® or Captique™ gel deep beneath the skin's surface to add volume to the underlying tissue allowing your skin to unfold and un-furrow so it lies flat and taught. Dr. Singer may massage the treatment area after the injections to smooth the gel.

Who is a good candidate for Restylane® and Captique™ injections?

Men and Women who want to reduce moderate to severe facial folds, lines and wrinkles. Candidates should have realistic expectations, and be over 18 years of age. Women who are pregnant or nursing should not receive Restylane® or Captique™ injections.

How long do Restylane® and Captique™ treatments take?

Restylane® and Captique™ treatments generally take less than an hour in our Westport medical offices.

Do Restylane® and Captique™ injections hurt?

Most patients describe the feeling of the injections as a pinch. There may be a feeling of tightness where the gel is injected. Some patients have described a feeling like that of a string being pulled under their skin.

What form of anesthesia is used?

Generally the only anesthetic that is used for Restylane® or Captique™ treatments in our Westport office is a topical cream that numbs the area around the injection site. In specific circumstances, or for very sensitive patients, a local anesthetic may be used to numb the entire treatment area.

How do I prepare for Restylane® or Captique™ injections?

No preparation is needed for Restylane® or Captique™ injections. You can come straight to our Westport offices from work or shopping. Dr. Singer may ask you to discontinue certain vitamins, minerals or over the counter medications a week prior to the procedure that may increase the risk of swelling or cause bleeding.

What are the results?

You will see immediately after the injections that Restylane® or Captique™ have lifted the creases of your facial lines, folds and wrinkles to produce smooth, taught skin.

Can I go home the same day?

Yes, you can go home right after your treatment or if you feel up to it, you can go out. With Restylane® and Captique™ injections there is little to no downtime. Some patients may have mild swelling or redness of the treatment area, but most patients will just see smooth un-furrowed skin.

Connecticut plastic surgeon, Dr. Singer, may be reached in his Westport office at this toll free number 203-226-6351 to answer your questions about Restylane® and Captique™ or to schedule your consultation appointment.

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