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Perlane® in Oakland, CA

Deep lines and wrinkles often prove to be difficult to treat without resorting to surgical procedures. Dr. Gabriel Patino at The Cosmetic Surgical Center of El Cerrito provides Perlane® treatments to the residents of Oakland, Berkeley, and the surrounding communities in California who prefer a non-invasive method of treatment for aging skin.

What is Perlane ®?

Perlane® is a dermal filler that is a solution to lines and wrinkles that form as part of the aging process. A Perlane® treatment involves injections to smooth difficult wrinkles near the lips, mouth, and cheeks. It works similarly to Restylane® in filling in lines and wrinkles to foster smoother, and more youthful-looking skin.

Perlane® is somewhat different from Restylane® in that it is effective against wrinkles and lines that are unaffected by milder treatments. It contains hyaluronic acid, which has the characteristic of attracting water molecules, lending a plumping effect to the skin.

Perlane® Benefits

  • Smooths and fills difficult wrinkles around both the mouth and nose
  • Provides additional plumpness and volume to the lips
  • Treats deep nasolabial folds and deeper wrinkles

How is Perlane ® administered?

Perlane® treatment begins with an injection of the product using a very fine needle that penetrates deeply into the skin, delivering it to areas around the mouth and nose. The treatment only takes a few minutes, and many patients choose to have their Perlane® treatments performed during their lunch hour.

Perlane® Preparation

Perlane® contains hyaluronic acid — a substance produced by your own body, but in smaller quantities as you age. One property of hyaluronic acid is that it attracts a large volume of water molecules, which helps plump and add volume to aging skin.

Because Perlane® contains only natural substances, no allergic reactions are expected because the body does not treat it as a foreign substance.

Perlane® Recovery

Each Perlane® treatment requires only a few minutes to be performed. It begins with the application of a numbing agent to the areas to be treated to minimize any discomfort. After your treatment, you may notice some minor swelling and redness. An over-the-counter pain reliever or cold compress should help alleviate any swelling or discomfort.

Perlane® treatments only take approximately 30 to 45 minutes, which is one reason many people choose to have them during their lunch hour.

How much does a Perlane® treatment cost?

Because insurance companies do not normally consider cosmetic treatments like Perlane® to be essential, they do not usually cover it. The Cosmetic Surgical Center of El Cerrito can, however, provide financing through American HealthCare Lending and CareCredit®. Please call today if you have any questions and concerns about your treatment cost. You may also pay using cash, a major credit card, or a personal check.

Would I make a good candidate for Perlane® treatments?

People who are interested in Perlane® treatments usually want to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles and add some volume and plumpness to their facial skin. Perlane® treatment offers you the promise of looking closer to your actual age by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles that can make you look haggard and tired. Perlane® treatments only take around 30 to 45 minutes, and many patients elect to have the treatments performed over their lunch hour for this reason.

Good candidates for Perlane® treatments have one or more of the following:

  • Smoker’s lines around the mouth
  • Marionette line signs at the sides of the mouth
  • Deep smile lines or nasolabial furrows

Your Consultation

Your consultation will allow Dr. Patino to examine your medical history and inform you about the treatment. The consultation is your opportunity to set your goals and expectations for your treatment. At this time, Dr. Patino will thoroughly walk you through each step of the procedure so that there will be no surprises during your actual treatment.

Perlane® may be right for you if you desire minimally-invasive treatments to minimize the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Please contact our office today to make an appointment for a FREE initial consultation with Dr. Patino if you are a resident of Oakland, Berkeley, or neighboring communities in California.