Injectable Treatments

Patients who desire injectables like BOTOX® in Hawaii may have noticed the effects of age, gravity, exposure to sunlight, and the stresses of life all taking their toll on a person’s face. Deep creases often develop around the nose, eyes, and mouth causing unsightly wrinkles which make the patient look older. Such factors may affect an individual’s confidence, leading them to seek their own BOTOX injection treatment in Hawaii.

Botox is a cosmetic injectable that contains a purified form of a toxin called botulinum toxin type A. When injected into the facial muscles, botox inhibits the nerves from sending signals to the muscles to make them contract which helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine line. Botox injections also has a number of other uses. It is used to help treat excessive underarm sweating, a condition known as hyperhidrosis. It is also used to help manage chronic migraines.

BOTOX® can help such individuals restore youthful vibrance and energy to the face. The effects of time are virtually undone to restore an individual’s face and to remove some of the effects of time and aging. Dr. Healy accomplishes such effects by injecting BOTOX® beneath wrinkles to smooth them out. BOTOX® effectively relaxes the facial muscles underneath the skin which causes the wrinkles. This not only helps to restore the physical appearance of the patient but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient.

Botox can be used to treat:

• Crow’s feet around the eyes
• Forehead wrinkles
• Brow furrows
• Smile lines around the mouth
• frown lines
• Chine wrinkles
• Bunny lines around the nose
• Vertical neck banding

Use of BOTOX® is an individualized procedure in which your goals should be realistically determined and discussed with your physician. Together you will determine what specific procedures will be performed. BOTOX® is often used in conjunction with other procedures such as a facelift or eye surgery. Once your goals have been determined you will set a date for this procedure and will be given instructions about how to prepare.

When the date for your BOTOX® injections in Hawaiihas arrived, the procedure should not take long unless you are having other procedures performed with the injection. Each injection has relatively little pain or discomfort, usually a stinging or burning sensation unless anesthesia is used.

It is important to remember that Hawaii BOTOX® injections are no replacement for surgery procedures and can not achieve as dramatic of a result. BOTOX® injections are also usually temporary in nature, but the length of duration may differ between individuals. Individuals may also consider fat injections. In a fat injection, fat is removed from another portion of the body and then injected into the body to fill in wrinkles. Due to the nature of the procedure, it will usually take longer than other injectables as the fat must first be removed from the patient before it is reinjected.

Recovery is usually quick and post-recovery pains are minor. Usually, a bit of swelling may occur and redness usually subsides within about a day or so. The degree of swelling will usually depend on the size of the treated area and other individual factors unique to each patient. Please visit our home page to learn more about Hawaii BOTOX® injections.

Restylane Lyft is a type of facial filler used to target wrinkles. The filler makes use of hyaluronic acid to help lift cheeks and add volume to the cheeks and hands. At Healy Institute of Wellness, we offer non-surgical hand and facial rejuvenation using Restylane Lyft for our patients in Hawaii.

Restylane Lyft is an injectable dermal filler that contains a combination of hyaluronic acid. When injected under the skin, Restylane Lyft adds volume to the area which helps to lift the skin and smooth wrinkles. The lidocaine present in Restylane Lyft injections makes the injection process as comfortable as possible. 

The hyaluronic acid present in Restylane Lyft helps to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin in the skin. Consequently, the combination of collagen and hyaluronic acid improves the structure of the skin and adds volume to areas affected by aging and wrinkles.

The water-attracting properties of Restylane Lyft work to bind water molecules and help to keep the skin retain moisture in order to maintain the volume provided.

Restylane Lyft is a relatively quick procedure. The exact duration depends on the number of injections being used and ranges from 15 minutes to an hour. The injection sites are marked, and a fine needle syringe is used to inject the product into the area.

Keep in mind that the results of Restylane Lyft are temporary.

Minor side effects like redness, tenderness, and swelling can be expected and are perfectly normal. The side effects are also unlikely to affect post-treatment activities.

People with a history of bleeding disorders, acne, and eczema are not the best candidates for Restylane Lyft treatment. Smokers and people with lidocaine allergy should also refrain from getting injected.

Before undergoing the Restylane Lyft procedure, your doctor may recommend that you stop taking certain medications like anti-inflammatory drugs or blood thinners. Smoking and alcohol consumption is also best avoided.

Follow the doctor’s advice and disclose any and all medication or supplements you are currently consuming. Facial treatments such as chemical peels and exfoliation should be avoided pre-treatment.

On the day of the procedure, you will be asked to come without makeup and lotion-free.

Results from Restylane Lyft can be seen almost immediately. For best results and to get a full picture, wait for a few days. The results vary according to the individual but generally, results from Restylane Lyft lasts for 8-10 months.

You may have to avoid excessive sun exposure for a few days. For the 24 hours following surgery, also avoid makeup and apply any antibiotic creams or medications prescribed by the doctor.

A cold compress may be used to alleviate the swelling. Avoid medications like aspirin and vitamin E supplements that increase the risk of bruising and exposing skin to high temperatures in steam baths or saunas.

Restylane Silk is an FDA-approved filler specifically designed for the lips. It is an option for non-surgical lip augmentation that can give the lips an alluring and youthful look. Restylane Silk is a hyaluronic acid-based injectable. This is a natural substance made by the human body. It increases the volume and fullness of lips and eliminates wrinkles and fine lines near the mouth at the same time. Healy Institute of Wellness is proud to offer some of the best Restylane Silk results Hawaii has to offer.

At the consultation, Healy Instituteof Wellness will determine whether Restylane Silk is the best treatment option based on the specific aesthetic concerns of the patient and their desired results.

The entire procedure takes up to 20 minutes to complete. 

In the first step, Dr. Jeff Healy and his team injects the Restylane Silk into marked areas around the lips based on the issues the patients want to address. Immediately, the solution reshapes and adds volume to the lips.

Restylane Silk contains 0.3% lidocaine which works as a topical anesthetic to minimize pain. It will numb the target areas while reducing any discomfort the patient may feel at the injection site. 

Once Dr. Healy feels satisfied with the shape, feel, and size of the patient’s lips, the procedure is complete. The patient may be asked to wait in the room for a few minutes to make sure there are no immediate adverse effects. Since there is no downtime, patients can return home to their routine within 30 minutes after the procedure.

The patient is advised to schedule future appointments every few to maintain the appearance of their lips.

Once the filler is injected, it results in younger and smoother-looking lips. Apart from plumping the lips, it fills in the wrinkles and lines around the lip region. This injectable works immediately. Results are noticeable within a short time.

• Apply ice packs if swelling and tenderness are present.
• Avoid rubbing, massaging, manipulating, or applying pressure to the treated areas.
• Avoid lying face down after the treatment.
• Patients can use regular make-up and skincare products.

Restylane Silk injections show immediate results. The final results are visible within 5 days. These fillers last up to 18 months. After this period, patients can contact our office to schedule additional Restylane Silk injections to help maintain their results.

The cost of your Restylane Silk treatment in Hawaii will be based on the amount of product needed to provide you with your desired results and other potential factors that our team at Healy Institute of Wellness can discuss during your consultation. Financing options are available.

As we age, our skin loses elasticity and fat which can result in the formation of visible wrinkles, lines, and folds. There are several treatment options to treat this problem and Sculptra is one of them. Sculptra treats facial folds and wrinkles and gives the face a more youthful appearance. At Healy Institute of Hawaii, we have helped numerous women and men regain confidence in their appearance by providing them with beautiful results from their Restylane treatment in Hawaii.

Sculptra is an injectable dermal filler and the main ingredient is poly-L-lactic acid which is known as a collagen stimulator. Sculptra use results in natural and long-lasting results for up to two years. After Sculptra treatments, patients have a softer and youthful appearance. Results are almost immediate, and improved results will continue to develop over time.

Dr. Healy will ask about your medical history, allergies, and your expectations. He will provide information on the procedure and what you can expect. The number of injections required to achieve your desired look will also be discussed during this time.

On the day of the procedure, Dr. Healy will prepare your skin and mark the areas where the injections will be made. Topical anesthesia is applied to minimize discomfort. Sculptra is then injected at multiple sites based on the facial mapping. There is no downtime with this procedure, and you can resume regular activities immediately.

In most cases, Sculptra is used to address facial folds and wrinkles. It has also received FDA approval for treating smile lines and wrinkles around the nose and chin. During your consultation, Dr. Healy can examine the areas of your face that you would like to address and can let you know if Restylane or another dermal filler is the right choice for you.

After your Sculptra injections in Hawaii, expect some swelling and bruising at the injection site. These issues will be mild and should subside quickly.

Dr. Healy will suggest doing the following to speed up the recovery process:

• Use a cold pack on the injection sites to reduce swelling.
• You will have to stay out of the sun and not use tanning beds till the redness and swelling have subsided completely.

Results from Sculptra treatments develop gradually and it will take 8 weeks to see the full results. Sculptra is an FDA-approved dermal filler and highly effective in stimulating collagen production. Get your treatments from a trained practitioner so that you do not have complications and get the best possible results.