Hyaluronic acid therapy is a technique used in cosmetic surgery for improving and accentuating the facial features. Restylane, Esthelis, Hylaform and Perlane are some of the common injectibles used in hyaluronic acid therapy. Hyaluronic acid is located between the skin and its connective tissues and helps to improve the elasticity of the skin.

It supports the facial tissues and gives a more youthful appearance to the skin. Hyaluronic acid therapy can help to reduce crow's feet, smokers lines, oral commissures, frown lines and cheek depressions.

Procedure for Hyaluronic Acid Therapy

The skin is first cleaned with an antiseptic solution. Local anesthetic is applied on the area to be treated. Hyaluronic acid is then injected into the skin with a fine needle. This is followed up with a light massage to let the solution take hold on the skin. The skin might appear to be red or swollen after the treatment. However, this usually disappears within a week.