PREVELLE Silk is a colorless hyaluronic acid gel that contains a small quantity of a local anesthetic (lidocaine) to provide pain relief at the injection site. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in the human body, which moisturizes (hydrates) and cushions the skin. PREVELLE Silk is naturally broken down by your body over time. Skin testing is not required.

How is PREVELLE silk used?

PREVELLE Silk is injected into facial skin, using a very fine needle, for correction of moderate to severe wrinkles and folds (e.g. areas around the nose and the mouth). The gel plumps the skin to smooth away wrinkles and folds. Your healthcare professional will work with you to develop a treatment program to meet your individual needs.

Do the injections hurt?

In general, patients may experience varying levels of discomfort. However, PREVELLE Silk contains lidocaine that helps reduce injection site pain. In a clinical study, 87% of patients experienced significant pain relief at the time of injection with PREVELLE Silk. Your healthcare professional may choose additional anesthetic to further minimize discomfort.

How often will I require treatment?

After the initial injection an additional treatment, or touch up, may be needed 1 to 2 weeks later to achieve the desired level of correction. Over time PREVELLE Silk will be broken down naturally by your body, which is why you may want repeat treatments. In general, repeat treatments are needed within 3 to 6 months to maintain the desired result, but the timing of additional treatment varies from person to person.

What make PREVELLE Silk different from other fillers?