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Plastic surgery procedure - Evolence® injections

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What is Evolence®?

Evolence® is an injectable dermal filler from OrthoNeutrogena made from Type I collagen extracted from porcine tendons that has been crosslinked through a process known as Glymatrix™ technology that is believed to slow its resorption rate.

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How does Evolence® used for?

Evolence is indicated for the correction of moderate-to-deep facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds.

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Is pre-treatment skin testing required?

The FDA has determined that pre-treatment skin testing is not required.

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How long will the results last?

A study published in 2007 in the journal, Dermatologic Surgery showed equivalent effectiveness in correction of nasolabial folds at six months when Evolence® was compared to a non-animal-stabalized hyaluronic acid product.

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How much does Evolence® cost?

The cost to the consumer of Evolence® is comparable to hyaluronic acid based dermal fillers.

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