Zyderm and Zyplast implants are made of purified bovine (cow) collagen that is used to
replenish the skin's natural collagen and smooth facial lines and wrinkles. The
implants contain a numbing agent called lidocaine that is used to help ensure patients'
comfort during the injection procedure. There are various formulations for smoothing
facial lines, wrinkles and scars and for providing lip border definition.
Zyderm 1 implants are used to treat fine lines, wrinkles and shallow scars; and worry
lines, crows feet and nasolabial lines. Zyderm 2 implants are used to treat moderate
lines, wrinkles and scars.
Zyplast implants are indicated to treat pronounced lines, furrows and scars, lip border
definition, nasolabial folds, marionette lines and thicker areas of the skin.
Treatment with Zyderm or Zyplast implants is an easy and effective way to smooth
lines, wrinkles, scars and define the lip border. An immediate, visible difference in
appearance may be achieved in one treatment session.
Four weeks prior to the procedure a skin sensitivity test is done on the forearm to
determine if a patient has a sensitivity to the implants. Ninety-seven percent (97%) of
men and women tested can be treated with Zyderm and Zyplast implants.
Treatment with Zyderm and Zyplast implants consists of a simple in-office procedure
that can be completed quickly and conveniently, even during a lunch hour. Most
patients return to their normal routine immediately following the procedure. |