As with all procedures like this, the injection of Perlane® carries a theoretical risk of infection and formation of scar tissue.
The safety and effectiveness of Perlane® have not been established in the treatment of lips, in nursing mothers, and in patients under 18 or over 65 years of age. Perlane® use in nursing could harm you or the nursing child.
The use of Perlane® in African-American patients can result in yperpigmentation
(darkening of skin color), which may take several weeks to correct.
If you have had herpes before, an injection can cause the herpes to come back.
The safety of Perlane® used with other skin therapies such as laser, mechanical or chemical peeling, and hair removal has not been established. The use of Perlane® in these skin therapies may not work or they may damage your skin.
You should avoid exposing the area(s) treated with Perlane® to excessive sun or UV lamps, and extreme heat and cold until any redness or swelling has disappeared.
