Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Table of Contents
- Joint Injections & Orthopedics (1–18)
- Dermal Fillers (19–29)
- Skin Boosters & Biorevitalization (30–37)
- Polynucleotides & PDRN (38–43)
- Biostimulators (44–48)
- Lipolysis & Body Contouring (49–57)
- Profhilo & Bioremodeling (58–62)
- Ordering & Shipping (63–68)
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For Practices & Doctors (69–72)
Joint Injections & Orthopedics
1. What are hyaluronic acid joint injections?
CE-certified medical devices for the treatment of joint osteoarthritis. Improve joint function, reduce pain, and increase mobility. All preparations: Joint Injections Collection.
2. How long do joint injections last?
- Durolane: up to 12 months – longest duration of action
- Ostenil Plus: 6–12 months
- Synvisc One: approx. 6 months
- Cingal: up to 6 months + immediate effect due to corticosteroid
- Monovisc: up to 6 months
- HyalOne: 6 months
3. Ostenil Plus vs. Synvisc One?
Ostenil Plus: 3–5 injections, up to 12 months. Synvisc One: Single-shot, 1 injection, approx. 6 months.
4. Synvisc vs. Synvisc-One?
Synvisc Classic (3×2 ml): Three weekly injections. Synvisc-One (48 mg/6 ml): Single injection. Both CE-certified.
5. What is Monovisc?
Monovisc 88 mg/4 ml from Anika Therapeutics: HA single injection for knee and hip osteoarthritis. Up to 6 months of pain relief.
6. Durolane vs. Monovisc?
Durolane: NASHA technology, up to 12 months. Monovisc: Higher concentration, up to 6 months.
7. Which joint injection for the knee joint?
- Longest duration of action: Durolane
- Immediate + long-term effect: Cingal
- Patient-friendly: Synvisc One or Monovisc
- Standard therapy: Ostenil Plus
8. What makes Cingal special?
Cingal combines HA with triamcinolone: immediate effect after 1–3 days + long-term effect up to 6 months – all in one injection.
9. Are joint injections painful?
Usually minimally painful. Many preparations contain local anesthetics. Mild discomfort for 1–2 days is normal.
10. How many injections are necessary?
- Single-Shot: Synvisc One, Cingal, Durolane, Monovisc
- 3–5 Injections: Ostenil Plus, HyalOne, Synvisc Classic, Go-On
11. For which joints are they suitable?
Knee, hip, shoulder, ankle, wrist. Durolane for all major joints. Ostenil Mini for finger and toe joints.
12. When does the effect begin?
First improvement after 2–4 weeks, optimal after 4–8 weeks. Cingal acts within 1–3 days.
13. Do health insurance companies cover the costs?
Statutory health insurance usually does not (individual health service). Attractive B2B purchase prices: Request a quote.
14. What are the side effects?
Very well tolerated. Possible side effects: local swelling, redness, mild pain (1–2 days). All products are CE-certified according to EU-MDR 2017/745.
15. Can the treatment be repeated?
Yes, after the duration of action (6–12 months) without limitation, it can be repeated.
16. How much does a joint injection treatment cost?
Durolane offers the best cost-benefit ratio. B2B prices after registration in the Joint Injection Shop.
17. Can joint injections cure osteoarthritis?
No, but they alleviate symptoms, reduce pain, and can delay surgical interventions.
18. Who is it not suitable for?
Contraindications: Acute joint infection, allergy to HA, severe blood clotting disorders, pregnancy.
Dermal Fillers
19. Juvéderm vs. Restylane?
Juvéderm: Vycross technology, up to 18 months, ideal for volume. Restylane: NASHA technology, 6–12 months, ideal for fine lines and lips.
20. Which filler lasts the longest?
12–18 months: Juvéderm Voluma & Volux, Restylane Volyme, Revolax Sub-Q. Up to 4 years: Ellánsé (PCL).
21. Best filler for lips?
- Natural: Restylane Kysse, Juvéderm Volbella
- More volume: Juvéderm Ultra 3 & Ultra Smile
- Price-performance: Perfectha Derm, Revolax Fine
- Premium: Stylage Special Lips
22. Best filler for nasolabial folds?
- Premium: Restylane Defyne, Juvéderm Volift
- Classic: Juvéderm Ultra 4, Restylane
- Price-performance: Perfectha Deep, Revolax Deep
23. Best filler for cheeks?
- Premium: Juvéderm Voluma, Restylane Volyme & Lyft
- Price-performance: Perfectha Subskin, Revolax Sub-Q
- Long-term: Ellánsé M/L/E (up to 4 years)
24. Are cheaper fillers worse?
No. Perfectha, Revolax, and Saypha offer excellent quality. All CE-certified according to EU-MDR.
25. Can different fillers be combined?
Yes. Example: Juvéderm Voluma for cheeks + Restylane Kysse for lips + Profhilo for skin quality.
26. How painful are filler treatments?
Most contain lidocaine: Juvéderm, Restylane, Perfectha, Revolax.
27. How long do dermal fillers last?
- 12–18 months: Juvéderm Voluma & Volux, Restylane Volyme
- 9–12 months: Juvéderm Volift, Restylane Lyft, Perfectha Subskin
- 6–9 months: Juvéderm Volbella, Restylane Kysse, Perfectha Derm
- Up to 4 years: Ellánsé (PCL)
28. What are the side effects of fillers?
Common (1–3 days): Swelling, redness, mild pain. Rare: Allergic reactions.
29. Can fillers be dissolved?
Yes, all HA fillers with hyaluronidase within 24–48 hours. Exception: Ellánsé (PCL) and Radiesse (CaHA) cannot be dissolved.
Skin Boosters & Biorevitalization
30. What are Skin Boosters?
Skin Boosters are injectable HA preparations for intensive skin hydration. No volume – improve skin texture, elasticity, and radiance.
31. Skin Booster vs. Dermal Filler?
- Skin Boosters: Low viscosity, spreads evenly, improves skin quality, no volume
- Dermal Fillers: High viscosity, stays at the injection site, adds volume
32. Which Skin Boosters do you offer?
- Seventy Hyal 2000 – high molecular weight HA (2000 kDa)
- Neauvia Hydro Deluxe – PEG cross-linking
- Fillmed NCTF 135 HA – vitamin-amino acid complex
- Profhilo H+L – dual HA bioremodeling
- Teoxane RHA® – Swiss Premium
33. What is Biorevitalization?
Biorevitalization combines HA with vitamins and amino acids. Fillmed NCTF 135 HA and Cytocare deliver over 50 active ingredients directly into the skin.
34. Who are Skin Boosters suitable for?
Ideal for dehydrated skin, fine lines, anti-aging from 25 years. All products: Skin Booster Collection.
35. How often to apply?
Initial treatment: 2–3 sessions 4 weeks apart. Maintenance therapy: every 3–6 months.
36. What is RRS HA Eyes?
RRS HA Eyes – biorevitalization complex for the eye area. HA + vitamins + amino acids against dark circles and puffiness. 12 × 1.5 ml pack.
37. What is DermaHeal?
DermaHeal – mesotherapy solutions: Eyebag Solution (for under-eye bags) and Dark Circle Solution (for dark circles). All mesotherapy products: Mesotherapy Collection.
Polynucleotides & PDRN
38. What are Polynucleotides (PDRN)?
Polynucleotides (PN/PDRN) are high molecular weight DNA fragments that stimulate cell regeneration and collagen production – one of the most effective anti-aging treatments.
39. Which polynucleotide products do you offer?
- Lumi Eyes & Lumi-Pro Eyes – PDRN for the eye area
- NucleoFill Soft Plus – optimized viscosity
- Plinest Eye – patented PN-HPT™ technology
- HP Vitaran I – high-purity PDRN formula
40. What is Lumi Eyes?
Lumi Eyes & Lumi-Pro Eyes – highly concentrated PDRN preparations for the periorbital area. Reduce dark circles, puffiness, and crow's feet. Lumi-Pro = increased concentration.
41. What is Plinest and PN-HPT™ technology?
Plinest – patented PN-HPT™ technology (High Purified Technology) for highest purity and optimal biocompatibility.
42. What is NucleoFill Soft Plus?
NucleoFill Soft Plus – polynucleotide preparation with Soft-Plus viscosity for precise application in the periorbital area.
43. How often are polynucleotides applied?
Initial treatment: 3–4 sessions 2–4 weeks apart. Maintenance therapy: every 3–6 months. All products: Polynucleotide Collection.
Biostimulators
44. What are Biostimulators?
Biostimulators stimulate the body's own collagen production for natural, progressive rejuvenation. No immediate volume.
45. What is Gouri?
Gouri – the world's first liquid PCL biostimulator. Spreads evenly across the entire face and globally stimulates collagen production.
46. What is aesPLLA?
aesPLLA – Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA) Biostimulator. Gradual degradation continuously stimulates collagen production – progressive rejuvenation over 12–24 months.
47. What is Ellánsé?
Ellánsé – PCL biostimulator-filler: immediate volume + long-term collagen stimulation. 4 variants: S (1 year), M (2 years), L (3 years), E (4 years).
48. What is Radiesse?
Radiesse – CaHA biostimulator-filler for immediate volume and collagen stimulation. Suitable for cheeks, chin, jawline, and hands. Durability: 12–18 months. All biostimulators: Biostimulator Collection.
Lipolysis & Body Contouring
49. What is Lemon Bottle?
Lemon Bottle – non-surgical fat reduction based on riboflavin (vitamin B2), lecithin, and bromelain. Can be used on double chin, abdomen, hips, and thighs.
50. Aqualyx vs. Lemon Bottle?
Aqualyx® – leading lipolysis agent based on deoxycholate, clinically best documented. Lemon Bottle – gentler alternative. Both: Fat Reduction Products.
51. What is Alidya?
Alidya® – first clinically validated anti-cellulite preparation for the treatment of lipodystrophy.
52. What is Prostrolane?
Prostrolane Inner-B SE – phosphatidylcholine-based lipolysis agent for localized fat deposits such as double chin, abdomen, and hips.
53. How many lipolysis treatments are necessary?
- Small areas (double chin): 2–3 treatments
- Medium areas (abdomen, hips): 3–5 treatments
- Large areas (thighs): 4–6 treatments
Treatment interval: 2–4 weeks. All products: Fat Reduction Products.
54. What are Body Fillers?
Body Fillers – high-viscosity HA preparations for non-surgical body contouring. Suitable for buttocks, calves, décolletage, and hips.
55. Which Body Fillers do you offer?
- Hyacorp MLF 1 & MLF 2 – leading Body Filler line
- DeneB Classic-H & Classic-S – Hard and Soft type
- Perfect Line Volume Body – for calves, décolletage, and buttocks
56. How long do Body Fillers last?
Typically 12–18 months. Hyacorp MLF 2 offers particularly long-lasting results.
57. Which body areas can be treated with lipolysis?
- Face: Double chin, cheeks, jawline
- Body: Abdomen, hips, thighs, upper arms, back, knees
- Cellulite: Alidya® specifically for lipodystrophy
Profhilo & Bioremodeling
58. What is Profhilo?
Profhilo – Bioremodeling product with dual HA technology (H+L). Improves skin quality through collagen stimulation and hydration, without adding volume.
59. How is Profhilo applied?
2 sessions 4 weeks apart using the BAP technique: 5 injection points per half of the face. Maintenance therapy every 6–12 months. Areas: face, neck, décolletage, hands.
60. Profhilo H+L vs. Profhilo Structura?
Profhilo H+L: Classic bioremodeling – skin quality, hydration, elasticity. No volume. Profhilo Structura: Bioremodeling + slight lifting effect and volume.
61. Profhilo vs. Dermal Fillers?
- Profhilo: Skin quality, hydration, collagen stimulation, no volume
- Dermal Fillers: Volume building, wrinkle correction, stays at injection site
62. How long does Profhilo last?
First results after 4 weeks, optimal after 8 weeks. Duration: 6–9 months. Similar products: Skin Boosters, Biorevitalization.
Ordering & Shipping
63. How can I, as a doctor or practice, place an order?
Directly via our online shop after registering as a medical professional. For bulk orders: B2B Order Form. We only supply medical professionals.
64. How fast is shipping?
Shipping within 1–2 business days. Delivery time: 2–5 business days (Germany), 3–7 business days EU-wide (Austria, Switzerland, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium).
65. What are the shipping costs?
In Germany: free shipping. Other countries: Shipping costs depend on order value and destination country.
66. How is the cold chain ensured?
Temperature-sensitive products are shipped with validated cool packs and certified insulated packaging (2–8 °C). Cold chain documented throughout the entire transport. Personal receipt at the practice address is required.
67. How can I track my order?
Tracking number via email after dispatch. Real-time tracking via our order tracking.
68. What happens if there is a damaged or incorrect delivery?
Report within 48 hours: info@novamedo.de or WhatsApp. We will promptly send a replacement or issue a full refund. Details: Returns & Complaints.
For Practices & Doctors
69. Do you offer special conditions for practices?
Yes: staggered volume discounts, purchase on account (30 days net), personal consultation. Request an individual offer.
70. Is purchase on account possible?
For verified practices: Purchase on account with 30 days payment target. Set up business account: info@novamedo.de.
71. What payment methods do you accept?
Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex), PayPal, Sofortüberweisung (instant transfer), SEPA direct debit, purchase on account (verified practices). All payments are SSL/TLS encrypted.
