Juvederm
What is Juvederm?
Preparing for Juvederm
Before a Juvederm treatment, let us know your cosmetic goals and expectations. Juvederm procedures are minimally invasive so they’re frequently done on the same day as the consultation.
Simple instructions to follow before your consultation and treatment generally involve avoiding medication like aspirin, ibuprofen. And you’ll want to avoid excess alcohol in the days leading up to treatment. Smoking is also discouraged before treatment.
Avoiding these things can help prevent bruising. Also let us know of any allergies or sensitivities.
Treatment Information
How does Juvederm work?
Juvederm works by adding volume to the facial tissue through its active ingredient, hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in the human body.
It stimulates the production of the connective tissue that plumps the skin (collagen). As you get older, the production of hyaluronic acid and collagen decreases. This increases the appearance of sagging and wrinkling of the facial skin.
During the procedure, we will mark the areas to be treated. The product is then injected into the target area. Light massage ensures an even distribution and reduce the chance of swelling. The entire procedure usually takes between 30-40 minutes, depending on the area treated.
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Results Juvederm injections are immediate, and yours can be as subtle or dramatic as you choose based on the volume of product used. We perform lots of injections monthly, so we customize our approach to meet your goals.
One consideration to note is that while bruising is usually minimal, it is always a potential risk; therefore, it is not wise to get treated immediately before a big event. Our office uses a cannula technique which significant reduces bruising potential.
For “marionette lines,” Juvederm Ultra Plus or Restylane or RHA work well. These fillers give lasting results and support. These products can give a natural result by blending the filler throughout these areas.
Lip lines can be filled with a thinner filler like Juvederm depending on how plump you want your lips. These fillers give not only a fill but a shape to the lips. It is our goal to deliver natural results so we will discuss all the filler options at your visit.
