Juvederm is the
only Hyaluronic acid filler that is
FDA approved to last up to 1 year.
What Is JUVÉDERM™
Injectable Gel?
As we age, our skin changes. Over time, the natural volume of youthful
skin begins to diminish as wrinkles and folds form. But, with Juvéderm™
injectable gel, you don't have to just sit back and let it happen!
Juvéderm™ is a smooth consistency
gel made of hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring substance
in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration.Juvéderm™
gel is injected under the skin to instantly restore your skin's
volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your “smile
lines” or “parentheses” (nasolabial folds—the
creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of
your mouth).
Juvéderm™ provides a smooth, natural look
and feel—so everyone will notice (but no one will know)! In
fact, studies show superior results of Juvéderm™ compared
to a collagen-based dermal filler.†
Almost 90% of all study volunteers who were treated
with both Juvéderm™ injectable gel and another dermal
filler† preferred Juvéderm™!
Juvéderm™ injectable gel is the first FDA-approved hyaluronic
acid dermal filler that is proven to be safe and effective for persons
of color.
How JUVÉDERM™ Works
Juvéderm™ injectable gel dermal filler is a nonsurgical
treatment. Juvéderm™ is injected under the skin using
a fine needle to augment, or fill, the soft tissue of the dermis—the
dense inner layer of skin beneath the epidermis—to add volume
and diminish wrinkles and folds. Juvéderm™ injectable
gel is great for your "laugh lines," "smile lines"
or "parentheses" (nasolabial folds), or "marionette
lines" (oral commissures).
Juvéderm™ is a "next-generation"
filler. It is made from hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring
substance in your skin that helps to hydrate and add volume. Hyaluronic
acid may diminish with age, contributing to the formation of wrinkles
and folds. Juvéderm™ injectable gel works to correct
this by restoring hyaluronic acid in your skin, helping to smooth
wrinkles and folds
A unique manufacturing process
Juvéderm™ has a unique manufacturing process
that provides a high concentration of cross-linked hyaluronic acid
for long-lasting results. It also creates a smooth consistency gel
that flows easily into the skin during the injection process and
provides a smooth, natural look and feel—so everyone will notice
(but no one will know)! Only Juvéderm™ is so smooth—other
hyaluronic acid fillers currently on the market are made of granular
consistency gels.
*Juvéderm™ is indicated for injection
into the mid to deep dermis for correction of moderate to severe
facial wrinkles and folds (such as nasolabial folds).
What to Expect During Treatment
Because Juvéderm™ injectable gel is a simple, nonsurgical
wrinkle treatment, there is minimal recovery or downtime. So you
can make an appointment to stop by the office for treatment on the
way home from work or the gym, or even while the kids are at soccer
practice—and get right back to your life. Here's what to expect
when you visit for treatment.
Before you go: Avoid any medications that can prolong
bleeding, such as aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatories
(NSAIDs), for at least a week prior to treatment in order to reduce
the risk of bruising and bleeding at the injection site. (Tylenol
is okay).
When you arrive: If this is your first visit, Dr.
Hoenigl will ask about your medical history, including any allergies
you may have or medications you may take, and will tell you more
about wrinkle treatment with Juvéderm™. Juvéderm™
injectable gel does not require an allergy test.
Determining your treatment needs: Dr. Hoenig will
examine the soft tissue of your face to assess the depth of wrinkles
and folds to determine your treatment. Juvéderm™ injectable
gel is available in two formulations—Juvéderm™
Ultra for versatility in contouring and volumizing facial wrinkles
and folds, and Juvéderm™ Ultra Plus, a robust formulation
for volumizing and correcting deeper folds and wrinkles.
Before the procedure: Dr. Hoenig will use topical
and/or injectable anesthesia to numb the treatment area first.
The procedure: Dr. Hoenig will ease the Juvéderm™
injectable gel under your skin to augment, or fill, wrinkles and
folds. Following the injection, he may gently massage the treated
areas. The procedure is quick and easy. The injection itself usually
takes only about 15 minutes.
After the procedure: With Juvéderm™, there
is minimal recovery or downtime.
For the first 24 hours following treatment, you should
avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sun or heat exposure, and consumption
of alcoholic beverages in order to help minimize the risks of temporary
redness, swelling, and/or itching at the treatment sites. After
the treatment, some temporary injection-related reactions may occur,
including redness, pain, firmness, swelling, and bumps. Studies
have shown that these are usually mild to moderate in nature and
clear up on their own in 7 days or less. If you experience swelling
at the injection site, you can apply an ice pack for a brief period.
Seeing results: You should see an immediate
improvement in the treatment areas. Most patients need one treatment
to achieve optimal wrinkle smoothing. And one treatment could smooth
your lines and wrinkles for up to 1 year! However, results may vary
and correction is temporary. Supplemental “touch up” treatments
may be required to achieve and maintain optimal results.
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