JUVÉDERM® is a long-lasting gel that, once injected into the skin with an ultra-fine needle, can lift and add volume to the areas being treated, erasing signs of wrinkles and crow’s feet. Similar to one of the body’s own natural substances (hyaluronic acid), it is made up of a visco-elastic gel, transparent and homogeneous. It is a completely safe treatment, the hyaluronic acid in JUVÉDERM® simply supplements the body’s age-depleted hyaluronic acid to plump-up the lip or to raise and fill in the particular wrinkles being treated.
Major benefits from using JUVÉDERM® are:
– Juvederm is developed through biosynthesis
– It is a biocompatible molecule and is of non-animal origin
– It does not require testing prior to use
In a very natural way, the product will restore the sensuous curves of your lips and the smooth curves to your face. Through a simple injection, minor imperfections and signs of ageing are softened easily.
What results can you expect?
The results are immediate and very natural looking. There is little or no down time and most people return to their normal daily activities right after their visit. Juvederm is an ideal treatment option for:
– deep folds in the face
– lip enhancement
– elimination of facial lines
– wrinkle correction
– plumpness of lips
– reshaping of facial contours
How many treatments do you need?
Juvederm Ultra Plus XC lasts up to one year. A touch-up approximately one month after the initial treatment may be required to achieve optimal results.
How much time is required?
The initial injections usually require one hour. The injection of multiple syringes or the application of a local anesthetic may increase this to ninety minutes. Follow-up visits for touch ups are usually thirty minutes or less. I can provide a more precise time estimate after examining you and discussing the amount of correction you desire.
Things you should know
As with any injection, you may experience mild irritation, swelling, itching, redness, bruising, or tenderness at the injection site. Juvederm contains lidocaine, an anesthetic that makes the procedure more comfortable. Additional topical or local anesthetic may be administered for comfort and the cost is included in the treatment price.
JUVÉDERM® is available in three different formulas for ease of use:
JUVÉDERM® 18
This formula is used for filling in fine lines and fine wrinkles. When injected into the superficial dermis, JUVÉDERM® 18 fills in fine wrinkles, such as crow’s feet or laugh lines.
JUVÉDERM® 24
This is specially formulated for forehead wrinkles and moderate brow furrows. As injected into the middle dermis, JUVÉDERM® 24, a denser version of JUVÉDERM® 18 effectively eliminates forehead wrinkles, glabellar lines, and mild to moderate nasal furrows.
JUVÉDERM® 30
This special formulation is used for shaping lips, deep folds and cheeks. As it is injected into the deep dermis, JUVÉDERM® 30 fills deep folds around the nose, returning volume to the lips, sculpturing cheeks and returning you face to its natural, youthful beauty.