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!

FAQs

What is JUVÉDERM?
Juvéderm is the only HA filller with FDA approval to last up to one year. It is a smooth consistency gel dermal filler that helps 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 comes in two formulations—Juvéderm Ultra and Juvéderm Ultra Plus.

What does JUVÉDERM do?
Juvéderm injectable gel temporarily adds volume to facial tissue and restores a smoother appearance to the face.

Why does JUVÉDERM come in two formulations?
Juvéderm injectable gel is available in two formulations to allow us to tailor treatment to your unique needs. Juvéderm Ultra provides versatility in contouring and volumizing facial wrinkles and folds. Juvéderm Ultra Plus is a more robust formulation for volumizing and correcting deeper folds and wrinkles.

What makes JUVÉDERM different from other dermal fillers?
JUVÉDERM is the ONLY hyaluronic acid (HA) filler FDA approved to last up to one year. It also works to create a smooth consistency gel that flows easily into the skin and provides a smooth, natural look and feel. All other hyaluronic acid dermal fillers currently on the market are made of granular consistency gels. And, Juvéderm is the first hyaluronic acid dermal filler that has demonstrated its safety and effectiveness in persons of color.

What is hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance found in all mammals that helps to hydrate and add volume to your skin. In addition to its use as an aesthetic treatment, hyaluronic acid has also been used for more than 20 years for injection into arthritic joints to aid movement as well as for eye surgeries and wound repair.

What will treatment with JUVÉDERM injectable gel accomplish?
Juvéderm injectable gel will help to smooth moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. Most patients need one treatment to achieve optimal wrinkle smoothing. And one treatment could smooth your lines and wrinkles for up to one year.

Is treatment with JUVÉDERM injectable gel painful?
Injections may cause some discomfort during and after the injection. The smooth consistency gel of Juvéderm allows to administer it easily and smoothly. And, Juvéderm is injected directly into the skin using a fine needle to reduce injection discomfort. We may choose to numb (anesthetize) the treatment area to further minimize discomfort.

How long does treatment usually take?
Depending on the area(s) treated the injection process take from 15-30 minutes. You’ll also need to allow time to consult with our medical professionals prior to treatment.

Does the correction last forever?
No. Correction is temporary; therefore, touch-up injections as well as repeat injections are usually needed to maintain optimal corrections.

What are the possible side effects of JUVÉDERM injectable gel?
Most side effects are mild or moderate in nature, and their duration is short lasting
(7 days or less). The most common side effects include, but are not limited to, temporary injections site reactions such as redness, pain/tenderness, firmness, swelling, lumps/bumps, bruising, itching, and discoloration. As with all skin injection procedures there is a risk of infection.

Can people with different skin tones/colors be treated with JUVÉDERM?
Yes. In fact, Juvéderm injectable gel is the first FDA-approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler that has proven its safety and effectiveness in persons of color. Studies with Juvéderm showed no increased risk of hyperpigmentation or hypertrophic scarring in patients of color.