JUVÉDERM® Injectable Gel
A More Youthful Appearance with Juvéderm®
Juvéderm can erase the furrows and deep wrinkles that develop in the skin as a result of aging, overuse and constant muscle contractions. These permanent facial lines, which most often develop around the eyes and mouth as well as between the eyebrows and on the forehead, can make you look older, sad, angry or tired. The plastic surgeons at the Peer Group in northern New Jersey perform Juvéderm treatments as well as procedures using other injectable fillers including Restylane® to restore a more youthful smoothness to you skin.
Fortunately, dermal fillers such as Juvéderm® Injectable Gel can erase these signs of aging to restore a younger, more refreshed appearance.
Juvéderm is an FDA-approved injectable dermal filler. Injected under the skin, the smooth consistency gel is capable of restoring volume to the skin while smoothing away moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. This injection is made of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the skin that adds volume and hydration. But unlike other hyaluronic acid fillers, which usually have granular consistencies, Juvéderm is easily injected into the skin and produces immediate, natural-looking results.
Patients can achieve a fuller, younger appearance while still maintaining the natural features that define who they are. Juvéderm injections are most effective in reducing the appearance of nasolabial folds, the lines that run from the bottom of the nose to the corner of the mouth on both sides of the face.
What Juvéderm Injectable Gel Can Do For You
Juvéderm injections are ideal for any patients who are unhappy with the signs of aging present on their skin and are looking to enhance their overall appearance. Juvéderm is the first hyaluronic acid filler FDA-approved for safe and effective use on persons of color. There are no major risks associated with this treatment.
In order to achieve satisfactory results, it is important for patients to have realistic expectations for their treatment and understand that Juvéderm injections will not completely alter your look. Your doctor will help you decide whether or not this treatment is right for you after a physical examination and discussion of your desired goals. Our plastic surgeons can show you photographs of their patients taken before and after Juvéderm treatments so you can see the results.
Juvéderm Procedure
Juvéderm injections take about 15 minutes to administer in your doctor’s office with no need for anesthesia. Your doctor may choose to apply a topical or injectable anesthetic to numb the treatment area and reduce the risk of any potential discomfort. The injection is then administered under the skin in the targeted area to add volume or fill in wrinkles and folds. After the injection, your doctor may gently massage the treated areas.
Once treatment is completed, patients can return to their regular activities right away, with virtually no downtime. For the first 24 hours after treatment, patients should avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sun or heat exposure and consumption of alcoholic beverages to reduce the risk of complications after treatment. The side effects of Juvederm are minimal. Some patients may experience mild side effects such as redness, swelling or itching, but these usually go away on their own after a short time.
Results of Juvéderm
The results of a Juvéderm injection are visible immediately after the procedure, and will continue to improve over the next few days as any swelling and bruising subside. Results are expected to last six to nine months, but in many cases last up to a year. Most patients achieve their desired results in just one treatment session and may only require yearly touch-up treatments in order to maintain results. As always, the results of this procedure may vary, but most patients are more than satisfied with their enhanced appearance after Juvéderm.
Risks and Complications
While Juvéderm is considered safe for most patients, there are certain risks associated with any kind of treatment. Juvéderm side effects may include temporary redness, pain and swelling at the injection site, as well as bruising, itching, discoloration and infection. Most of these risks are considered rare, and can be further reduced by choosing a doctor experienced with injectable fillers and cosmetic procedures to administer your Juvéderm injection.
