Juvéderm

Juvéderm FAQs

• What is Juvéderm?

  Juvéderm is the ideal treatment for restoring facial contours and improving signs of aging. It’s an injectable dermal filler with a base in hyaluronic acid that focuses on your face, specifically around cheekbones and lips, to give them more volume than before!

• How long do Juvéderm fillers last?

  Fillers can last various durations depending on the specific type, but usually, they are safe for up to 2 years with more robust fillers like Voluma. While Juvéderm Ultra typically only lasts one year before needing another treatment or procedure done again.

• What is Juvéderm best for?

  The Juvéderm family of injectables has been a long-standing top choice for dermal fillers, allowing many patients to experience more confidence through youthful appearances. With its use on wrinkles and folds and lip enhancement, it’s no wonder this product is so popular!

• What is a good age to get fillers?

  If you’re looking to combat signs of aging, your mid-20s is often a good time. Your body starts losing bone and collagen around age 26, so it’s an excellent opportunity for maintenance injections that require less product than waiting until later in life when more damage has already been done!

• Who should not use Juvéderm?

  These products should not be used in patients with severe allergies marked by a history of anaphylaxis or multiple severe allergies. They should not be used in patients with a history of allergies to Gram-positive bacterial proteins or lidocaine contained in these products.

• What should I tell my doctor before getting Juvéderm?

  The following are important treatment considerations for you to discuss with your doctor and understand to help avoid unsatisfactory results and complications.

  • Minimize strenuous exercise and exposure to extensive sun or heat within the first 24 hours following treatment. Exposure to any of these may cause temporary redness, swelling, and/or itching at the injection site.
  • Tell your doctor if you are using medication that can prolong bleeding, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or other blood thinners. As with any injection, this may increase bruising or bleeding at the injection site.
  • Tell your doctor if you are planning laser treatment, chemical peeling, or any other procedure after treatment with Juvéderm®. There is a possible risk of an inflammatory reaction at the treatment site.
  • Tell your doctor if you are on therapy used to decrease the body’s immune response. Use may result in an increased risk of infection.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety for use during pregnancy in breastfeeding females or patients under 18 years has not been studied.
  • Tell your doctor if you have a history of excessive scarring (thick, hard scars). The safety of Juvéderm® injectable gel in patients with a history of excessive scarring has not been studied and may result in additional scars.
  • Tell your doctor if you have a history of pigmentation disorders. The safety of Juvéderm® in patients with a history of pigmentation disorders has not been studied. Use in these patients may result in changes in pigmentation.
• What should I do before getting Juvéderm?
  • DO NOT consume alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours before treatment (alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising)
  • Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood-thinning medications, if possible, for two weeks before treatment. Medications and supplements such as aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo Biloba, ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Omega 3/Fish Oil supplements, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve, and other NSAIDS have a blood-thinning effect. They can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections.
  • Schedule your Juvéderm appointment at least two weeks before a special event you may be attending, such as a wedding or a vacation. Bruising and swelling may be apparent in that period.
  • Discontinue Retin-A 2 days before and two days after treatment. Reschedule your appointment at least 24 hours in advance if you have a rash, cold, sore, or blemish in the area.
  • Before your procedure, ensure a good breakfast, including food and drink. This will decrease the chances of lightheadedness during your treatment.
  • You are not a candidate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.