Juvederm injectable gel is a smooth gel filler that the doctor eases under the skin to instantly smooth out those wrinkles or folds that look like parenthesis along the side of your nose and mouth (nasolabial folds), vertical lip lines and the oral commissures. Results aren’t just instant, they’re so smooth and natural, everyone will notice but no one will know. Juvederm lasts approximately 9-12 months.
Juvederm Ultra Plus $650 per vial.
What is it?
Juvederm Ultra injectable gel is a colorless hyaluronic acid gel that is injected into Facial tissue to smooth wrinkles and folds, especially around the nose and mouth. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring sugar found in the human body. The role of hyaluronic acid in the skin is to deliver nutrients, hydrate the skin by holding in water, and to act as a cushioning agent.
What makes JUVEDERM different?
Jevederm injectable gel is produced through Hylacross technology creating a high degree of cross-linking and promoting duration for up to 6 months or longer. Hylacross technology results in a smooth consistency gel, which is a primary factor in the long-lasting, smooth, natural look and feel that is a hallmark of Juvederm wrinkle correction.
What does it do?
Juvenderm Ultra injectable gel temporarily adds volume to facial tissue and restores a smoother appearance to the face.
How is it used?
Juvederm Ultra injectable gel is injected into areas of facial tissue where moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds occur. Juvederm Ultra injectable gel temporarily adds volume to the skin and may give the appearance of a smoother surface.
What will it accomplish?
Juvederm Ultra injectable gel will help to smooth moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. Most patients need one treatment to achieve optimal wrinkle smoothing, and the results last about six months.
What are possible side effects?
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 injection-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.
Are there any reason why I should not receive Juvederm Ultra injectable gel?
Your physician will ask about your medical history to determine if you are an appropriate candidate for treatment. Juvederm Ultra injectable gel should not be used in patients who have:
- Severe allergies marked by a history of anaphylaxis or history or presence of multiple severe allergies.
- Patients with a history of allergies to Gram-positive bacterial proteins
What should I expect following the procedure?
Your physician will tell you what to expect following treatment with Juvederm Ultra injectable gel. Within the first 24 hours, you should avoid strenuous exercise, extensive sun or heat exposure, and alcoholic beverages. Exposure to any of the above may cause temporary redness, swelling, and/or itching at the injection sites. If there is swelling, you may need to place an ice pack over the swollen area. You should ask your physician when makeup may be applied after your 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 correction.