Juvederm™
Innovative Aesthetics offers Juvederm in Denver, CO. Juvederm is a cosmetic dermal filler and is indicated for injection into the mid to deep dermis. It corrects moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds.
Juvederm™ is the only hyaluronic acid filler with FDA approval to last up to one year. Juvederm™ provides a high concentration of cross-linked hyaluronic acid for long-lasting results. The product has a smooth consistency gel that flows easily into the skin and provides a smooth, natural look and feel. It is the first hyaluronic acid dermal filler that has demonstrated safety and also effectiveness in persons of color.
- smooth out face wrinkles
- plump lips
- treat acne scars
- reduce lines on the forehead and brow
- plump eyebrows
- fill in under-eye hollows
- enhance cheek volume and jawline
- soften scars
- reduce wrinkles on hands
Juvederm™ is Sold by the Syringe
Dermal fillers, such as Juvederm™, can be combined with Botox® Cosmetic to produce excellent results and high levels of patient satisfaction.
Safety of Juvederm™
Juvederm™ is an FDA-approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler and does not require skin testing prior to injection. This dermal filler should not be used in patients who have severe allergies marked by a history of anaphylaxis. It should also not be used in the presence of multiple severe allergies, or in patients who have a history of gram-positive bacterial proteins.
The safety and effectiveness of Juvederm™ injectable gel for treating areas other than facial wrinkles and folds, such as lips, have not been established in controlled clinical studies. The safety of Juvederm™ for use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or in patients under 18 years, has not been established.
How Results Are Achieved with Juvederm™
The injectable gel temporarily adds volume to facial tissue and restores a smoother appearance to the face.
Juvederm™ comes in two formulations so that treatment can be tailored to your unique needs. Juvederm™ Ultra provides versatility in contouring and volumizing facial wrinkles and folds.
Juvederm™ Ultra Plus is more robust and is used for volumizing and correcting deeper folds and wrinkles.
The treatment session usually takes 30–60 minutes. It is performed with a topical and/or local anesthetic to minimize pain.
Correction with Juvederm™ is temporary. Touchup injections, as well as repeat injections, are usually needed to maintain optimal correction. Correction usually lasts 4 – 12 months, depending on the areas injected. Individual results do vary.
Prior to a Juvederm™ Treatment Session
Avoid aspirin or aspirin-containing products, unless medically contraindicated, Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Vitamin E, Green Tea, Garlic, Ginko, Ginseng, and St. John’s Wort for a period of 10 days prior to the Juvederm™ treatment session. If you have any active skin infections or inflammation, Juvederm™ cannot be injected.
If you have had cold sore outbreaks, needle punctures could contribute to another one. You should take medication to treat a potential outbreak prior to the Juvederm™ procedure.
After a Juvederm™ Treatment
Sunbathing and cold outdoor activities should be avoided until any redness or swelling disappears, which usually disappears in 1-2 days. Continue to avoid all aspirin and aspirin-like products, unless medically contraindicated, for 7 days after treatment with Juvederm™ to minimize bruising.
Avoid exercise as well as alcohol for 24 hours after treatment with Juvederm™.
Possible Side Effects of Juvederm™
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.
