Today’s society is laser-focused on youth in all of its forms, and while at one time you could have ignored a few fine lines, wrinkles, or loss of volume, the advent of social media and ever-present high definition cameras have changed that.
Fortunately, the aesthetics world is also focused on how you look – no matter if you’re searching for the best anti-aging skincare regimen or effective cosmetic treatments, there is something out there for everyone. If you’ve started to notice that your best efforts to avoid the signs of premature aging aren’t doing the trick, injectable fillers may be the solution. Injectable fillers are a nonsurgical and virtually painless treatment used to diminish visible wrinkles and add volume to your face, leaving you looking younger, smoother and refreshed.
At The Clinic for Dermatology & Wellness, we offer the entire line of Juvéderm® fillers, providing you with a wide range of choices to address everything from restoring lost volume to plumping your lips to softening lines and wrinkles. Our highly trained and experienced injectors will work with you to determine the right filler for your needs, ensuring that you leave our office looking beautiful and natural – without anyone knowing that you’ve had a cosmetic procedure.
What is in a Juvederm Filler?
Juvéderm was approved by the FDA in 2006 to treat facial folds and wrinkles, and since then, several other types of Juvederm fillers have been added, each with a specific formulation and purpose. Every filler in the Juvéderm family contains hyaluronic acid, which is used in several injectable fillers because of its versatility. Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is a very small molecule that is found naturally in almost every cell in your body, and it has the amazing ability to retain 1,000 times its own weight in water. This little molecule is an essential part of nearly all of the systems in your body, because it binds with water and forms a viscous gel that serves to lubricate and moisturize everything from your skin to your joints to your eyes. In fact, about 50 percent of the hyaluronic acid molecules in your body are found in your skin, as they work to keep tissues balanced and adequately hydrated. When used in injectable fillers, HA gel softens and smooths creases and lines, fills in deep wrinkles and folds, and adds volume to places where it has diminished – and it does all of this using its natural capacity for keeping your skin looking healthy and supple.
What To Expect From Your Juvederm Filler Treatment and Results
All of our Juvederm treatments are performed in the comfort of our office, and usually take less than 30 minutes. The procedure is virtually pain-free, especially if you are receiving one of the formulations that contain lidocaine. However, we do apply a topical anesthetic cream prior to performing the injections to minimize any potential discomfort. Juvederm injections are minimally invasive and require zero downtime for recovery – you can return to your daily activities immediately after your filler session without anyone knowing that you had anything “done.”
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