All About Juvederm® Products

Juvederm® is a brand of cosmetic HA Injectable Fillers  used to reduce the telltale signs of aging and improve facial contours for a more youthful appearance. It is an excellent alternative to plastic surgery procedures (like the facelift) for patients with mild to moderate symptoms.

Juvederm® In Tallahassee, Florida

At Tallahassee Plastic Surgery Clinic, we offer a wide variety of minimally invasive, little-to-no-downtime treatment options, including the Juvederm® XC and Juvederm® Voluma® XC injectable therapies. During your initial consultation with our highly trained aesthetic specialists , we will evaluate your symptoms and review your allergies and medical history to see which procedures you qualify for.

What’s The Difference Between Juvederm® XC and Juvederm® Voluma® XC?

Juvederm® XC is best used to treat wrinkles and folds around the nose and mouth, such as the nasolabial folds (smile lines). As the name suggests, Juvederm® Voluma® XC is even more of a volumizer, often utilized to “lift” and add fullness to the cheeks.

What’s In The Juvederm® Formula?

Juvederm®’s primary ingredient is hyaluronic acid (HA). HA is already found in the joints and other areas of the body and can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water.

Therefore, the injection of Juvederm® products below the skin causes it to absorb the nearby H20 molecules for dramatic facial volumization. Also, this added hydration allows for smoother skin through enhanced wrinkle correction.

Do Juvederm® Injections Hurt?

Many HA fillers, Juvederm® included, also feature lidocaine to significantly reduce the chance of discomfort during the procedure. Some soreness may occur for a few days after your sessions, but these are typically very mild.

Is Juvederm® The Same As Botox®?

Both Juvederm® and Botox® can be used to treat facial wrinkles, but the similarities mostly end there. Botox® is meant more for vertical neck bands as well as the dynamic wrinkles that form in the upper part of the face, like:

• Horizontal forehead lines
• Frown lines
• Crow’s feet

These wrinkles are created and then exaggerated by the repeated overuse of the muscles below them. Using the neuromodulating properties of Botox®, we can temporarily stop these muscles from contracting, alleviating the wrinkles above them.

When Will I See My Results?

The effects of HA fillers like Juvederm® are usually seen almost immediately, with full results visible after any residual swelling subsides. Juvederm® XC typically lasts six to nine months, while Juvederm® Voluma® XC results are frequently apparent for up to two years between sessions. HA fillers gradually dissolve, allowing patients to alter their treatments in the future.

More Information At Tallahassee Plastic Surgery Clinic

Juvederm® XC and Juvederm® Voluma® XC have several aesthetic applications that fit a wide range of symptoms and are fully customizable to each patient’s unique cosmetic goals. To learn even more about Juvederm® treatments and to see if you qualify, contact Tallahassee Plastic Surgery Clinic  today to set up an initial consultation!