Recapture that youthful glow with naturally based Juvederm in Metairie.
What is Juvederm?
What is Juvederm?Juvederm is a dermal filler or injectable similar to Botox. Juvederm differs from Botox in that it is made from a substance called Hyaluronic acid, which is a naturally occurring sugar within the body. Juvederm works by holding in water at the injection site and acting as a cushioning agent. It adds a smoother appearance to skin. Most patients need one treatment to achieve optimal results.
The consistency of Juvederm is that of a smooth gel, contain lidocaine to reduce pain during the procedure. When people received Juvederm treatment they report a noteable, yet natural-looking reduction of the wrinkles on their face.
People will notice, but nobody will know.
How long does Juvederm last?
Juvederm smoothes wrinkles creating a more youthful appearance for a period of around 9 months and then dissolves naturally back into the body. Results have been reported can last up to a full year.
How does JUVÉDERM work?
Healthy skin contains an abundance of a naturally hydrating substance called hyaluronic acid (HA). But as you age, sunlight and other factors can reduce the amount of this chemical in your skin. Without this it causes your skin to reduce its elasticity, creating unwanted facial wrinkles and folds – like those around your nose and mouth. All Juvederm does is use a chemical synthesis of this product to replenish your the hyaluronic acid in your skin, rather than freeze it like Botox.
What areas are treated with JUVÉDERM?
Juvederm is injected into the mid to deep dermis (below the outer layer of the skin) for the correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. Some examples include:
- Volumize folds that run from the bottom of the nose to the corners of the mouth
- Reduce the “Marionette” creases in the corner of the mouth
- Plump up thin or aging lips
Is the Juvederm procedure painful?
Juvederm treatment is a relatively painless procedure. Any discomfort that patients may experience is usually minor and short-lived.
What is the recovery like after the Juvederm procedure?
The recovery period after a Juvederm procedure is minimal. There may occasionally be side effects like redness, swelling and discomfort at the injection site which tend to disappear within a few days. Sometimes a bruise may present which may take several days to