Juvederm FAQ
- What is JUVEDERM?
Juvederm is the only HA filler with FDA approval to last up to one year. Ask your physician how you can get long-lasting results with Juvederm. Juvederm injectable gel is a next-generation smooth consistency gel dermal filler that helps to instantly restore your skin's volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds like your smile lines or (nasolabial folds the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth). Juvederm comes in two formulations Juvederm Ultra and Juvederm Ultra Plus. Juvederm is indicated for injection into the mid to deep dermis for correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds (such as nasolabial folds).
- What does JUVEDERM do?
JUVEDERM injectable gel temporarily adds volume to facial tissue and restores a smoother appearance to the face.
- Where do I use Juvederm?
JUVEDERM Ultra and JUVEDERM Ultra Plus injectable gels are indicated for injection into the mid to deep dermis (below the outer layer of skin) for the correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds (the creases running from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth, aka smile lines.
- Why does JUVEDERM come in two formulations?
JUVEDERM injectable gel is available in two formulations to allow your healthcare professional to tailor treatment to your unique needs. JUVEDERM Ultra provides versatility in contouring and volumizing facial wrinkles and folds. JUVEDERM Ultra Plus is a more robust formulation for volumizing and correcting deeper folds and wrinkles.
- What makes JUVEDERM different from other dermal fillers?
JUVEDERM is the ONLY hyaluronic acid (HA) filler FDA approved to last up to 1 year. Our unique manufacturing process provides a high concentration of cross-linked hyaluronic acid for long-lasting results. It also works to create a smooth consistency gel that flows easily into the skin and provides a smooth, natural look and feel. All other hyaluronic acid dermal fillers currently on the market are made of granular consistency gels. And, JUVEDERM is the first hyaluronic acid dermal filler that has demonstrated its safety and effectiveness in persons of color.
- How is JUVEDERM injectable gel different from BOTOX Cosmetic?
JUVEDERM injectable gel is a next-generation hyaluronic acid dermal filler that provides volume and is used to treat wrinkles and folds resulting from a loss of volume beneath the surface of the skin such as perioral lines and nasolabial folds (lines around your mouth and nose). JUVEDERM restores your skin's volume for a smooth, natural look and feel. BOTOX Cosmetic is not a filler. BOTOX Cosmetic relaxes muscle activity and is used to treat moderate to severe lines caused by the dominant frown muscles between the eyebrows (the glabellar area). This allows the two vertical lines between the brows, often referred to as the 11, to temporarily diminish for a smoother appearance. For important safety information about BOTOX Cosmetic, see below.
- What is hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance found in all mammals that helps to hydrate and add volume to your skin. In addition to its use as an aesthetic treatment, hyaluronic acid has also been used for more than 20 years for injection into arthritic joints to aid movement as well as for eye surgeries and wound repair.
- How is JUVEDERM injectable gel used in treatment?
Your healthcare provider eases JUVEDERM injectable gel into the skin using a fine needle to temporarily fill in and augment the treatment area and smooth moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds such as smile lines or (nasolabial folds) and “marionette lines (oral commissures). JUVEDERM temporarily adds volume to the skin and may give the appearance of a smoother surface.
- What will treatment with JUVEDERM injectable gel accomplish?
JUVEDERM injectable gel will help to smooth moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. Most patients need one treatment to achieve optimal wrinkle smoothing. And one treatment could smooth your lines and wrinkles for up to 1 year. Ask your doctor what you should expect from your initial treatment and when they would recommend rescheduling another appointment.
- Is treatment with JUVEDERM injectable gel painful?
Injections may cause some discomfort during and after the injection. The smooth consistency gel of JUVEDERM allows your doctor to administer it easily and smoothly. And, JUVEDERM is injected directly into the skin using a fine needle to reduce injection discomfort. Your doctor may choose to numb (anesthetize) the treatment area to further minimize discomfort.
- How long does treatment usually take?
The injection process takes only about 15 minutes. You'll also need to allow time to consult with your doctor prior to treatment.
- What kind of doctor can provide treatment with JUVEDERM injectable gel?
Any authorized healthcare professional can administer JUVEDERM injectable gel, but dermatologists, plastic surgeons, ophthalmologists, otolaryngologists (ear, nose, and throat doctors), or physicians specializing in cosmetic procedures are generally more experienced.
- Does the correction last forever?
No. Correction is temporary; therefore, touch-up injections as well as repeat injections are usually needed to maintain optimal corrections.
- How long do results last?
JUVEDERM is the ONLY hyaluronic acid (HA) filler FDA approved to last up to 1 year. Talk to your healthcare professional about JUVEDERM today so you can start seeing results!
- Important JUVEDERM Treatment Considerations
JUVEDERM Ultra and JUVEDERM Ultra Plus are indicated for injection into the mid to deep dermis for correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds (such as nasolabial folds). Side effects were usually mild to moderate lasting 7 days or less and included temporary injection site reactions like redness, pain, firmness, swelling and bumps. For more information, please click on the "About Safety" link, or call the Allergan Product Support line at 1-877-345-5372. BOTOX Cosmetic is approved for the temporary treatment of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people ages 18-65.