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JUVÉDERM® Injectable Gel

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You started hearing the buzz about facial rejuvenation with dermafillers some time ago. You know they're injectable, you know they're safe and effective, but the rest is understandably confusing. How many are there? Do they all work exactly the same way? What about the new one you just read about – JUVÉDERM? San Francisco facial plastic surgeon Dr. David Mabrie can help answer these questions and develop a personalized treatment plan just for you.

For the answers to these questions and more, request a consultation online or call us at 415-445-9513 today.

JUVÉDERM provides excellent results when placed in the lips. Its smooth consistency provides soft, natural results. Here is an example of a woman that used Dermafiller to plump her lips and even the asymmetry in her right and left side.

What Is JUVÉDERM?

JUVÉDERM is a gel-like dermafiller used to diminish wrinkles by filling in underneath the skin, forming a strong support structure for facial skin just like you had when you were younger. Similar in composition to Restylane®, the product is based on hyaluronic acid, a natural substance that adds both volume and moisture for your skin from within.

Developed by the same company that created BOTOX® Cosmetic, JUVÉDERM offers a smooth consistency and a natural look and feel when injected. And not only is it FDA-approved, it's approved for all skin types and colors.

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Before & After Dermafillers Dermafillers provide excellent results in treating the loss of volume and concavity of the eyes and cheeks. This woman used Dermafiller to fill in the depression in the tear trough area beneath her eyes and to restore volume to her cheeks.

JUVÉDERM is often used to minimize naso-labial folds, or the wrinkles commonly referred to as "parentheses" around the mouth. It can also be used to sculpt facial features like cheeks and chins. And JUVÉDERM is effective in filling lip wrinkles, augmenting lips and reducing the appearance of scars.

Are There Any Side Effects?

Dermafillers have minimal side effects. However, some common injection-related reactions may occur, such as bruising which is seen in about 20% of patients. Additionally, there may be swelling after the needle is injected, which resolves within a day or two. For additional information, read what to expect during and after your treatment.

For a gentler injection procedure, Dr. Mabrie offers the innovative microcannula injection method. These blunt-ended microcannulas cut fewer arteries and veins than needles, resulting in significantly less after-treatment bruising and swelling. The microcannula technique is available upon request.

What Are the Differences Between Restylane, Radiesse® and JUVÉDERM?

Restylane, Radiesse and JUVÉDERM are all known as "dermafillers." In principle they work in the same way: they're injected beneath wrinkles and hollows caused by environmental damage and collagen breakdown associated with the natural aging process. They rejuvenate your look by supporting facial skin to lie flat and smooth again. All three are eventually absorbed into the body harmlessly.

There are subtle differences between the products. Differences in active ingredients, manufacturing process and more mean that each one has its advantages in different applications. Dr. Mabrie will determine which products will address your individual needs.

What Are the Differences Between Dermafillers and BOTOX Cosmetic?

Our skin loses volume as we age. Dermafillers are designed to replace the foundation under your skin and support sunken areas to smooth out and look young again.

BOTOX Cosmetic works on wrinkles called "dynamic wrinkles." These lines and folds – most often on the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes – are caused by repeated facial action. BOTOX Cosmetic injections relax the muscles causing these wrinkles, erasing the look of frown lines, worry lines and crow's feet.