:: Juvéderm

Juvederm® is derived from hyaluronan, a natural substance found in human tissue. This treatment fills out and smoothes away lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and enhances the lip size and shape. Results are immediate with minimal recovery time. Because Juvederm is a natural substance, there is no need for a skin test, therefore allowing a same-day treatment. Juvederm® has a high concentration of hyaluronic acid which will provide you with a lasting effect for 6-9 months.

A treatment session may take 10 to 20 minutes. A numbing cream is commonly used for greater patient comfort.

To maintain optimal correction, you may need maintenance treatments every 3 to 6 months, depending on the indication treated and the amount of product used. It is suggested to retreat the area before it returns to its pretreatment state.

Risks and Complications
Redness, swelling and pain at the injection site may occur after treatment. Induration, or a hardening of the skin in the form of nodules, is a rare but a possible side effect. Temporary discolouration may also appear at the injection site but this will disappear as the product is reabsorbed by the enzymes in the body.

Cost
The cost of the injection will depend upon the number of areas treated and the amount of product used. For a given area such as the deep smile lines or for lip augmentation, the cost typically ranges from $500.00 - $900.00 per treatment.