Juvederm is a dermal substance that is injected into the skin to smooth out wrinkles and age lines, especially around the nose and the mouth. Juvederm can also add volume to the skin and improve the look of scars and thin areas in the face.
How does Juvederm eliminate lines and wrinkles?
The substance that’s used in Juvederm is hyaluronic acid, which is a type of sugar that surrounds and lubricates the joints and the skin cells. One interesting quality about hyaluronic acid is that it draws water into the skin, which makes it more supple and juicy.
Am I a candidate for Juvederm treatment in Orange County?
A candidate for Juvederm treatment in Orange County is an otherwise healthy adult over 21 who doesn’t smoke. Most patients are between 35 and 65 years old and are just beginning to notice the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines in their face.
The treatments are administered by a plastic surgeon or a certified dermatologist. The patient consults with the doctor and, later, the doctor maps out the areas of the face where the Juvederm is to be administered. The patient might be given a topical anesthesia before the treatment. Interestingly, it may take as long as a half an hour for the anesthesia to work, while the treatment itself may not take as much time as this. In some newer generations of Juvederm, anesthetic is part of the formula that’s injected by the needle. The anesthetic is often lidocaine.
What to expect following Juvederm treatment in Orange County?
Juvederm is then injected into the areas of the face with fine needles. The patient can go home or even back to work soon after the treatment, though it might be best for the patient to rest for a day or so. In other words, Friday after work is probably the best time to have Juvederm treatments.
There might a bit of swelling and bruising where the Juvederm was injected. The patient can ease the discomfort of this with ice packs. The patient should also avoid going out into the sun for a few days unless he or she puts on sunscreen.
After a few weeks the patient should see a reduction in wrinkles and scars. With Juvederm, the effects can last up to two years, and the patient can return to the dermatologist for touch-up visits.
Feel free to set up a consultation with one of our qualified dermatologists in Orange County if you have more questions about Juvederm or any other treatment.