Hyaluronic acid fillers, such as Juvederm and Restylane, are the most commonly recommended lip fillers. These fillers provide consistent and predictable results, have a low risk of side effects, and require no downtime after treatment. Plus, if you don't like the results, they can be easily reversed. The main risks associated with Juvederm are poor cosmetic results due to inexperienced or untrained providers.
Juvederm Ultra and Ultra Plus are the least durable and may need to be retouched after 6 to 9 months, although they usually last around a year. I often use Juvederm as part of facial rejuvenation, as well as facial feminization and masculinization. Here's a guide to Juvederm, how it's used, and what to expect during and after treatment. Most of my patients report minimal pain with Juvederm injections.
It is hard to give an exact cost for Juvederm since different patients need different amounts of product and some Juvederm formulations are more expensive than others. A thicker variation of Juvederm Ultra; used for deeper lines and creases in the lower part of the face; lasts between 6 and 12 months. The price of Juvederm is per syringe, and the total cost of treatment will include your doctor's service fee. Both Restylane and Juvederm are said to produce mild results due to the plumping effects of hyaluronic acid.
This is because Juvederm treatments cause the body to produce more of its own collagen in the treatment area. More serious side effects are usually caused by improper handling, such as accidental injection of Juvederm into a blood vessel. Juvederm comes in several different formulations, depending on where it is applied and how long the patient wants the results to last. Men also come to my Houston office for Juvederm treatments.
If you're in Houston or interested in traveling for expert treatment with Juvederm, contact my office to discuss your options. Many patients receive Juvederm to reduce wrinkles and sagging skin that come with aging, but it can also be used in younger patients to add volume to lips, cheeks, and chin.
