Juvederm Doctors in San Diego and La Jolla

Juvéderm™ is an FDA approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler that lasts for up to one year. It acts as a smoother for skin volume by filling in facial wrinkles such as smile lines or the nasolabial folds that lose volume with age. It is applied as an injectable gel and comes in two different formulations, Juvederm Ultra™ and Juvederm™ Ultra Plus. Additionally, it is the only hyaluronic acid filler that has been proven to provide excellent results in people of color.

Both versions of Juvederm, Juvéderm™ Ultra and Juvéderm™ Ultra Plus, are used for injection into the mid-to-deep level skin that lies just below the outer layer of dermis. Juvederm comes in two different formulations so that your healthcare professional can tailor a treatment to your specific needs. Juvederm Ultra is perfect for use as a volumizer in facial wrinkles and folds, while Juvederm Ultra Plus has a more robust formula that helps to contour and correct deeper wrinkles and folds.

Juvederm is the only FDA approved hyaluronic acid filler that has been shown to provide lasting results for up to a year. Other dermal fillers on the market are made up of granular hyaluronic acid and have granular consistencies. Juvederm, on the other hand, is made with a high concentration of cross-linked hyaluronic acid that provides long lasting results. This process helps the product flow easily and evenly into the skin giving a smooth natural look and feel.

A qualified healthcare professional is essential in making sure that you get the best results. The injection process is easy, and involves a small needle that fills the skin in the desired areas (smile lines, nasolabial folds or marionette lines). Patients report minimal discomfort during the injection process. Some doctors numb the affected area with a local anesthesia to further minimize any discomfort. The process can usually be accomplished in a 15 to 30 minute office visit. Additional treatments will be discussed with your healthcare professional after initial treatments are evaluated.

As with most injectable fillers, the side effects with juvederm are minimal. The most common side effects are temporary site reactions such as tenderness, redness, slight swelling and bruising, itching and discoloration. Most reactions are considered mild or moderate with durations of 7 days or less.

Although the side effects of sculptra are minimal, patients may experience small bumps under the skin at the treated areas. These bumps are generally not visible and can only be seen when pressing on the skin. Patients may also experience slight bleeding at the injection sites and minor discomfort and bruising or swelling with redness. Each of these side effects will subside as time passes.

While prices can vary in any given market, the average cost for juvederm treatments in La Jolla and San Diego is $400 to $700 per treatment.