St. Luke’s Juvederm doctors are among the Lehigh Valley’s most skilled and experienced. Our specialists are all licensed healthcare practitioners, having completed extensive training that leads to a rigorous certification process. And due to our large network of over 12 hospital sites, we have access to the latest technology. These resources allow us to perform effective treatments with results you can be proud of. 

What is Juvederm?

Juvederm is a cosmetic treatment that uses hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler to improve facial counters. It can be used on your cheeks, lips, forehead, and mouth areas to treat a variety of cosmetic concerns. Though the results are temporary, they can last for up to 24 months (depending on usage).

The Juvederm line of products includes different substance combinations—designed to address various types of lines, wrinkles, and lost fat volume on your face. However, each product consists of a bonding and varying concentrations of hyaluronic acid. 

If you want to learn more about Juvederm—or schedule a consultation with a Juvederm doctor in the Lehigh Valley—then contact St. Luke’s Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.

Overview

Juvederm candidates include adults who want to rejuvenate facial features and smooth the skin. By using a chemical compound that stimulates collagen production, this dermal filler can immediately add volume to fat pads in your face and enable your body to create collagen on its own. 

While your results are temporary, they are still relatively long-lasting: you’ll only need injections every 12 to 24 months.

To determine if Juvederm is right for you, schedule a consultation with a St. Luke’s Juvederm specialist. 

Getting Juvederm can positively impact your wellbeing and self-confidence. The following list includes some of the most commonly reported benefits:

  • Rejuvenated skin appearance
  • Corrected facial wrinkles
  • Augmented lips
  • Smoother skin consistency

Juvederm provides the above benefits and more by helping your body create collagen on its own. This dermal filler is an easy, quick, affordable alternative to surgery—though the results are temporary.

Having Juvederm can dramatically improve your body image and give you a more youthful appearance.

As with all cosmetic procedures, Juvederm has risks. Some of them include the following:

  • Allergic reactions
  • Bruising
  • Swelling
  • Lumpiness
  • Asymmetry

Your Juvederm specialist will review a complete list of risks before getting your consent.

Before the procedure

Before Juvederm at St. Luke’s Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, your physician will answer questions you have and address your expectations. Additionally, they may review your overall health–including the following:

  • General health
  • Risk factors
  • Medical conditions
  • Drug allergies
  • Current medications
  • Herbal supplements
  • Drug or tobacco use
  • Past treatments with injectable fillers

On the day of your Juvederm, your doctor may take photos for your records.

During the procedure

Your doctor will work with you to determine the best type of treatment to achieve your desired results. Juvederm for your face only takes a few minutes and doesn’t require anesthesia. Each Juvederm treatment reduces wrinkles and fine lines on your face.

Juvederm for lip augmentation

Juvederm as lip filler plumps lips and smooth lines around your mouth. Juvederm Volbella, Vollure, or Ultra lip injections are preferred ways to treat thin lips. Thin lips can occur naturally—but they can also be a sign of aging, sun exposure, or smoking. To treat thin lips temporarily, Juvederm lip injections are a non-surgical alternative to lip augmentation surgery and should last more than six months.

Juvederm for under eyes and in eye troughs

Juvederm for dark circles can improve under eye circles by increasing under eye volume. Juvederm for under eyes and in eye troughs is a preferred way to treat eye volume loss—a cosmetic condition caused by genetics, lack of fat under your eyes, or thin lower eyelid skin. Treating dark circles using Juvederm is a non-surgical alternative to eyelid surgery and should last for a year.

Juvederm for marionette lines

Juvederm for marionette lines can soften age-related lines that stretch from the corners of your mouth to your chin. Because it boosts collagen production, this filler treatment is a preferred way to reduce marionette lines. Treating marionette lines using Juvederm is a non-surgical facelift alternative and may last for up to a year.

Juvederm for cheeks

Juvederm as cheek filler contours and adds volume to your cheek area. Because it boosts collagen production, Juvederm Voluma filler treatment is a preferred way to reduce signs of aging in your face. Juvederm for cheeks is a non-surgical facelift alternative and may last for up to 18 months.

Juvederm for smile and laugh lines (nasolabial folds)

Juvederm for smile and laugh lines (nasolabial folds) can soften age-related lines that extend from both sides of your nose to the corners of your mouth. Because it boosts collagen production, Juvederm Vollure filler treatment is a preferred way to reduce smile and laugh lines. Treating nasolabial folds using Juvederm is a non-surgical facelift alternative and may last for up to 18 months.

Juvederm for acne scars

Juvederm for acne scars can improve skin contours and reduce depressions caused by scarring. Because it boosts collagen production, Juvederm Voluma filler treatment is a preferred way to smooth acne scars. Treating acne scars using Juvederm is a non-surgical approach and may last for nine to 12 months.

Juvederm for jowls

Juvederm for jowls can improve facial contours, correct hollowing, reverse drooping, and restore chin fullness. Because it boosts collagen production, Juvederm Voluma or Volux filler treatment is a preferred way to reduce jowls. Treating jowls using Juvederm is a non-surgical facelift approach and may last for up to 18 months.

Juvederm for forehead wrinkles

Juvederm for forehead wrinkles can reduce fine lines, soften deep wrinkles, and replace lost volume—all signs of aging. Because it boosts collagen production, Juvederm Vollure filler treatment is a preferred way to improve forehead wrinkles. Treating forehead wrinkles using Juvederm is a non-surgical facelift approach and may last for 18 to 24 months.

Juvederm for lip lines (“smoker’s lines”)

Juvederm for lip lines can reduce fine “smokers” lines, fill furrows, and replace lost volume—all signs of aging. Using Juvederm Volbella or Vollure around your mouth can effectively smooth the appearance of these lines and folds. Because it boosts collagen production, this filler treatment is a preferred way to improve noticeable lip lines. Treating lines around your mouth using Juvederm lip filler is a non-surgical facelift approach and may last for up to 18 months.

Juvederm for jaw slimming

Juvederm filler can slim your jaw by replacing lost fat pads just below the surface of the skin—a sign of aging—allowing you to restore contours. Because it boosts collagen production, Juvederm Voluma filler treatment is a preferred way to improve forehead wrinkles. Using Juvederm for jaw slimming is a non-surgical facelift approach and may last for 12 to 18 months.

After the procedure

Patients often notice results immediately, though it can take up to two weeks for the filler to settle. Side effects include pain, firmness, tenderness—though these are common with other cosmetic treatments as well. However, any noticeable side effects should subside within 24 to 48 hours after your injections.

Because Juvederm is a temporary solution for cosmetic concerns, you’ll need ongoing treatments to maintain your results. But results typically last from one to two years.

Juvederm injections are minimally invasive, so there is no downtime. If you experience bruising and other side effects, they should subside within two weeks. To maximize results, you should avoid the following for one day:

  • Alcohol
  • Touching the injunction point
  • Vigorous exercise
  • Sun exposure
  • Smoking
  • NSAID pain relievers
  • Makeup
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