Question 1

could i be allergic to juvederm?

Accepted Answer

Rare Allergies: Hyaluronic acid is the component of juvederm.
Hyaluronic acid is a normal human substance so the body rarely attacks something that is "normal".
However, there are small amounts of other proteins and other components in the product that could cause rare allergies.
A small test in your forearm could demonstrate how your body will react to the product.

Question 2

how long before juvederm settles in?

Accepted Answer

Up to a week: Juvederm and similar hyaluronic fillers are hydrophilic and take up water from your skin tissue.  There is a settling period where the moisture absorbed by the product dissipates and the firmness of the area then softens. If you have any areas in question after a week, check back with your physician.  In rare cases the juvederm can be dissolved with hyaluronidase medication.

Question 3

how are refirme and juvederm different?

Accepted Answer

Laser vs filler: Refirms is like a low power laser to firm the facial skin. Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid filler to fill facial defects. Different tools for different problems.

Question 4

can someone be allergic to juvederm injections?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: You are injecting hyaluronic acid with additives into the skin which can cause both an allergic dermatitis as well as an irritant dermatitis.

Question 5

what are the differences between refirme and juvederm?

Accepted Answer

Laser vs filler: Refirme is a laser device using bipolar radiofrequency and light manufactured by syneron. It helps to improve the appearance of skin by stimulating collagen production. It usually requires multiple treatments to get reduction of fine wrinkles over the entire face or neck. Juvederm is a filler that is injected into the individual wrinkles using a needle to help plump up the groove or crease.

Question 6

can you be allergic to juvederm? what are some alternatives?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Juvederm , Restylane (dermal fillers) belotero are all hyaluronic acids  ( HA) We have HA as a protein in our tissues so allergy to these fillers although RARE is possible.
If you are allergic to HA there are other fillers like Radiesse and sculptura that are not composed of HA.

Question 7

what's the difference between the different forms of juvederm? i've seen mention of juvederm ultra and juvederm ultra plus. which one is best?

Accepted Answer

The : The juvderm ultra plus formulation is thicker so lasts longer. This can be beneficial depending on the specific use and what part of the face is being treated. In some cases the less thick version is better.

Question 8

is belotero and juvederm interchangeable?

Accepted Answer

Slight Diferences: Belotero and juvederm are similar products by different companies.  Both are hyaluronic acids, a normal human substance.
Belotero does not come with local anesthetic and is often used more superficially than juvederm.
Juvederm has different amounts of cross-linking which can make it last longer.  More cross-linking is felt to make the products more durable and longer lasting.

Question 9

aquamid and juvederm, which one is better?

Accepted Answer

Juvederm : Only juvederm is fda approved and legal in the us. Aquamid has gone through clinical trials but has not been approved for any use in the us.   Aquamid may provide long-term or permanent correction as opposed to juvederm, which lasts only several months. However, any physician who offers to inject aquamid (as of today, 9/29/13) is violating federal law- beware!

Question 10

lumpy chin after juvederm, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Massage: There are some irregularities that can remain after fillers . But if after a couple of weeks it does not improve, go back to your plastic surgeon for a check.

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