Downtime for Juvederm on nasolabial folds

Bryan K. Chen, MD answers: Downtime for Juvederm on Nasolabial folds?

I am set up to do Juvederm in two days in my Nasolabial folds. I'm only 29 but they're really deep and I can't stand it anymore.

After reading up on it, though, I getting kind of nervous. I haven't scheduled any time off of work and have several school functions to attend on Thursday-Saturday following the injections.

Am I being too optimistic that I won't have side effects? Should I plan on downtime?


Bryan K. Chen, MD
2 months ago
By Bryan K. Chen, MD - San Diego Dermatologist

The "down time" as a result of such injections varies from person to person.  The recovery ranges from no bruising and minimal swelling (essentially no down time) to significant bruising and swelling for 2-5 days.  If you have never had filler before, I would advise having your filler placed on a Friday to have the weekend (at least) to recover and not schedule the procedure within 1 week prior to any social engagement.  It is better to be safe than sorry.

Good luck.

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Amir M. Karam, MD
2 months ago
By Amir M. Karam, MD - San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon

It is unlikely that you will need to schedule downtime for this procedure. However, anytime you get an injection, there is always a possibility of getting a bruise. Other side effects are very uncommon especially in the nasolabial fold region. 

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