Expansion yes, but...

Christopher L. Hess, MD answers: Juvederm - Does it expand after injection?

Is it true that Juvederm expands after it is injected?

I had injections 1 week apart in lips and nasolabial folds. One syringe each visit. Not pleased with results. Doc wants me to wait as product expands... 


Christopher L. Hess, MD
10 months ago

True that Juvederm will attract water after it is injected.  However, the final result of the filler is evident within just a few days.  Waiting longer does not increase the overall amount of filler.  I've found that one syringe of filler is usually enough for the lips. 

However, the nasolabial folds can often take one syringe on each side.  In some cases I've found that layering the folds with Radiesse injected deep and a hyaluronic filler, e.g. Juvederm, superficially really gives an excellent result. 

Wait another week but if you're still unhappy have another discussion with your doctor.

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