Is Juvederm Safe?

I want to get Juvederm injections for the laugh lines around my mouth. Is Juvederm safe? What should I know about the safety of Juvederm?

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14 Doctor Answers | Asked by PrissyMissy in Holland, Texas

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Juvederm is a safe product

Juvederm is an FDA-approved hyaluronic acid that has a proven track record of safety. I've been using Juvederm successfully in my private practice for a few years, and my patients are very satisfied with their results. I suggest you set a consultation appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your options and concerns. Your physician should be well versed in the benefits AND potential complications associated with Juvederm. Best of luck!

Juvederm is safe

Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid filler. Hyaluronic acid is a natural component of second layer of your skin, the dermis. It can actually hold 1000x it's own weight in water and is excellent at volumizing the skin. Hyaluronic acid fillers such as Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm Ultra, and Juvederm Ultra Plus have been used widely and safely for many years. While skin and allergy reactions rarely occure, the most common complications are pain, brusing, asymmetry, and possible lumpiness or bluish... more

Juvederm safety

The safety profile of Juvederm is very high, especially for areas like the nasolabial folds (smile lines). It is used very widely. It is on of a class of hyaluronic acid fillers, which are in my opinion the safest of the temporary fillers. Juvederm occasionally causes swelling or bruising in some patients. Your doctor can give you a complete list of potential complications from this filler. This can usually be avoided by certain techniques. Usually we advise first-time Juvederm... more

Juvederm a very safe product

Juvederm, like Restylane, is a dermal filler made of a natural compound called hyaluronic acid (HA). It is a versatile and safe filler, and because the percentage of allergic reactions is so low it does not require a skin test. In the rare event that the results are not what is desired, there is an enzyme that can be injected to dissolve it.

Is Juvederm Safe?

Yes, Juvederm like the other fillers marketed here in the US have been proven safe and effective. Juvederm or Perlane are the fillers of choice for us to fill in the nasolabial folds. You can always go online and read all the safety information at the Juvederm web site.

Juvederm is Safe: Here's What to Watch For

Yes, it's safe, as mentioned in many of these answers. Juvederm is a gel made from a non-animal, cross-linked hyaluronic acid (HA), which is found naturally in your body, so in general, it's very safe for most people. Who should NOT get Juvederm: 1) Patients who have severe allergies. This means you have a history of anaphylaxis or multiple SEVERE allergies. Hay fever or mild allergies do not pose a problem. 2) Patients with a history of... more

Juvederm and safety

Juverderm is a filler that is made of a substance that is naturally occuring in our own body. Like any other filler you want to be treated by an injector who is experienced in the use of the product and other fillers as well. Juvederm is a very soft and easy to use filler with a good safety record.

Juvederm is safe in the right hands and environment

When prescribed by a properly qualified and trained doctor and injected in an appropriate medical setting, Juvederm dermal fillers have proven to be extremely safe.

Few in general, depends on the user

Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid filler that proven to be safe over the last few years. Like any other procedure it requires an informed consent explaining all the side effects that you might have from the injection. From a manufacturer stand point, they talk about some mild and temporary effects including redness,swelling and firmness at the injection site. I strongly believe that Juvederm potential side effects could be related to the user. Injection of a large amount in the wrong area... more

Juvederm injections are safe

Juvederm injection is one of the safest procedures in cosmetic facial surgery, especially for the FDA-approved indication of lines around the mouth. That being said, the most important issue for you as a patient, is the training, experience, and the credentials of the doctor injecting it. Do your homework prior to injections. Your doctor will also educate you about the safety profile, risks and benefits of the procedure.