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Juvederm 2 Weeks Before a Christmas Party?

I have a big holiday party coming up, and I want to look fabulous. I am considering getting some and possibly some filler injections (juvaderm) to spruce up for the party, but I don't want it to look obvious. I have two weeks. Do you think I can I pull it off?

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Juvederm 2 Weeks before a Special Event

Getting Juvederm 2 weeks before an event should be plenty of time to look your best. I would suggest to stop taking aspirin, fish oil or any other supplements that could cause bleeding and bruising. I would also suggest that you start taking arnica a few days before the injectable and continue taking it 3 to 5 days after. Also applying ice right after the injections can also help minimize bruising and swelling.

David Alessi, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Two weeks is cutting it close.

This is a great question. The short answer is that two weeks is cutting it close for Botox and fillers before an important social event. As others have noted, Botox takes time for the results to show and there is always the possibility of bruising and swelling after injectable fillers. You can minimize the chances of bruising by taking arnica before your filler treatment, but it's not a guarantee. Because so many patients ask us questions like these, we dedicated a column to just this... more

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David B. Reath, MD

Knoxville Plastic Surgeon

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Two weeks is probably the minimal amount of time needed...

Two weeks is probably the minimal amount of time needed to see the results of fillers and Botox. Generally, Botox will take 2-3 days to produce noticeable effects, which will improve over 1-2 weeks. As mentioned by others, I do not see patients for at least 10 days before considering additional treatment. While bruising is always a possibility, the risk is fairly minimal with Botox and an experienced practitioner should not produce much if any bruising. The big thing with Botox is that you... more

D.J. Verret, MD

Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

Juvederm / Botox for the Holidays

Two weeks should be fine for Fillers (Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm etc) and for Botox IF you had NOT been taking any foods or medications which thin your blood ( such as Aspirin, BC, Goody's, Advil, Alleve, Nuprin, Garlic, Ginger, Licorice, Vit. E, Ginko etc.) and do not have active skin rashes / infections. You may wish to have your doctor prescribe you some Celebrex (if you are NOT allergic to Sulfa) to reduce any inflammatory swelling. Happy Holidays! Dr. P. Aldea

Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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Getting Botox or Juvederm at least 2 weeks before your big Christmas party is smart

The bruising from fillers or Botox can last a week but is coverable by makeup. The swelling from fillers can take 2-5 days to settle down and may need a touch up in a few days anyway. Giving yourself 2 weeks ahead of time is very smart. Good luck!

David Hansen, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

It really depends upon which injectable you're talking...

It really depends upon which injectable you're talking about. BOTOX Cosmetic can easily be injected by an experience injector with very little risk for bruising and other side effects. As such, it is very common for me to inject my patients right before a major event. Fillers are a different story. These tend to be associated with varying degrees of swelling and bruising and so should be injected at least 2-3 weeks before an event. In addition, once in a while it is necessary to touchup... more

Gregory A. Buford, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon

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Juvederm 2 weeks before a party is ok if your physician is skilled.

Aside from injections into the tear troughs under the eyes, 2 weeks should be enough time for a reasonable amount of Juvederm, carefully injected, to settle in without a problem. Areas at higher risk for bruising are in the upper cheeks and in the lips themselves, but a careful injector (board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon) and good preparation (avoiding blood thinners and blood-thinning herbs for two weeks prior, icing the area before and after) should help minimize the... more

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Jessica J. Krant, MD, MPH

Manhattan Dermatologic Surgeon

2 weeks usually fine but...

Bruising varies by individual. Some people bruise very easily. Others don't usually wear make-up so using this as camouflage would not be a desirable option. Avoid blood thinners such as aspirin, etc of course. However, if none of the above apply to you, you should be fine.

Daniel J. Ladd Jr., DO

Austin Dermatologist

Juvederm treatment 2 weeks before party

This is a good idea if the volume of Juvederm is adequate. There is a risk of bruising in certain areas (around the eyes) which sometimes lasts up to 3 weeks. If your cosmetic dermatologist uses blunt cannula for injection, the risk of bruising is reduced.

Robert Kasten, MD

Mainz Dermatologic Surgeon

Juvederm -- great for a quick fix

Juvederm is my favorite "quick fix" filler. When injected by an experienced physician, it gives a natural look and feel with minimal risk. Remember, more important than the filler, is the skill and expertise of the injector---- too little, too much, or improperly placed filler can result in an unhappy result. Juvederm is a great choice for quick improvement of lips, creases, folds and depressions-- don't be scared-- Enjoy!

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Jeffrey C. Poole, MD

Metairie Dermatologic Surgeon

Filler time frame

Two weeks should be plenty of time for swelling and bruising that may occur with any filler to resolve. Most cases swelling lasts only 3-7 days when it does occur. However, be cautioned that there are always exceptional cases where this may not be the case.

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Steven Hacker, MD

West Palm Beach Dermatologic Surgeon

Timing is everything

Allowing 2 weeks before a special event to undergo cosmetic dermal fillers is a good time frame. Even with the best techniques, there is always a possibility for bruising and swelling. Your practitioner should have a list of suggestions that you may follow to help minimize the risk of a negative reaction. In our practice, we use our pulsed dye laser to resolve post-injectable bruising within as litte as 12 hours after a 5 minute laser treatment. A little bit of planning will always pay... more

Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Timing of injectable fillers

Stay away from aspirin and Motrin for at least a week before any filler treatments and with the 2 weeks you have beofre the big event should be fine to look great.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon

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Most Juvederm patients have no down time.

Hi. In Manhattan, most of our Juvederm patients look fine right away. So allowing 2 weeks is more than enough. Good technique is critical, both for minimal down time and for a great result.

George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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There are 3 important reasons why you should not...

There are 3 important reasons why you should not schedule any injectable treatment within a few days of a major social occasion: Redness, bruising or a swelling can occur at the injection site, even if you have been previously injected in the same area, by the same physician, with the same injectable as in the past. Each time you are treated, your initial outcomes may vary. Injectables may require repeat treatments, to achieve or to refine your results. You may need time to adjust to the... more