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Restylane Vs Juvederm
What should I ask my doctor before getting a Restylane or Juvederm injection? I don't want to look lumpy or unnatural. It's for naso-labial folds and my eye area.
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NancyM
in Rutherford, NJ
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Top 6 Are Questions to ask about Facial Fillers: Juvederm and Restylane
Facial fillers are one of the most common non-invasive treatments around the world. In the United States, Juvederm and Restylane have become the two most popular hyaluronic acid type fillers. Important questions to ask your physician:
How much experience have you had with facial fillers in the lips, tear trough area, or nasolabial folds?
Have you experienced any complications with fillers in the lips, tear trough area, or nasolabial folds?
How would you treat the complications (nodules,...
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Experience with either Restylane or Juvederm is essential
Juvederm and Restylane are very similar products, both of which are hyaluronic acid-based fillers. Both are manufactured in Europe. The manufacturing process is slightly different between the two products. I find that Juvederm goes in a little smoother and has a silkier texture as compared to Restylane.
The critical factor when injecting these products is having someone, preferably a board certified Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist do the procedure. I find that that injecting the lower...
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The choice you make will depend on how you look for the next 6 months
Does your doctor perform the injections himself? Is he even interested in performing the injections? Many otherwise fine surgeons view fillers as a nuisance, or delegate this task for business reasons.
Others are cavalier and will inject anything new, whether it is legal in this country or not, whether or not it has been proven safe (and no, that doesn't just mean FDA approval, as the many reports of granuloma formation for FDA approved substances shows).
Where and how fillers are...
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Restylane vs Juvederm
At my Medical Spa, I use both products for the naso-labial folds and tear trough areas. Probably more important than which hyaluronic acid filler you use is the experience of the injector - does your doctor understand the anatomy of the area. This is especially true of the tear trough area.
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Juvederm for the Lips or Tear Troughs, Everywhere Else it Doesn't Really Matter
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Restylane and juvederm
Every doctor and every patient are different. Both juvederm and restylane are hyaluronic acid fillers. My personal preference is to use juvederm. It lasts longer, and is easier to inject. The cost is about the same.
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Fine lines around the mouth- Juvederm or Restylane (juvederm is smoother and lasts longer)
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Both products are equivalent
Juvederm is slightly more of a smooth product but clinically patients usually obtain equivalent clinical results with smooth surfaces after both Restylane and Juvederm. The level of placement should not be too superficial with either product so the result should be smooth. Injections around the under eye areas are injected usually below the muscle which is under the skin. Lumpiness should not occur. Bruising which is temporary is the same for both fillers. It comes down to which filler the...
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Choose a physician for cosmetic injections based on experience
During your consultation you should ask your physician if they have experienced these types of complications and what they will do to correct the matter if such complications arise. You may also want to ask your physician if they use a topical numbing cream or nerve block.
Addressing your questions and concerns prior to your treatment will make things go much smoother and make you feel at ease. Choosing a physician that is experienced in this area is also very important.
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What to Ask Before Having Fillers
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There is a saying, "It's filler, not the filler" that determines your results. In other words, choose your injecting physician carefully. Ask if they are board certified in one of the cosmetic specialties (plastic surgery, facial plastic surgery, ENT, dermatology, oculoplastics), and ask how they received their training. Ask them what kind of side effects or complications that they have seen.
Restylane and Juviderm are both very good fillers. They can both be...
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Both Juvederm and Restylane will do well for Naso labial folds
Both Restylane and Juvederm typically give good results in experienced hands for the naso labial fold area. Both products are soft and smooth, and after a few days, are minimally palpable.
My preference in the naso labial fold area is Juvederm Ultra Plus. In my opinion, when compared to Restylane, Juvederm is slightly softer, has less bruising and swelling, and in many patients last a couple of months longer.
In the under eye area or tear trough, make sure you discuss with your provider...
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Different Fillers for Different Parts of the Face
Thank you for the great question! Restylane and Juvederm are similar, but not the same, products. Each is a complex of hyaluronic acid, a naturally-occurring molecule that is found in our cartilage and connective tissues. However, the two products have different "thickness" and viscosity (resistance to flow). These attributes make them suitable for different areas. Under the eyes, I use exclusively Restylane. For nasolabial folds ("parentheses"), I prefer Juvederm. For the lips,...
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Restylane versus Juvederm
Restylane and Juvederm will typically both give good results in experienced hands for the nasolabial fold area. Both products are soft and smooth, and after a few days, are minimally palpable. Both lave extremely long and safe track records in the United States.
In the under eye area or tear trough Restylane may be the better choice due to less water retention, so therefore, less edema.
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Nasolabial injections of Restylane or Juvederm is both an art and a science
It is most important to seek out an experienced board certified M.D. to do your injections. Depending on the patient, great results can be performed with either. I love Restylane for most patients because it has remarkably natural results. Juvederm is thicker and I reserve that for deeper nasolabial folds and then have the best results. Remember to find a dermatologist who has been injecting for a long time to have the best results.
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Questions to ask
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1) What is the length in years that you have been doing dermal filler treatments?
2) What is the number of treatments performed on average in a week
3) What training as an injector have you had?
4) What degree do you have? What is your specialty?
5) What complications have you had with dermal filler?
6) How do handle complications or unhappy patients?
7) Do you charge for touchups?
8) What is the...
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Questions to ask doctor on Restylane and Juvederm
First you should seek a physician who is board certified in a specialty that is trained to do this procedure: otolaryngology, plastic surgery, opthalmology and dermatology. Next you should ask if they are experienced and comfortable performing injections in the eye area. What kinds of complications have they had and how were they treated, what was the outcome? Finally I recommend Restylane over Juvederm in the areas you want done. Juvederm is more hydrophillic, making it puffier and...
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Restylane and Juvederm are Similar
I think that the posts by Dr Moelleken and many others hit the nail on the head. Both Juvederm and Restylane are Hyaluronic Acid (HA) gels and I have not noticed a great deal of clinical difference between them in terms of aesthetic results. If properly injected by a core trained Physician ( Facial Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, Dermatologist, or Oculoplastic Surgeon) the incidence of lumpiness with FDA approved HA fillers should be very low. The real issue to be...
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Restylane and Juvederm are very similar.
The difference between Restylane and Juvederm is minimal. I have used both extensively and find that for the most part they are the same. They are both in fact hyaluronic acid. Juvederm is a little more concentrated with 24mg/ml of hyaluronic acid, while Restlyane has 20mg/ml of hyaluronic acid. But Restlyane gives you more in the syringe (1mL vs. 0.8mL).
Juvederm is a little bit "smoother", but if you put them both in the same syringe with the...
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Restylane or Juvederm
And that's exactly what you should say (that's also what most people want, by the way). You should have an idea of what you want (before any procedure) and then go visit one or more physicians to get an idea of what they'd recommend.
But "natural" and "not lumpy" are pretty reasonable requests.
That being said, you should be aware that the skin under the eyes is very thin, and you are, in general, more likely to have some visible lumpiness in...
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Restylane or Juvederm
The more important question is who is doing the injecting because inexperience can lead to unsatisfactory results. I have used both products and I feel that the Juvederm is a bit smoother especially for the lips but the Restylane is nice for deeper NLF's.
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Either is effective and safe when injected with skill and care.
The most important factors in filler injection are the credentials, skill, artistic focus, and personal care of your board-certified, core specialty cosmetic physician. Facial surgeons (plastics, dermatologic surgeons, etc.) are formally trained in facial anatomy including muscles, nerves, blood vessels, and tissue layers. Do not underestimate the importance of really knowing who is doing your treatments, and that your doctor knows exactly what he or she is doing.
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Important questions to ask before having Juvederm or Restylane Treatments
This is actually an excellent question that we wish consumers would ask more often. We always advocate for consumers/patients to be more proactive in their treatment goals.
*Ask what the credentials are of the one doing the procedure
*Equally important, ask how this injector stays current with techiques, protocols, training
*Ask to see before and after photos of actual patients undergoing the procedure you are interested in
*Make certain that your practitioner listens to your goals,...
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Juvederm for the Nasojugal folds (& Lips), Restylane for the Rest
I have used both products with satisfactory results in both areas.
However, I have come to prefer Juvederm for the tear trough and nasojugal folds but restylane for the rest of the face for many of the same reasons given here by the other physcians.
Of course, it goes without saying that the injector should have experience with both products and their skill and recommendation is a key factor in the decision making process.
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Choosing your wrinkle filler
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I would start with a board certified Dermatologist, Plastic surgeon, Facial plastic surgeon or Oculoplastic surgeon. These are the specialists that are most highly trained in understanding the facial anatomy. It is...
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What to Ask Yourself Before Asking Your Doctor
The first question should not be asked of your doctor, but rather to yourself: What is your primary concern, and what is it you would like to accomplish with the treatment?
Injectable fillers like Restylane/Perlane and Juvederm have revolutionized the non-surgical treatment options available to patients. More cost-effective and longer-lasting than the previous generation of fillers, there has been a tremendous acceptance of these products as a weapon in the battle against the signs of...
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Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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The physician is more important than the dermal filler brand
I agree with Dr. Persky. Either is a good choice. My preferences are:
Eyes - Restylane
Lips - Juvederm
Nasolabial and Marionette - Either, but I lean towards Juvederm.
Remember, it's the Doc that's most important. A physician trainer for other physicians is a good choice, but not necessarily a requirement. Steve Weiner, MD Facial Plastic Surgeon.
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Ask to see pictures of the doctor's own patients
Probably the only thing other than seeing or knowing a patient of the doctor doing the procedure is to see a picture of one of their patients. It is incredibly important to see the doctor's work and it is very important to look at the pictures with a very careful view as many of these are done with makeup that can cause a 'photographic cure' meaning that the makeup conceals or enhances the results.
Ask for their experience and any particular recommendations they may have (special training,...
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Good question
Consider Restylane and Juvederm to be essentially equal. What really matters is the talent and experience of the injector. Personaly, I do all of the eyelid tear trough injections in my practice and I have a highly skilled aesthetician whom I have trained and worked with for about 13 years do most of the nasolabial injections. Of course, I am also perfectly willing to inject the folds, but the price is a little higher in order to account for my time.
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