Restylane or Juvederm doctor consultation - what to ask

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... more

Juvederm Ultra is slightly smoother to inject and slightly less likely to form a bump, compared to Restylane.  For "unforgiving" areas, like the lips and tear troughs, I think Juvederm is a better product because it has a smoother consistency.  For "forgiving" areas, like the... more

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... more

Different Strokes for different folks. Fine lines around the mouth- Juvederm or Restylane (juvederm is smoother and lasts longer) Nasolabial Folds - If the folds are deep without fine wrinkles use Radiesse, Juvederm or Fat. Both synthetic fillere are long lasting. Juvederm is easier to inject and less painful.... more

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... more

Hi Kerry, 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)... more

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... more

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... more

The answer is to first choose the right doctor, then be sure your doctor is using the right material. I use Hyaluronic acid products, including Juvederm Ultra, Juvederm Ultra Plus, Restylane, Perlane and Prevelle. For permamnet lip augmentation I use autologous fat injections. In my plastic surgery practice,... more

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