Why do so many doctors recommend Juvederm?

When it comes to cosmetic injections, doctors usually recommend the same products - Juvederm, Restylane, etc. Are doctors paid to recommend certain products and if not, why are these better than some of the other injectables out there?

4 answers to “Why do so many doctors recommend...”

A: I recommend treatments that are safe and effective

Jordana S. Gilman, MD

There are many different kinds of fillers, and which one I recommend depends on what my patient wants to treat.  I use fillers that give a natural looking result, are FDA-approved, and have an excellent safety profile.  Juvederm is just one of the fillers I like, because it is soft and natural... more

A: Doctors tend to recommend effective, FDA-approved products

Robert A. Weiss, MD

Doctors recommend the brands they typically have good experience with, that are FDA approved, and that will achieve your goals and are right for your muscle and bone structure. The same doctors who recommend Juvederm may also recommend Restylane, Perlane, Prevelle Plus or other hyaluronic acid fillers, as... more

A: The HA's can give very nice results, are long lasting but are temporary.

Sanjay Grover, MD

Juvederm and Restylane are a type of substance known as hyaluronic acid (HA). They are very nice dermal fillers as they can be soft and last a while, but not too long. Remember, you will continue to age and your face will undergo changes. It is nice to not have a product that may be permanent and not 'age'... more

A: Replenish your supply of hyaluronic acid

Gregory A. Buford, MD

Juvederm is composed of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring sugar. While it is found in our skin and helps provides form and structure, it is lost as a part of the normal aging process. The result is a progressive loss of both the turgor and structure of our skin as this water-loving compound diminishes... more

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