My recent visit to a new plastic surgeon produced great results (well, after 2 follow ups with additional product needed) using Juvederm XC in the cheeks, nasolabial folds, and lips. However, 2 months later, the product is completely gone!! That's a lot of money for 2 months of results! I've been using Juvederm for several years in those areas, but using a different practitioner---with my prior practitioner the results lasted 6-8 months. My recent dr must have diluted the product. Possible?
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October 3, 2010
Answer: Juvederm and restylane may dissolve faster sometimes.
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Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Swelling does occur in m any cases after injection of juvederm or any other filler product. It will probably improve over the next week or so. However, you should be able to contact your doctor if you are concerned.
Using botox as you know is preferred. However, if you have concerns and reservations regarding its use I think you will likely be happy with a small amount of superficial filler is place. I would speak to an experienced physician regarding your concerns.
Personally I like to massage the area immediately after an injection because there is the feeling any firmness or lumpiness dissipates with massage. It is important that the injections are not placed too superficial and the injector uniformly place Juvederm at the site. Remember there is...