I had Juvederm placed in my tear troughs due to hollowing. I really saw no difference after. My doctor said he placed it conservatively because Juvederm plumps up more as it absorbs water from the surrounding tissue and that it would take a week or so before I would see full results. Do you agree with this? It's been a week now and still see no real improvement. He used one vial for both eyes. I had no bruising or swelling. Do I need more or should I wait a little longer for it to fill out?
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Generally, Juvederm Ultra
Plus XC lasts for approximately 9-12 months, but this can be shorter or longer depending on your body. I recommend you see your injector again and discuss your concerns with them. Hyaluronidase can be used to dissolve any residual filler or another treatment may be more...
There is no direct chemical intereaction between the Silicone you had and a new filler such as Juvederm or Restylane if it were injected. The Silicone is permanent and the hyaluronic acids just mentioned are temporary. There can be, and I have seen a reaction, of Silicone years later after the...
This is a very bad idea for a number of reasons.It is illegal to buy medicine if you are not a doctor or pharmacy. Every week we get a fax in the office about a "Canadian" pharmacy that wants to sell us Juvederm at half price. We don't know where the Juvederm is coming from, or what is in...
