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First Time Juvederm for Smile Lines and Top Lip - Columbus, OH

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Before deciding to take the leap to get Juvederm,...

gabhewison
WORTH IT$1,000
Before deciding to take the leap to get Juvederm, I was on this site, YouTube and researching all over the internet. I am 27 years old and was not happy with my deep smile lines and small upper lip. I am a very happy girl and smile ALL the time.

During the process:
Dr. Wakelin and Melissa answered all of my questions and asked me to explain what I was looking for in terms of the end result. I used two syringes of Juvederm XC - 1 1/2 for smile lines 1/2 for upper lip
The needle did not hurt as much as I was anticipating, only once or twice I actually winced. It hurts less than a bee sting or getting your ears pierced.

Later that evening:
I had minimal swelling and very slight bruising

Today (Day after):
Very minimal swelling and very slight bruising - Tad bit of make-up can completely cover

If you're thinking about it, DO IT! You won't regret it.

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John K. Wakelin III, MD, FACS

John K. Wakelin III, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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September 19, 2015
Also where did your dr inject in the lip?
September 19, 2015
I was injected 4 times in the lip - in the corners of lip right where the lips meet and each side toward the middle where the lips meet. I only had a pin point bruise on one injection site for the lip.
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September 19, 2015
There was a girl on here who said she couldn't eat it drink for two days!! Was this your experience and how was it post procedure?
Anything you can share from your research about what to do or not do? I get it done in a week.
September 19, 2015
I only got my top lip injected. I was able to go home have dinner and I was able to drink water fine. Today is day two and I have no swelling at all and just slight bruises right at injection site. They are covered very easily with makeup.
Aftercare instructions: nothing. I literally did no massages no ice and slept normally.
I read a lot of different things but I'm sure that varies with the person injecting. So please follow their instructions.
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September 20, 2015

Wow, you look amazing, thank you for sharing your experience!

Did you use numbing cream or a dental block?

September 20, 2015
No, Dr. Wakelin applied an ice pack to my lips for a few mins before he injected.
September 21, 2015
Looks SO good. Especially your naso folds! Totally erased. This is an awesome result. You look amazing. Stay with your MD. :D
September 21, 2015
Hey, also....let me ask... where did they actually inject for your smile lines? Was it directly in the lines, a little above, lower cheek-ish? I'm curious! I've heard of it being done different ways and whatever you're doing ...it's the right way. :)
September 21, 2015
Thank you!
Yes, he injected right on the lines.
September 21, 2015
Wow! Awesome results! I love it!! im actually looking for a DR myself in FL.
September 21, 2015
Thank you!! Good luck to you and I know you will love it! I can't wait to hear your review.
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October 8, 2015
no more smile lines ya :) are you still happy with lips?
October 8, 2015
Yes!