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Loving my Lips! Gloss'em Up Baby!! Juvaderm Junkie Now - Birmingham, AL
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I'm 48 years, never had full pretty lips- but as i...
WORTH IT$450
I'm 48 years, never had full pretty lips- but as i age- they have gotten progressively thinner. Yuk! i had gotten to the place I refused to wear any lip gloss :( ! now that'S a tragedy!!
Let me first, before I go on with my review, let you know I am a red head who tends to bruise and bleed easily. This being said, the first injection' s bruising would not be unusual for me to do. I get bruises from carrying grocery bags :)
My first Juvaderm (ultra, I think) injection was January of 2013. I got it to increase fullness in my lips. I didn't want the "lined" look. My Dr knew exactly what i was talking about, whew! I did get a dental block as it was offered. Once I had the block- I was numb. Boy, was I ever numb!!! Dr Schaffer injected the Juvaderm, and it was quite easy, I didn't feel and discomfort, I couldn't feel anything For hours for that matter :). I did start to immediately bruise and swell. I used ice, but before I got home I looked like I had been beat in the mouth :) the bruising stayed about 9 days total and was pretty slow to fade. You should have seen me explaining my bruised mouth at work!
I went shopping at Dillards 4 days post injection and the Lancôme lady drug me over to her counter to "help" lol. She even gave me a huge sample of concealer- ghah - THAT bad, huh?!? Lol. The swelling was mostly gone in just a few days- by the end of 11 days I totally loved my lips! Gloss it up baby! Gloss it up! And I did.
July 2013, much of my Juvaderm was gone, I still had some, but really didn't want to wait until it was completely gone before getting more. I talked with Dr S. and requested a second injection. I did ask him if he thought it was too soon (didn't want Lindsey Lohan lips!!) I showed him the after pictures from January (the cute ones) and he said that I was good to get more :) ya!!!
Several days prior to this appointment I started taking arnica 30x. I had used it with my TT surgery and it really helped with bruising. Was keeping my fingers crossed it would work on my lips too!!
This time I decided to try just the numbing cream instead of the block. My nurse, Penni painted me up but good. I looked a little like a rabid dog foaming at the mouth- quite sexy I must say! We waited about 15 minutes and I was nice and numb. Dr S. came to inject me- he kept talking and I felt the need to respond. That's the polite thing to do, right? I refrained as I had needles stuck in my lips with fillers flowing. Ya, I could see me moving my lips and making the fillers go in weird places, lol. Note to self: next time tell them not to talk about anything I may have an urge to reply an answer to :D
On about the numbing up- I did feel maybe more of the actual injection with he numbing cream. But honestly, I can't say which I thought was more uncomfortable, the dental block which smarted quite nicely. Or the injection with the topical applied. I think I like it better with the topical. For one thing, the "numbing" wore off quicker which was nice.
As soon as the injection was completed I popped 3 more Arnica under my tongue and Bromelain. I would do it again before bed.
Ice was applied- on 20 minutes off 30. Hmmm, very little swelling and only a teeny bruise on my bottom lip!! Nice.
Later that night, I still did not have any more bruising and minimal swelling!!!! Arnica is my hero!!!
It felt weird to drink from a cup or straw for several days, almost like I couldn't get me lips in the right place, was so afraid I'd drool! Also when I spoke, it felt like I wasn't forming my words correctly the initial days. After the initial says, I was back to my ole expressive self :)
7 days post injection, my lips were nice, fuller and I was loving them!! Yep, glossed and ready to go! I love lip gloss, the glossier, shinier, sparklier- the better!! did I already tell you :) sigh....
Bottom line, I love Juvaderm! Am considering the lines around my mouth one day, maybe soon will let you know.
Was very worth the money to me. I will do it again. My sister loved my results so much, she got Juvaderm too :) awe, I'm a tread setter, a trail blazer, a leader of the pack... Ok, I'll stop now.
Laters...
Glossy lip D. ;)
Let me first, before I go on with my review, let you know I am a red head who tends to bruise and bleed easily. This being said, the first injection' s bruising would not be unusual for me to do. I get bruises from carrying grocery bags :)
My first Juvaderm (ultra, I think) injection was January of 2013. I got it to increase fullness in my lips. I didn't want the "lined" look. My Dr knew exactly what i was talking about, whew! I did get a dental block as it was offered. Once I had the block- I was numb. Boy, was I ever numb!!! Dr Schaffer injected the Juvaderm, and it was quite easy, I didn't feel and discomfort, I couldn't feel anything For hours for that matter :). I did start to immediately bruise and swell. I used ice, but before I got home I looked like I had been beat in the mouth :) the bruising stayed about 9 days total and was pretty slow to fade. You should have seen me explaining my bruised mouth at work!
I went shopping at Dillards 4 days post injection and the Lancôme lady drug me over to her counter to "help" lol. She even gave me a huge sample of concealer- ghah - THAT bad, huh?!? Lol. The swelling was mostly gone in just a few days- by the end of 11 days I totally loved my lips! Gloss it up baby! Gloss it up! And I did.
July 2013, much of my Juvaderm was gone, I still had some, but really didn't want to wait until it was completely gone before getting more. I talked with Dr S. and requested a second injection. I did ask him if he thought it was too soon (didn't want Lindsey Lohan lips!!) I showed him the after pictures from January (the cute ones) and he said that I was good to get more :) ya!!!
Several days prior to this appointment I started taking arnica 30x. I had used it with my TT surgery and it really helped with bruising. Was keeping my fingers crossed it would work on my lips too!!
This time I decided to try just the numbing cream instead of the block. My nurse, Penni painted me up but good. I looked a little like a rabid dog foaming at the mouth- quite sexy I must say! We waited about 15 minutes and I was nice and numb. Dr S. came to inject me- he kept talking and I felt the need to respond. That's the polite thing to do, right? I refrained as I had needles stuck in my lips with fillers flowing. Ya, I could see me moving my lips and making the fillers go in weird places, lol. Note to self: next time tell them not to talk about anything I may have an urge to reply an answer to :D
On about the numbing up- I did feel maybe more of the actual injection with he numbing cream. But honestly, I can't say which I thought was more uncomfortable, the dental block which smarted quite nicely. Or the injection with the topical applied. I think I like it better with the topical. For one thing, the "numbing" wore off quicker which was nice.
As soon as the injection was completed I popped 3 more Arnica under my tongue and Bromelain. I would do it again before bed.
Ice was applied- on 20 minutes off 30. Hmmm, very little swelling and only a teeny bruise on my bottom lip!! Nice.
Later that night, I still did not have any more bruising and minimal swelling!!!! Arnica is my hero!!!
It felt weird to drink from a cup or straw for several days, almost like I couldn't get me lips in the right place, was so afraid I'd drool! Also when I spoke, it felt like I wasn't forming my words correctly the initial days. After the initial says, I was back to my ole expressive self :)
7 days post injection, my lips were nice, fuller and I was loving them!! Yep, glossed and ready to go! I love lip gloss, the glossier, shinier, sparklier- the better!! did I already tell you :) sigh....
Bottom line, I love Juvaderm! Am considering the lines around my mouth one day, maybe soon will let you know.
Was very worth the money to me. I will do it again. My sister loved my results so much, she got Juvaderm too :) awe, I'm a tread setter, a trail blazer, a leader of the pack... Ok, I'll stop now.
Laters...
Glossy lip D. ;)
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Replies (14)
August 29, 2013
They look great! Wish I lived in your area! He did an awesome job!
August 29, 2013
SpringHill, thank you! I love them, so much difference than before! If you were around, Dr S would fix you up for sure, I drive about 1 1/2 hrs one way to see him- is worth to me :) one thing I love about him, is if I don't need something, he will tell me. Thank means alot, because it tells me he cares about how I look, not just making a sell. He's done my breast, tummy tuck. Botox and lipo too. I've been very please with everything. Thank you for stopping by! So nice to meet you!! Oh, if you bruise easily and are getting juvaderm- the Arnica 30x is a great prophylactic tx to help reduce bruising! I'm a bruiser, lol. And it saved me last time!!
August 29, 2013
I thought Juvaderm had lidocaine in it. I felt very few of my sticks and the ones that I did feel was minor. I had one syringe in mine (mostly the top, bottom is already quite full) which have always been full but have lost a lot of volume in the last 7 years or so. I feel like 80% of it is gone already. Although I bruised very little, I'm very disappointed in the results. I guess it will just take more than one syringe to put these babies back like they were. However that would be double the price. I'm not sure if I want to pay that much. I guess we will see.
August 30, 2013
My Dr doesn't use the formula with lidocaine on lips, I forgot why they said. He will use it for other area that need filling though. I really needed more than one syringe for the look I desired, but opted to get one, knowing that I would be back sooner that a year for more. I didn't want the change to be drastic and my lips were super thin ;( I love now my lips looks now and can finally wear lips gloss! Lol. That sad, pay alot for juvaderm for the purpose of putting on lip gloss, lol sorry your disappointed, maybe a little more will get the look you want. So nice to meet you!
August 30, 2013
I see. Wow that must have hurt! They do look good tho and worth every penny if it makes you feel good :) I would like a little more but it is only sold by the syringe in my area and they are $600 each. I don't feel that I would need an entire syringe. Just wish they had a "split" program or sold them in 1/2 syringes.
August 30, 2013
That's why I only got one with the intentions of returning before a year to get more. It would give it time to go away some so I wouldn't be "overfilled". It really did not hurt. Just looked bad. Im a red he'd and tend to bruise if you look at me. Lol. Arnica was a huge blessing as you can tell in injection #2 :)
August 29, 2013
So it only lasted about 6 months at $450 each?? My Dr said it would liast 12-18 months at $500 a suringe but maybe it's the difference between Juvederm and Juvederm XC...????? A little worried now if that's all the longer it lasts.
August 30, 2013
Emmasue, great question!! I guess I should ave been some clearer my lips were very, very thin- you can't tell from the picture that much, but I basically had no top lip and my bottom lip was tiny. The first injection I got really made a good difference, but I wasn't where I wanted to be fully. Because I wanted subtle changes I opted for one syringe (instead of more the first time) and knew I'd be back sooner than a year to give me more fill. - it wasn't "gone" really at 6 months, but was gone enough to get another injection to give me the fullness I wanted. If I would have gotten the fullness I desired in January, it would have been very noticeable and I really wanted the change subtle. Now that my lips are where I want them, I will not wait until its gone completely, but will probably have maintenance injections at 10-12 months depending on how I look. I really do love it! My sister liked how my lips filled so nicely, she got hers last week ;)
September 4, 2013
Girl your lips look awesome. I'm wanting to get the lines around my mouth done and my lips. Dr. Mancuso in Decatur is awesome to. He's working on my face right now. Next month I'm going to be trying Juvederm. He charges $500 each. I'm so excited. This 50 year old grandma is going to be ROCKYING IT. ags
September 5, 2013
Agspann, ya for you!!! I had alot of creases around my lips and they were super thin. I asked my Dr to make them plump instead of lining them, I really like how the juvaderm filled out my lips, I have very few creases now :) I'm so happy you are doing this for you! You'll love it! I'll be 49 in January btw :) I think any age can rock it!
UPDATED FROM d37
2 months post
Loving my lips!! 4 weeks post injection :)
It's been 4 weeks since my Juvaderm injection. I love my results!!
All the awkwardness of drinking and eating has diminished and my lips feel normal. They are fabulous (to me anyways) :)
My sister liked it so much she went last week and got Juvaderm and Botox. I really only tell my secrets to my sisters and RS :) lol If someone asks I won't lie, but mostly people just say I'm looking so great, wow you must be doing good. I just say you know, I am. Lol
My spa is having an open house in a few weeks, I'm considering getting the smile lines done. Not sure will ask my Drs opinion about it.
Laters,
D. :)
All the awkwardness of drinking and eating has diminished and my lips feel normal. They are fabulous (to me anyways) :)
My sister liked it so much she went last week and got Juvaderm and Botox. I really only tell my secrets to my sisters and RS :) lol If someone asks I won't lie, but mostly people just say I'm looking so great, wow you must be doing good. I just say you know, I am. Lol
My spa is having an open house in a few weeks, I'm considering getting the smile lines done. Not sure will ask my Drs opinion about it.
Laters,
D. :)
Replies (26)
September 6, 2013
I had the smile lines done using restylane and they look very natural. They usually last a yr. You would be pleased with the results.
September 7, 2013
It's very smooth and no one has noticed that I had anything done. I have been getting it for a while and has made a huge difference in the way I look. You should talk to ur dr. I sm sure you would ve thrilled with the results.
September 8, 2013
Love the photos, your result and review. Thanks for sharing. My dermatologist suggested I get Juvederm Ultra 1 syringe for marionettes (lower face chin area). They charge $700 a syringe so that makes me not want to do it! However, they do have buy one get one 1/2 off to new patients but they only recommended one for me. I could always take advantage and fill top lip or somewhere else or maybe they will "hold it" for me until I need it again in the marionette lines. Anyway, love your results!
September 9, 2013
thank you :) ! I totally love my lips now- not too over done, butfull enough so I can wear lip gloss :) That seems like alot, 700/syringe. I think I would check around, maybe check at a plastic surgeons office? I paid alot less for my Juvaderm (500 and then used my brilliant distinctions award money for a lesser charge) and my sister lives in Fairhope close to Mobile- her was about the same cost as mine.... I am seriously thinking of getting my smile lines filled at the end of the month. My plastic surgeons office has a spa and they always have fantastic deals on Juvaderm ( usually 400 a syringe) Hey why done you just run over to Birmingham and get it all done? May be worth the trip, LOL! thanks again, girl! Was nice to meet you and thank you for the sweet compliments!
September 9, 2013
No, not too over done at all. They look nice. $700 is a lot. She has a good reputation though, beautiful facility and in a prime location so that probably plays part in it. I would be afraid to go somewhere where they may use alterative fillers that are legit! Not saying all the cheaper stuff is not legit but it makes me question things. LOL. I guess I could go to Birmingham to get everything done! Vacation plus a little extra.
September 9, 2013
I'm very leary of going just anywhere too, but thought a board cert plastic surgeons office in your area could be a good option- if you decide to go to bham ;) their web address is www.heddenmd.com the spa is ran by them as well. Some time in the next couple weeks they will have a big event. The facility is gorgeous, love the drs there! Juvaderm will prob be 400. Botox 200 :D if you decide to go, let me know ill tell you a good place to stay. Good luck :) and let me know how you do!!! Oh, I use arnica 30x 3-4 days prior to injection to reduce bruising. I'm a red head :)
October 4, 2013
Is arnica a prescription?
October 26, 2013
Hey Jena, sorry I just seen your post, RS notifications was messed up and. I guess I didn't get it.
No, it's not a prescription. You can get it from GNC, some spas have it I ordered mine from PureFormula.com because I got a bottle of arnica x30 250 tablets for about 8.00. I get Botox and Juvaderm and always, always start taking it a week prior so I don't bruise. Love it!!! I'm a red head so bruising comes easily to me- I just got restylane in my laugh lines and didn't bruise at all!! Huge deal as you can tell from my first injection with out it, lol.
November 14, 2013
you look great =)
November 14, 2013
Thanks realCathyofSeattle! I had my smile lines done two weeks ago- LOVE!!! I posted a pic on my TT review. I was surprised at the difference it made
Wow, what a fantastic review!! I love all the pictures, and detail you included - so helpful! Too funny about the makeup lady pulling you over to her counter, it was sweet of her to give you a nice sized sample to make it through though. :)
Looking forward to hearing more about your Juvederm experience!