How do Juvederm and Restylane dermal fillers work?

Dermal fillers work by adding volume to areas that have lost fullness due to aging or other factors. They are also commonly used to augment certain features in younger patients including lips, chin, and jawline. 

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Are Juvederm and Restylane dermal fillers safe?

Yes, dermal fillers are generally safe when administered by experienced professionals. We use FDA-approved fillers and adhere to strict safety protocols.

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What's the difference between Juvederm and Restylane?

Juvederm and Restylane are both families of fillers from two different manufacturers. The Juvederm family is made by Allergan, the makers of Botox, and includes Ultra XC, Ultra Plus XC, Voluma, Volbella, Vollux, SkinVIVE, and more. The Restylane family is made by Galderma, the makers of Dysport, and includes Kysse, Contour, Lyft, Refyne, Defyne, Silk, and more.

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What areas can dermal fillers treat?

Dermal fillers can address a range of concerns related to the loss of volume and structural support as we age, including lifting up sagging skin around the jawline and filling in hollowing in the under-eye area, fine lines and wrinkles, and sunken cheeks and temples. Volumizing and shaping the lip, building a stronger chin or jawline, and balancing facial features are also common treatment targets.

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Is the procedure painful?

Dermal filler procedures can be excruciating, but they don’t have to be! That’s where our comfort menu comes. Our goal is for your procedure to be well-tolerated or even painless.

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How long do Juvederm or Restylane dermal fillers last?

Patients can typically see noticeable improvements in skin texture, firmness, and facial contours immediately, but final results will take a couple of weeks to see as any swelling or bruising from the procedure resolves. Results and duration vary depending on the type of filler used and individual factors but typically last from 6 months to 2 years after the treatment. Effects typically slowly wear off giving you plenty of time to decide when the time is right for another treatment.

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Are dermal fillers results immediate?

Yes, you'll notice an immediate improvement after the treatment. However, there might be some initial swelling that subsides within a few days. It's best to not plan any important events within a couple of weeks after getting filler.

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What's the recovery time after a dermal filler treatment?

Recovery is usually mild but may take a little time. You might experience some immediate swelling or redness at the injection sites, but these effects typically resolve over the next few days. Bruising is a different matter and can take a couple of weeks to fully fade - we take our time with your treatment to minimize bruising, but it's always possible. Remember aspirin, blood thinners, and yes, even alcohol in the immediate recovery period will worsen bruising!