JUVÉDERM®
JUVÉDERM® XC injectable gel is a FDA approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler that, "temporarily treat moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds such as nasolabial folds" in people older than 21. JUVÉDERM XC is infused with lidocaine to make its injection more comfortable.
JUVÉDERM XC is a smooth-consistency gel with many types that restores volume to the skin, and smooths away moderate-to-severe facial wrinkles and folds. It is made of hyaluronic acid (HA), a substance that occurs naturally in the body. In terms of the skin, HA's role is to deliver nutrients and hydration, and act as a cushioning agent. Young, healthy skin contains large amounts of HA, but factors that include aging and sun exposure reduce the amount, causing skin to lose structure and volume. These HA dermal fillers can be used in the lips, cheeks, chin, jawline and hands.
JUVÉDERM XC Injectable Gel Procedure
JUVÉDERM XC injections take about 30 minutes to administer in a clean environment. A fine needle is used for the injection, which is given in facial tissue in the targeted area to add volume or rehydrate. Because JUVÉDERM XC contains lidocaine to improve comfort, although topical numbing agents will be applied prior to injection. Afterword, the NP may gently massage the treated area(s).
Once treatment is completed, patients can return, with virtually no downtime, to their regular activities. For the first 48 hours after treatment, to reduce the risk of complications, patients should avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sun or heat exposure, and alcohol consumption.
Results of JUVÉDERM XC Injectable Gel
The results of JUVÉDERM XC are visible immediately after injection; any swelling and bruising, to which ice can be applied, should subside during the next few days. Results can last 6 to 9 months, and, in some cases, up to year. Supplemental treatments may be required to achieve and maintain optimal correction.
Risks of JUVÉDERM XC Injectable Gel
Although JUVÉDERM XC is considered safe, there is a risk of side effects. They are usually limited to the injection site, and include the following:
- Redness
- Pain or tenderness
- Firmness
- Swelling
- Lumps or bumps
- Bruising
- Itching
- Discoloration
- Infection
For customized treatment, Allergan, Inc., offers 6 types of JUVÉDERM XC: JUVÉDERM Ultra XC, JUVÉDERM Ultra Plus XC, JUVEDERM Voluma, JUVEDERM Volbella, JUVEDERM Vollure, JUVEDERM Volx. JUVÉDERM XC is the first HA filler that is FDA-approved for use on people of color.
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