As you get older, your skin will inevitably change. But that doesn’t mean that wrinkles, sagging, and loss of volume are things you need to put up with forever. At Southeast Regional Med Spa in Columbus, GA, our Juvederm treatments could be the perfect solution to your aging concerns.
How Long Will Juvederm Last?
If you’re not happy with the way your skin looks, then a dermal filler could be the perfect solution for you. Dermal fillers provide you with an effective, non-invasive way to get back the smooth, full, supple skin that you used to have when you were younger.
But not all dermal fillers are long-lasting, which can be disappointing to prospective candidates. If you’re looking for a long-lasting solution to your wrinkles and fine lines, then Juvederm is the perfect product for you. This line of dermal fillers is formulated to help you get the appearance you want and to last you for up to two years.
What Is Juvederm?
This is a dermal filler, meaning that a small needle is used to inject the product beneath your skin. Once it’s been injected, the filler takes up space beneath the target areas, providing your face with more volume and smoothing out wrinkles that may have formed as a result of aging.
This product’s main ingredient is hyaluronic acid, which is a sugar you can find in various parts of your own body. This includes your muscles, connective tissues, eyes, and, of course, your skin.
How Does It Work?
If you want to understand how this filler works, then you first need to know why your skin changes as you get older. When you’re young, you have abundant amounts of certain proteins and other chemicals like hyaluronic acid in your skin. These chemicals help give your skin its structure and keep it protected from outside elements.
However, age causes the levels of these chemicals to lower. That means that your skin becomes more prone to wrinkling and sagging, and is more easily affected by things like UVB rays from the sun which can cause significant damage.
How Does Hyaluronic Acid Help?
Hyaluronic acid does a few things for your skin. First and foremost, it helps keep your skin hydrated by binding to moisture molecules. This hydration provides protection for your skin and also helps add in volume.
When it’s injected into your skin in the form of a dermal filler, it performs a few other tasks as well. As soon as it’s injected, you’ll notice more fullness in your face as the product takes up space beneath your skin. The hyaluronic acid will also stimulate your body’s production of the protein collagen, which will help to keep your skin firm and smooth.
What Can It Treat?
This is actually a collection of fillers, all of which target different areas of the face. Depending on the specific results you’re looking for, we may apply one or more types of Juvederm to help you get the appearance you want.
Here are some of the areas that these fillers can target:
The Cheeks
As you get older and the proteins and hyaluronic acid in your face begin to diminish, you’ll likely notice that your face looks thinner. A very thin face can make you look old, and as you lose volume beneath your skin, it will begin to sag. One of the places this becomes most obvious is in your cheeks.
If you’re looking to put some volume back into this area, then Voluma can do that. This is a thicker formula than the other fillers in this collection, and it will help make cheeks rounder and more defined. This particular filler can last you up to two years before you need to return for follow-up injections.
Mouth and Nose
While a loss of volume tends to be very prominent in the cheeks, it occurs all over your face. When this is combined with a loss of skin elasticity, wrinkles and folds can become more pronounced. Wrinkles around your nose and mouth area called smile lines or nasolabial folds can age your appearance a lot.
To help skin look younger, Vollure injections can provide more volume and smooth out the lines and folds that appear around your nose and mouth area. When you receive this filler, you’ll be able to enjoy your results for up to 18 months.
Lips
If you’re not happy with the way your lips look, then Volbella is a great way to refresh them. Losing volume in your lips can result in them becoming very thin. Some people may find that it’s like they’ve lost their lips altogether.
Volbella will provide you with an effective way of enhancing your lips, making them fuller and more defined. If you receive this filler, then you’ll get to appreciate your results for up to a year.
Everything You Should Know About Treatment
If you’re thinking about getting one or more of this type of filler, then you’re probably wondering what to expect from the treatment process. When you come to our clinic, you can count on the process being safe, fast, and effective.
Before coming in for your appointment, we’ll set you up with a consultation. This will give us the chance to get to know you, what your concerns are, and how we can help. We’ll be able to determine what types of Juvederm are right for you and help you set your expectations. During your consultation, we’ll also look over your medical history to make sure this product is safe for you.
How to Prepare
As with any treatment or procedure, there are a few things you’ll need to do to get ready for your appointment. But don’t be concerned about a lengthy preparations process. We’ll provide you with full instructions before your appointment, and they will be simple and easy to follow.
We’ll request that you avoid a few things in the days leading up to your injections. For the 24 to 48 hours before your appointment, you’ll need to stop drinking alcohol and smoking. You’ll also need to avoid certain medications. This includes blood thinners, cold medications, certain supplements, and some allergy medications.
Your Appointment
When the day of your injections arrives, we’ll be happy to welcome you to our clinic. Our team will work hard to make sure that every step of the process is both safe and comfortable for you. To begin, we will clean your skin carefully. This will remove any bacteria or grime from getting in along with the injections.
When we’ve finished cleaning your skin, we may also apply a topical numbing cream to help keep the process pain-free. Some formulas already contain the painkiller lidocaine. Once the skin has been prepared, we’ll apply the injections in multiple strategic locations. In general, treatment is very fast and will most likely take less than an hour. As soon as treatment is done, you can leave the clinic.
Recovery
The recovery process for this treatment is very fast, easy, and pain-free. Unlike surgical procedures, this is a non-invasive treatment which means virtually no downtime is required after you leave our clinic. To make sure that your treatment is as effective as possible, we will provide you with a list of instructions over the next day or so.
Make sure that you avoid direct sunlight and that you do not perform any strenuous physical activity. You should also not do anything that could make you sweat excessively. Continue to avoid alcohol and smoking.
When Will I See Results?
No matter which type of this filler you receive, you can expect long-lasting results that will help your look and feel your best. But when exactly do these results start to become apparent? One of the best things about all the fillers in this lineup is that you’ll see the results you want very quickly.
You’ll notice a difference in your appearance as soon as you leave our clinic. The product will take up space beneath your skin, providing more volume and smoothing out wrinkles. Over the next week, these changes will become even more apparent.
Feel Your Best Again
If you’re unhappy with the way aging has changed your skin and overall appearance, then Juvederm Columbus can provide you with the long-lasting results you want. When you receive these fillers, you’ll look younger, healthier, and feel more confident. To learn more about how we can help, get in touch with Southeast Regional Med Spa in Columbus, GA.
