JUVÉDERM® XC injectable gel is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved dermal filler that, according to its manufacturer, Allergan, Inc., is designed to "temporarily treat moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds such as nasolabial folds" in people older than 21. Unlike the original JUVÉDERM injectable gel, JUVÉDERM XC is infused with lidocaine to make its injection more comfortable.
JUVÉDERM XC is a smooth-consistency gel that restores volume to the skin, and smooths away moderate-to-severe facial wrinkles and folds. It is made of hyaluronic acid (HA), a sugar 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 a lot of HA, but factors that include aging and sun exposure reduce the amount, causing skin to lose structure and volume. JUVÉDERM XC is most effective in improving the appearance of nasolabial folds, the lines that run from the bottom of the nose to the corner of the mouth on both sides of the face.
Cheeks
JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC
As you age, the cheeks may flatten and the skin may begin to sag. This is caused by natural loss of volume in the cheek area, or what the experts call age-related midface volume loss. JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC is designed to add volume beneath the skin’s surface, which provides lift and contour to the cheek area. The results are immediate and last approximately 2 years.
Lines
JUVÉDERM VOLLURE™ XC
Injected into the areas of facial tissue where moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds occur, including the “parentheses lines” around the nose and mouth, designed to temporarily correct facial wrinkles for a smoother appearance to the face. The results are immediate and last approximately 18 months
JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC
First approved by the FDA in 2006, JUVÉDERM® XC corrects moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the parentheses lines or “smile lines” around the nose and mouth. JUVÉDERM® XC is injected into areas of facial tissue where moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds occur to temporarily add volume to the skin, which may give the appearance of a smoother surface.The results are immediate and last approximately 1 year.
LIPS
JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC
Injectable gel is for injection into the lips for lip augmentation and for correction of perioral lines, often called “lipstick lines”. The results are immediate and last approximately 1 year.
JUVÉDERM® Ultra XC
An injectable gel that temporarily adds more fullness and plumps thin lips-whether your lips have thinned over time or you simply want fuller lips. JUVÉDERM® Ultra XC is also approved for smoothing and correcting moderate to severe parentheses lines, such as nasolabial folds (smile lines around the nose and mouth). The results are immediate and last approximately 1 year.
Jawline
JUVÉDERM VOLUX XC
The first and only FDA-approved HA filler for improving lost definition in the jawline—with lasting results. JUVÉDERM VOLUX XC can help achieve the look you want from all angles, with more definition in the jawline. Add volume to improve the shape and structure of the lower face and achieve a smooth, more defined look in the jawline with results that last up to 1 year with optimal treatment.
JUVÉDERM XC Injectable Gel Procedure
JUVÉDERM XC injections take about 15 minutes for one of our providers to administer at the office. A fine needle is used for the injection, which is given under the skin in the targeted area to add volume or fill in wrinkles and folds. Because JUVÉDERM XC contains lidocaine to improve comfort, an anesthetic may not be needed. However, a doctor may still elect to use a topical anesthetic on the area to be treated before giving the injection. Afterwards, one of our providers 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 24 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. However, according to its manufacturer, "Results from injectable dermal filler vary and correction is temporary. Supplemental 'touch up' treatments may be required to achieve and maintain optimal correction of . . . wrinkles and folds."
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
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Interested in learning more about JUVÉDERM? Call our Fresno office at 559-233-3376 or the Visalia office at 559-385-2133 to schedule your consultation today. You can also fill out the form on our contact page, and our team will help you set up a personalized appointment with one of our providers. Our practice looks forward to serving you!
