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Juvederm - Goodbye
Wrinkles
Juvederm is what is known as a ‘filler’. It doesn’t work on the surface like wall filler,
but below the skin to reduce the lines by returning the skin to a smooth even
surface. It works by injecting hyaluronic acid which induces the body to create a
substance called ‘collagen’. It is this natural substance that adds fullness to the skin
and therefore reduces the wrinkling and sagginess caused through ageing.
Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in our bodies, but as we age, this substance
reduces which in turn stops the collagen production. The result of this is an increase
in wrinkles. So, by returning the hyaluronic acid, the body is kick started into making
the collagen for our skin again and the wrinkles disappear.
The good news is that the administration of Juvederm last for up to 2 years and the
procedure is relatively short. The substance is injected into the affected areas and
should be massaged to distribute the fluid in order not to cause swelling or an
uneven distribution of the injected fluid. This should take between 15 and 60
minutes to complete the whole procedure of injections and massaging.
Because the injections are just below the skin, the only possible side effects are
those that can normally be caused from injections. These are maybe some redness
or a little tenderness where the skin has been penetrated by the needle. However,
there is little concern regarding this as these effects, if experienced, will pass within
2 to 4 weeks. It is important to note that the injections must be just below the skin
and not into a blood vessel. It is this error where serious harm can be caused like
changes to vision, scarring or even stroke.