If you’ve been researching about dermal fillers then you are most likely familiar with Juvederm and Restylane. These are dermal fillers used to treat wrinkles by means of an injectable gel containing hyaluronic acid to make the skin plump. But let’s take a closer look at these treatments so you can make the right choice between the two.
Safety
Both Juvederm and Restylane contains lidocaine in their formulation which is needed to reduce pain when injecting the gel. There may be minor side effects like swelling, redness and bruising but these go away after a little while. Serious side effects like scarring and skin discoloration could happen but it’s very rare. Another thing to note is that Juvederm may cause numbness in the target area.
Ease and Convenience
Both products are convenient, the treatment only takes a few minutes and it’s an in-office procedure with no downtime.
Cost
Cost of treatment varies depending on how your doctor is and how much of the product is needed to achieve your desired outcome. Generally speaking however, Juvederm costs around $600 while Restylane costs anywhere between $300 and $650.
Effectiveness
Both dermal filler products give immediate results. The effects of Juvederm can last for 12 months, while Restylane is usually 6 to 18 months from the first treatment. However, as with most dermal fillers, the effects are not permanent.
Juvederm
Juvéderm is designed to treat aging-related wrinkles with a gel substance that’s made up of primarily hyaluronic acid. Depending on which area of the face it will be used, some of the gel material in Juvederm add volume (if for the cheeks), while others are to help smoothen out fine lines (if used for the mouth and nose). Injection of the substance takes only a few minutes and depending on the size of the treatment area, could take between 15 minutes to 1 hour.
Before deciding on Juvederm you have to check if you are allergic to any of the ingredients used in this product, particularly hyaluronic acid and lidocaine. If you are taking medications especially blood thinners, or have a history of bleeding disorder, you should also inform your doctor about it.
Restylane
Like Juvederm, Restylane also contains hyaluronic acid. It’s often used around the eyes, lips, mouth, cheeks and even the back of the hands. Treatment also takes between 15 minutes to one hour per session depending on the size of the treatment area. Good Restylane candidates
Restylane are those who have fine lines and wrinkles, are in good health, no allergies to the ingredients, and do not have any history of bleeding disorders or blood clotting disorders. It’s important to discuss any health related issues with your doctor.
Final Thoughts
Because Juvéderm and Restylane are noninvasive procedures, you don’t have to worry about any downtimes or having to take time off work. However, you also have to carefully consider the pros and cons of each treatment option before making a decision.
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