FAQ

JUVÉDERM® is the smooth gel filler that your doctor uses to instantly smooth away wrinkles around your mouth and nose. It is also used to replenish lost volume in your cheeks that is associated with aging. With just one treatment,…

Juvéderm is a hyaluronic acid-based filler that restores volume to the cheeks, lips, and other areas of the face. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in the body that decreases as we age. This lack of hyaluronic acid causes…

Juvéderm is usually well tolerated. Most side effects are mild to moderate and short-lasting. The most common side effects include mild swelling, discomfort, itching, and bruising at the injection site.  Hyaluronic acid fillers are generally biocompatible, which means allergy skin…

Scars from acne can often seem like a double punishment. First, there were the pimples, and now you’ve got the scars as a reminder. Wonderful, isn’t it? Varieties of Acne Scars It’s important to remember that not all acne is…

DO YOU HAVE DEEP LINES AROUND YOUR MOUTH? A very common part of aging, these deep vertical lines can sometimes appear more prominent than others. If you have these deep vertical lines on your face and are looking to improve…

What is face contouring? You might know facial contouring as a popular makeup technique. Facial contouring treatments basically have the same goal in mind: to reshape and contour the face, enhancing your natural beauty. Facial contouring can be achieved in…

QUESTION: DOES MY ACNE HAVE TO BE CLEARED UP BEFORE DERMAL FILLERS? Yes, depending on the area. Once your acne is under control and not active or inflamed in the treatment zone, we can treat it! You’re probably wondering what…

ACNE SCARS DON’T HAVE TO BE PERMANENT. We all probably have a few scars on our faces or bodies. They’re a part of life! And while scars technically never go away, they can fade enough to be less visible. How…

ARE DERMAL FILLERS AFFECTED BY SUN EXPOSURE? Sadly, they are! In fact, numerous studies have shown that exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight degrades the hyaluronic acid contained in Juvéderm. If you want your results to last, try not to…

They say that laughter is the best medicine. That may be true, but it comes at a cost. Years of laughter, smiling, and talking can gradually cause creases to appear around your mouth. These lines and creases run from the…