Juvederm Voluma
Have wrinkles and sunken cheeks that come on with age been a point of concern for you? Would a treatment that can add volume to your cheeks and help your face appear fuller and more youthful be something that interests you?
Juvederm Voluma is one of the products in the Juvederm family of fillers, and it could be the answer to your skincare woes. In short, it’s an injection that can help combat the loss of volume in your skin and reverse the effects of aging. Juvederm Voluma, a product manufactured by the company Allergan, is the only FDA-approved dermal filler that treats age-related volume loss
Dermal fillers are injected under the skin, and they’re made of a combination of water, hyaluronic acid, and lidocaine.
A dermatologist or other medical professional administers the treatments, which are only for adults over the age of 21.
Juvederm Voluma is considered one of the safest and easiest treatments for eliminating wrinkles and adding facial volume. Still, you may be wondering about the costs, side effects, and benefits of the treatment.
Let’s take a closer look at what the treatment entails.
What is Juvederm Voluma?
Dermal fillers are gels that are injected under the skin to help reduce lines and wrinkles and restore facial volume and fullness. In the U.S., the Juvederm collection is the highest-selling dermal filler on the market.
Products in the Juvederm collection are also the only non-surgical treatments for age lines that the FDA has approved.
The main ingredient in dermal fillers that is used to treat age lines and volume is hyaluronic acid. This is a natural complex sugar found in the body that stimulates collagen production, which can plump the skin and stimulate rejuvenation. The natural production of hyaluronic acid and collagen decreases as we age, causing the skin to sag and wrinkle. Products like Juvederm Voluma can supplement hyaluronic acid production.
What is it Used For?
In the Juvederm collection of hyaluronic acid fillers there are many different treatment options available, and each product treats different areas of the face. The Juvederm Voluma injector is designed to fill and lift the skin in the mid-face region and cheek area. It can help fight aging by restoring a youthful curve to women’s cheekbones.
People can use dermal fillers like Juvederm Voluma with other treatment options. Multiple Juvederm products can be used together or alongside another skincare treatment like Botox.
Benefits
Because they are a non-surgical method of treatment, dermal fillers are considered among the fastest, easiest, and most convenient ways to combat wrinkles, fine lines, discoloration, and skin sagging, correct age-related volume loss, and generate augmentation. Injectable dermal fillers’ accessibility is unmatched by more traditional treatments like plastic surgery.
There’s typically little prep involved before injectable fillers procedures. Your medical provider may tell you to stop drinking alcohol and smoking for a certain amount of time before your appointment.
Lidocaine is one of the active ingredients in the gel that forms Juvederm Voluma, as indicated by the “XC” in the product’s name. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic. It will help numb the area during the treatment so that it’s painless.
Most procedures last no longer than 60 minutes. There’s no sedation involved, so you can drive yourself home afterward. However, some people like to bring someone to drive them home.
You also won’t need to schedule any time off work since there’s no mandatory downtime. But again, some people like to skip work on the day of their appointment.
Perhaps the most exciting benefit of Juvederm Voluma is that you should start to experience its results immediately. Your cheeks should take on a fuller, more youthful appearance, and your wrinkles and age lines should begin to soften.
The full effects of the treatment may take up to a week to materialize and you may need to schedule follow-up visits with your medical provider.
Side Effects
Most people experience minimal side effects from Juvederm Voluma. Since the treatment includes lidocaine, the procedure itself shouldn’t be painful. Still, some people experience pain, swelling or tenderness a day or so after the treatment.
Other people may experience lumps or bumps near the injection site. Fortunately, your medical provider can usually eliminate them following your treatment.
Bruising is one of the treatment’s most common side effects. Bruises are usually small and only last a few days, but they can occasionally be larger and last for up to a week or more.
Your medical provider can advise you about how to treat or prevent these types of side effects. If you take a blood thinner like aspirin, speak with your doctor before your procedure to discuss if it’s safe to temporarily stop taking it to prevent bruising.
There may be other activities from which you need to refrain for a day or so after your appointment. These may include strenuous activities and exercising, drinking alcohol, and exposing the treatment area to direct sunlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does treatment take?
The length of the treatment can vary depending on how much work you need to have done to obtain your desired results. Some appointments can last as little as 15 to 20 minutes with a few simple injections.
However, some patients may want more detailed sculpting and recontouring of their face. This can take more time. Combining Juvederm Voluma with other products such as Juvederm Voluma XC, Juvederm Ultra Plus, Juvederm Ultra XC, Juvederm Volbella, or Juvederm Ultra can also extend your treatment’s duration.
How long do the results last?
Juvederm Voluma is the only dermal filler that has clinical studies showing its results can last for up to two years.
Still, after your initial treatment, you may opt to visit your medical provider again for a touch-up to achieve your desired results. And, as the hyaluronic acid metabolizes, you will likely need to schedule further visits with your medical provider to maintain its effects.
Can all skin types be treated?
Yes–Juvederm Voluma can be implemented on patients with all skin types. People with darker skin tones may also consider SkinMedica Lytera Cream–a product manufactured by the creators of the Juvederm collection–which is a pigment correction product that can help with discolored or uneven skin pigments.
Can men be treated?
Yes, this treatment is available for men. That being said, the technique used to achieve optimal results for a youthful male appearance is different than what is used for women.
Meet with your medical provider to discuss your desired treatment plan and to inquire about whether your provider has experience working with male faces.
How much does it cost?
Products in the Juvederm line are considered elective and cosmetic, so medical insurance won’t cover the cost of related procedures. So, costs of treatments can vary. Multiple factors can impact those costs, such as your geographical location, the expertise of your medical provider, and how many injections you’ll need for each treatment.
On average, the cost of one syringe can range from $600 to $1,000. Many doctors’ offices can set up a payment plan so you can pay the cost of the treatment over several months.
Don’t be fooled by products that you can purchase online–they are often fake. Always purchase Juvederm Voluma treatments from a licensed professional.
Conclusion
If you’ve been seeking a way to combat age lines and hollowed cheeks, talk to your doctor. Your primary care physician can refer you to a dermatologist or other medical provider who specializes in dermal fillings.
Set up a consultation with a specialist before scheduling any treatments so you both can determine if Juvederm Voluma is right for you.