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Juvéderm Recovery

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Juvéderm®, a hyaluronic acid filler, offers a non-surgical way to contour the face. Its minimally invasive nature means a short recovery. Just how short? We’ve got the details.

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Written By: Erin Storm, PA-C

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The Skinny

We all know the popularity of cosmetic injectables. On the wrinkle-reducing neurotoxin side, there is a Botox® and the like. On the filler side, hyaluronic acid (HA)-based fillers provide instant volume and enhancement with few side effects. Juvéderm® is a major player in the hyaluronic acid filler game and has an extensive line of products targeted to specific areas like Juvéderm® Ultra, Juvéderm® Voluma XC, Juvéderm® Vollure, and Juvéderm® Volbella. Hyaluronic acid works by pulling water into the injected area to smooth lines, augment volume, and even stimulate collagen production. It’s a triple threat! These facial fillers can act like a minimally invasive liquid facelift and can smooth creases (especially in the nasolabial folds), reduce fine lines, provide augmentation to targeted features, restore volume, and create natural-looking rejuvenation.

The Specifics

What to Expect During Juvéderm Recovery


Now that we know what Juvéderm® can do, what does this cosmetic procedure actually entail? Juvéderm® is a truly minimally invasive procedure. Twenty-four hours following your injections, you can expect to be back to the majority of your regular activities. In the minutes and first few hours following the injections you can expect redness, swelling, and achiness or tenderness at the treated area.

The Ultimate Juvéderm Recovery Timeline

Ok, let’s get into the nitty gritty of Juvéderm® recovery. Below, we’ll look at all the details from pre-procedure through when it’s time to schedule your maintenance injections.

Tips to Improve Your Juvéderm Recovery

Now that you know what to expect, let’s look at some ways you can improve your Juvéderm® experience and further minimize your quite minimal recovery time.

1. Cold Compresses

Icing immediately following your injection will reduce swelling and redness, meaning you can comfortably get back to your daily activities more quickly.

2. Elevate!

Keeping the injected area elevated keeps blood moving and lessens fluid accumulation that causes swelling. It also helps to ensure the product stays where it’s intended to.

3. Keep Your Heart Rate Down

The first 24 hours after your injections are a time for some self care and R&R. Skipping exercise and avoiding stress will have you looking and feeling as good as new as soon as possible.

Juvéderm Side Effects & Complications

Juvéderm® side effects include swelling, redness, bruising, and tenderness at the injection site. All will resolve within a few days to two weeks. Using the above tips will help with resolving these side effects even sooner.

More serious (and less common) complications of Juvéderm® include anaphylactic allergic reaction and intravascular (blood vessel) injection leading to tissue necrosis and, in severe cases, blindness. These complications can be life threatening and require immediate medical attention.

The Takeaway

Juvéderm® is a cosmetic treatment performed by a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist that can yield considerable results with little downtime. Unlike more invasive plastic surgery procedures with months of recovery time, Juvéderm® treatments have limited side effects and allow for the resumption of normal activities quite soon after your treatment session.
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