Juvederm®

Juvederm® is one of the most popular dermal fillers at APT Medical Aesthetics in Oakville — and it’s no surprise why. These gel fillers use hyaluronic acid (HA), a substance already found naturally in your body, to add natural volume, smooth deep lines, and plump and hydrate the skin, so you can look like you, but rested. That’s what so many of our GTA patients are looking for.

In this guide, we will walk you through what Juvederm is, how it works, what it treats, and why patients across Oakville and the GTA choose it at APT Medical Aesthetics.

What Is Juvederm®?

Juvederm® is an Allergan (AbbVie) product line of hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, used to smooth wrinkles, restore volume, and enhance facial features. HA is a naturally occurring sugar found in the skin that helps keep it hydrated and plump. As we age, our natural HA decreases, which can lead to volume loss and wrinkles.

Juvederm fillers are made with Vycross® technology, which cross-links HA to create a smooth, long-lasting gel. This technology allows Juvederm to provide natural-looking results that can last from 6 to 18 months, depending on the product used and the area treated.

Juvederm is approved by Health Canada and the FDA, and it has been used safely in millions of treatments worldwide. Because HA is a substance your body already makes, Juvederm is well tolerated, and hyaluronidase is available on-site at APT to dissolve the filler if needed.

What Does Juvederm® Treat?

Juvederm can be used to treat a number of different areas. It is most commonly used on the face, but it can also be used on the hands and other areas where volume has been lost. Areas it can treat include:

• Lips: Juvederm can add volume and definition to thin lips, and smooth lines around the mouth.
• Cheeks: Juvederm can restore volume in the cheeks and mid-face, lifting the face and softening smile lines.
• Smile lines (nasolabial folds): Juvederm softens the deep lines running from the nose to the corners of the mouth.
• Marionette lines: Juvederm smooths the lines running from the corners of the mouth toward the chin.
• Temples: Juvederm can restore fullness to hollow temples.
• Tear troughs: Juvederm can reduce the appearance of under-eye hollows and dark circles.
• Chin and jawline: Juvederm can add structure and definition to the chin and jawline.
• Nose: Juvederm can be used for a non-surgical nose reshaping, smoothing bumps and improving symmetry.
• Back of the hands: Juvederm can restore volume to aging hands, reducing the appearance of veins and tendons.

Juvederm Products at APT

We carry the following Juvederm® products at APT Medical Aesthetics:

• Juvederm® Ultra: A smooth gel for adding volume to the lips and smoothing moderate lines.
• Juvederm® Ultra Plus: A thicker gel for deeper lines and more volume.
• Juvederm® Voluma: Designed to add volume to the cheeks and mid-face, with results that can last up to two years.
• Juvederm® Volbella: A soft, smooth gel for the lips and for fine lines around the mouth.
• Juvederm® Volift: A versatile filler for the mid-face, smile lines, and jawline, with results that can last up to 18 months.

Your nurse injector will help you determine the best product for you based on the treatment area and your goals.

What is the Juvederm Treatment Process?

Your Juvederm journey begins with a consultation at APT Medical Aesthetics, where a nurse injector will assess your skin and discuss your goals.

• Consultation: Your injector will assess your skin, review your goals, and create a treatment plan designed around your needs.
• Preparation: On the day of treatment, the area is cleansed, and a numbing cream may be applied for your comfort. All Juvederm fillers also contain a local anaesthetic to keep you comfortable during the injections.
• Treatment: Juvederm is injected into the targeted areas using a fine needle or cannula. A session typically takes less than an hour.
• Results: You will see an immediate improvement after treatment. Results will continue to improve over a few days, as swelling subsides and the product settles.

Juvederm Aftercare and Recovery

After Juvederm, you may notice mild swelling, bruising, tenderness, or redness where the product was injected. These effects are common and usually resolve on their own within a week. Most patients return to work and everyday activities the same day or the following day.

To care for your skin after the injections, remember:

• Avoid sun exposure and intense heat
• Avoid saunas
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours
• Avoid taking aspirin, ibuprofen, and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, unless your doctor advises otherwise
• Apply a cool compress if needed to reduce swelling

How Long Does Juvederm Last?

Juvederm results can last from 6 to 18 months, depending on the product used and the area treated. Juvederm Voluma, for example, can last up to two years in the cheeks. Your injector will discuss how long you can expect your results to last at your consultation.

To maintain your results, most patients return for a touch-up treatment once a year, or as recommended by their injector.

Is Juvederm Safe?

Juvederm is approved by Health Canada and the FDA and carries an excellent safety profile when injected by an experienced provider. The most common side effects include swelling, tenderness, redness, bruising, and itching. Serious side effects are rare.

Because Juvederm is made of hyaluronic acid, a substance your body already makes, it is well tolerated. Hyaluronidase, an enzyme that can dissolve HA filler, is available on-site at APT, so you can feel confident knowing your care is in expert hands. The medical director at APT is a physician, and our lead nurse injector is a former hospital ICU nurse.

Why Choose APT Medical Aesthetics?

At APT Medical Aesthetics in Oakville, we are known for a less-is-more, natural approach to injectables. Our treatments are provided by experienced medical professionals — Registered Practical Nurses, Registered Nurses, an NP, and Dr. Brown as our medical director — so you can feel confident knowing you are in skilled hands.

We take a personalized approach to every Juvederm treatment. At your consultation, we will share our honest recommendations, and if Juvederm is not the right option for you, we will tell you. Our focus is on giving you the results you are looking for — not on selling a treatment.

Visit APT Medical Aesthetics in Oakville — we have earned awards in Oakville and served the GTA for over 15 years. We offer many popular treatments, including dermal fillers, Sculptra, Radiesse®, soft lift, and mind-body treatments.

Book Your Consultation

Ready to experience the Juvederm difference? Book your consultation today and discover how Juvederm can help you achieve natural, refreshed results.

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