Juvederm Dissolved Within 7 Days? Tri Valley Plastic Surgery

I have had almost 2ml Juvederm Ultra 4 injected in my marionette and nasolabial lines to miraculous effect. The day after (once the swelling had subsided) I was completely thrilled with the results. With every passing day, however, the results declined - and where originally I could feel the "pockets" of filler like a thickening under my skin - this was completely dissolving. Seven days now, and not a trace left. Pictures before and after filler are identical. What happened?

Juvederm Results Not Seen After One Week

Thanks for your question. Sorry to hear that you haven't had a more positive experience. Juvederm is a hylauronic acid filler that softens non-dynamic (think wrinkles not caused by muscles) wrinkles. Typically patients experience some swelling post-treatment that can last anywhere from a day or two to a week. Usually after this swelling subsides patients have a stable improvement in their wrinkles for anywhere from 6 months to a year. It is a little unusual that you don't seem to have lasting results. Sometimes variations in metabolism or depth that the product was injected can make the length of improvement vary. Certainly a week is too quick. Talk to your injector and review the photos. I hope this helps.

Juvéderm is a family of hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers manufactured by Allergan. Different formulations address different concerns — Voluma for mid-face volume, Vollure for nasolabial folds, and Ultra/Ultra Plus for lips and perioral lines. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body that attracts and retains moisture, providing both volume and hydration. Results are immediate and typically last 6–18 months depending on the product and treatment area. HA fillers can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if needed.

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