If you want to look younger and restore the volume of your skin without plastic surgery, then you may want to consider dermal fillers at Oceana Luxe Medspa in Corpus Christi, TX. Fillers are an excellent aesthetic treatment that can be adapted to meet all of your beauty goals. In just one simple 20-minute appointment, you can have youthful-looking results that last for up to 12 months or longer. But what filler is right for you?
What Are the Right Dermal Fillers for You?
Several different types of fillers are classified by the ingredients in the product formula. For example, some fillers use calcium microspheres, which create a more firm texture beneath the skin. By far the most popular fillers are formulated with hyaluronic acid, which can be found in brands such as Juvederm. This brand has several dermal fillers formulated at different densities to meet your aesthetic needs.
Identifying which dermal fillers are best for you will depend entirely on your anti-aging or contouring goals. During your consultation, we will examine your skin condition and discuss your aesthetic concerns. We will pay special attention to your level of skin laxity or volume loss to identify which filler will restore your skin volume most effectively. Your Juvederm dermal fillers may include:
Juvederm XC
Juvederm XC is the original Juvederm product infused with lidocaine so you are comfortable during your treatment. This particular filler is ideal for lines and wrinkles around the nose and mouth, and may also be used for vertical lip lines. The results of this filler can last up to one year at a time.
Juvederm Ultra XC
Juvederm Ultra XC is a denser formula that is designed to restore lip volume and contour the lips. Importantly, this filler can be used in delicate areas of the face to drastically increase skin volume, including areas such as the lines around the mouth and the tear troughs beneath the eyes. The results of this filler can last for at least 12 months.
Vollure XC
Vollure XC is an exceptional dermal filler that uses a dense formula to subtly, yet effectively restore the youthful appearance of your skin. This formula is ideal for those who have moderate to severe lines around the nose and mouth. You can expect the results of this treatment to last for up to 18 months.
Voluma XC
Unlike many other dermal fillers, Volume XC can be used on the cheeks to dramatically increase the volume of the mid-face to reduce hollowness, skin laxity, and wrinkles. Treating the cheeks can be difficult because the loss of skin volume in this area can be severe. However, Voluma has a unique formula profile that remains stable in the cheeks to increase skin volume on all areas, including the apex of the cheeks, the apple of the cheeks, and the hollows of the cheeks. The results of this particular filler can last for up to two years.
Volbella XC
This dermal filler is designed to be used on the lips to reduce volume loss and lines or wrinkles on the lips or even around the mouth. Volbella XC is ideal if you want to enjoy subtle results with softer-looking lines and wrinkles. Although this treatment can increase lip volume, it’s truly most compatible for treating lipstick lines, smoker’s lines, and other perioral lines. The results can last for six to 12 months.
Can You Pick Multiple Fillers?
Yes. Depending on what your goals are, it may be a good option for you to pick multiple Juvederm fillers to meet your aesthetic needs. By selecting more than one filler, you will be able to treat each area of the face with the ideal amount of volume to restore your appearance or contour your face.
For example, because Juvederm Ultra has more density, it may be a better opinion than Volbella because it drastically increases lip volume; it may be a good idea to combine this filler with the original Juvederm filler to treat other areas of the face, such as the cheeks. Mixing and matching your Juvederm dermal fillers will ensure each of your aesthetic goals is met.
What Can You Expect From Treatment?
In general, you can expect any Juvederm treatment to take about 20 minutes to complete. These treatments consist of several small injections placed into targeted low-volume areas of the face until the formula can artificially increase skin volume and smooth away visible signs of aging. Your treatment will be very comfortable because of the lidocaine incorporated into the product; additionally, you may also request to use a topical numbing cream during your treatment.
For this treatment, it’s common to need about one syringe of a single filler product to achieve your desired goals. If you are using multiple filters, then you will likely not need a full syringe to correct skin laxity and wrinkles. The goal of this treatment is to restore your appearance in a natural-looking way, so only the ideal amount of filler will be injected into the sub-dermal layers of your skin to achieve your desired results.
Preparation
Preparing for a dermal filler treatment is fairly simple. You will need to temporarily stop using blood-thinning medications and supplements for at least five to seven days before your treatment. You may also need to stop using chemical exfoliants and irritating products like retinol for a few days before and after your treatment. Before your appointment, be sure that your skin is in good condition, meaning you do not have any active skin infections, flareups, or conditions.
Aftercare
After your treatment, you should be careful to avoid touching or rubbing your face for at least 24 hours. This includes washing your face, so you may want to only use a cotton ball and micellar water to dab your face on the night of your appointment. You should avoid hot water, steam, strenuous activity, sleeping on your face, and direct contact with sunlight for at least one to two weeks.
When Will You See Results?
Most people will see immediate results after a dermal filler treatment. This treatment works by injecting gel into the sub-dermal layers of the skin to create artificial skin volume, so your aesthetic expert will be able to watch your skin volume increase in real-time so you can have ideal results. Your results will continue to improve as the filler settles over the next day or so after your treatment. You will likely see optimal results about one week after your treatment.
How Long Should Results Last?
On average, most Juvederm dermal fillers will last for up to 12 months before you need another treatment. For this reason, many patients like to schedule annual appointments once a year to touch up results. By having regular treatments, you will be able to more effectively maintain long-lasting, seamless results and further delay the natural aging process.
Maintaining Results
Like any other aesthetic treatment, maintaining the results of your treatment will ultimately come down to how well you can take care of your skin. Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler, which means it may be more vulnerable to factors such as unprotected sun exposure, which can prematurely break down the filler formula. You are encouraged to wear SPF 30 or 40 when you plan to be outside to maintain your desired results and prevent the loss of skin volume in other areas of the face.
What About Other Injectable Treatments?
Depending on your aesthetic goals, using other injectable treatments may also be useful. A dermal filler is designed to increase the volume of your skin, but this may only be helpful for reducing the appearance of static wrinkles on the mid and lower face. Dynamic wrinkles on the upper face, on the other hand, may respond better to injectable treatments such as Botox. Combining these treatments may be the best way to achieve your desired results.
Find the Right Filler for You Today
The right filler for your needs will be determined by your goals and the condition of your skin. Whether you want a subtle rejuvenation or you want to dramatically reduce visible signs of aging, Juvederm fillers are an excellent option since there are many specialized formulas to choose from and because the results can last for 12 months or longer. Contact us at Oceana Luxe Medspa in Corpus Christi, TX to schedule your consultation for Juvederm fillers and other injectable treatments today.
