Everything from the passage of time to your daily habits and genetics determines how your skin ages. And while issues like lost volume and wrinkles are normal parts of aging, that doesn’t mean you have to live with changes that annoy you.
If you’d like to turn the clock back on your complexion without the risks or hassle of surgery, consider dermal fillers. Our expert team at Bethel Family Medicine in Brockton, Massachusetts, offers cosmetic fillers, including Juvéderm®, to create an appearance you’re more confident about.
Here’s a closer look at this quick, in-office treatment, including benefits you can anticipate.
Some instances of low facial volume are genetic. Relatively thin lips, for example, may run in your family. Regardless, all skin loses volume over time.
As you age, your skin produces less collagen, a protein that creates a supple look. The collagen you have breaks down over time, making way for sagging, wrinkles, and hollows.
Factors that accelerate skin aging include smoking, drinking alcohol in excess, sleep loss, chronic stress, and tanning or spending lots of time in the sun without protection.
Like most dermal fillers, Juvéderm instantly fills in or adds volume to the saggy, loose, and wrinkled areas of your skin. The fluid contains hyaluronic acid, a substance your body produces that attracts and retains moisture. Juvéderm fillers also contain the numbing agent lidocaine to guard against discomfort.
During your treatment, your provider injects the filler into your treatment areas. Juvéderm fillers can enhance numerous facial areas, including your cheeks, lips, and jawline. They can also smooth wrinkles on your face and hands.
Unlike other treatments, such as Botox® and laser skin rejuvenation, Juvéderm filler results are immediate. While you may walk away with some temporary swelling and redness, you won’t have to wait for the plumpness or smoothness you’re seeking to unfold.
These results last for months. A study conducted by Juvéderm showed that 90-98% of people who received Juvéderm treatment were pleased with their results 3-6 months later. Some people even found their cosmetic filler results last for a full year or longer.
Your provider will determine the best dermal filler treatment plan for you based on your desired results and the state of your skin. To best reach your goals, they may also recommend a complementary treatment, such as Botox.
To learn more or get started with dermal filler treatment, contact Bethel Family Medicine today at 508-588-1200. We’d love to help you feel more vibrant and confident when you look in the mirror.
