JUVÉDERM VOLLURE™ XC
FAQs
What is a dermal filler?
A dermal filler is an injectable gel made up of hyaluronic acid which is a molecule that attracts water. Hyaluronic acid is a molecule that is already in our body and in most moisturizers.
Dermal fillers are temporary but can last in most patients from 6 months to 2 years. The timeframe ranges in that way because it depends on the type of filler used, the patient’s metabolism and the area injected.
Dermal fillers are commonly injected into the nasolabial folds (smile lines), marionette lines, cheeks, lips and tear troughs (under the eyes
Most dermal fillers contain lidocaine which is used for numbing to help the treatment produce less discomfort. Although sometimes topical numbing creams or ice areapplied to the area prior to the injection to ease any type of uncomfortable sensation.
If you would like to find out if you’re a candidate for any of these fillers then please give us a call at
951-778-1111 or contact us online to set up a free consultation.