It usually takes a few days for lip filler swelling to go down. I tell my patients to give it a full week before assessing the results. You will have some swelling immediately from the injection itself and then will see a bit more swelling throughout that day and evening. When you first rise in …
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Juvederm lip filler lasts between six to nine months for some people and between 12 to 18 months for others. Some people have a faster metabolism and burn through filler very quickly. Also, the lips are very mobile and vascular, which can make filler dissipate quicker than in other parts of the face. What is …
Russian lips are the result of injecting filler in the lips to increase the height of the lips and to give definition to the lip borders. This technique gives a very voluptuous look to the lips that has become very popular on social media. How are Russian lips different? Russian lips have more definition in …
To get rid of deep forehead wrinkles, a combination of Botox, fillers, and resurfacing with a C02 laster or even a non-ablative fractional laster typically helps. Botox needs to be redone every three to four months, but it works well at relaxing those muscles that create the forehead wrinkles. Fillers can fill in lines that …
How often you can get Juvederm largely depends on the type of Juvederm you get and the goals you are trying to achieve. Here’s a quick guide. On average, Juvederm lasts about 9 to 12 months, and that’s if we’re talking about the ultra or ultra plus. Can you get it sooner than that? Sure. …
The longest lasting Juvederm for lips is Juvederm Ultra and Juvederm Ultra Plus. They last about the same length of time, so it’s just a matter of patient preference regarding texture. One is a little more firm and lasts about nine months, plus or minus, with some people being able to get a full year …
Juvederm is a filler that is a relatively painless procedure that is dependent on whether numbing cream is used and on the skill of your injector. If the injector is not gentle and uses a lot of force on the plunger of the needle, this forces filler to be injected too quickly which can be …
How long soft tissue fillers last depends on which fillers are used, and your own body’s metabolism. There are so many different kinds of fillers. There are ones that are super soft for filling the teeny, tiny little lines. However, because they are so soft, they tend to break down faster. These can last anywhere …
What determines how long a lip filler lasts is its consistency, or what we call G prime. The thicker the consistency, the longer it’s going to last. But you have to balance this, especially in the lip, with what is going to feel good in your lips. It should feel soft and natural, versus just …
The cost of chin augmentation depends on the type of procedure involved. The chin can be augmented in three ways; dermal fillers, fat transfer, or implants, each with different costs associated with them. Here’s a quick guide. How much do chin implants cost? The cost of chin implants vary by region and physician. In Houston, …
Cheek augmentation with Juvederm Voluma can last up to 18 months, while a cheek implant is permanent. There are three types of cheek augmentation procedures, each with varying lifespans. Here’s a quick guide. How can I augment my cheeks? You can augment your cheeks cosmetically with soft tissue fillers or surgically with implants or fat …
Yes, you can kiss after lip fillers, though your lips may be tender. Plump pouty lips have become one of the most coveted facial features in the last decade. Fuller lips are an anti-aging procedure, even though many women in their 20’s seek out the treatment. Here’s a quick guide. Can you kiss after lip …
Lasting up to 2 years, soft tissue fillers are injectables that replace lost volume in the face caused by aging, collagen loss, sun exposure, rapid weight loss or illness. Some patients choose soft fillers to build or sculpt the face, creating new contours. Because of the immediate results, this procedure is a much sought after …
When it comes to your lips, Juvederm is a safe way to add volume while maintaining a natural look. Juvederm is a well known and respected collection of 5 different dermal fillers that plump, smooth and contour areas of the face. Using a modified hyaluronic acid, these gel-like injectables replace naturally occurring hyaluronic acid that …
Soft tissue fillers (also called dermal fillers) are a very popular treatment among men and women of all ages. At my facial plastic surgery practice in Houston, I use many different types of injectable fillers to volumize areas of a patient’s face or diminish the appearance of wrinkles, creases, fine lines, and even acne scars. …