Juvéderm in Queens, NY

Juvéderm is made of hyaluronic acid, a substance your skin naturally produces to hold onto moisture. Once injected beneath the skin, it attracts water and fills the treated area, making it fuller. That’s the opposite of how Botox works, since Botox relaxes muscle instead of adding volume. That’s why the two are often used together. Botox treats lines caused by muscle movement. Juvéderm treats volume loss or adds fullness to the lips. Juvéderm has been FDA-approved since 2010. It typically lasts about a year before a touch-up is needed.

The gel is injected with a very thin needle at specific points. A numbing cream is available if you’d like one, though most patients describe only brief discomfort. There’s no downtime, so you can go straight back to your day. The results are visible right away, and they keep settling in over the following days.

Your cosmetic dentist will ask a short set of screening questions before injecting Juvéderm. They’ll ask whether you’re pregnant or breastfeeding. They’ll ask about medications or supplements you take, especially blood thinners. They’ll also ask about known allergies or a history of significant scarring. Answer honestly, since it’s for your safety. It’s also completely normal to ask about your provider’s experience with the treatment beforehand.

Common side effects after a Juvéderm treatment are mild and short-lived:

• Temporary puffiness that resolves within a few days.
• Bruising or redness around the injection site.
• Tenderness or itching near the treated area.
• Small, firm bumps that typically smooth out on their own.

Expect results to last around a year. In the first day or two, avoid too much heat, alcohol, hard exercise, and long sun exposure. Wear sunscreen daily going forward. Contact CitiDental of Woodhaven if you notice ongoing swelling, fever, or unusual pain during the first week. These are rare but worth checking on.