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JUVÉDERM™ is a 'next generation' family of smooth, long-lasting gel dermal fillers, and the latest advance in hyaluronic acid cosmetic filler technology. Over recent years, hyaluronic acid, a complex sugar already found naturally in the body, has become a favored compound for replenishing the areas of the face where the skin's volume and fullness has been lost.

JUVÉDERM™ is biosynthetic and of non-animal origin. No testing is required prior to administration. It has been proven to be safe and effective for skin of all types and colors.

The main difference between JUVÉDERM™ and other popular hyaluronic acid fillers is that JUVÉDERM™ has the highest concentration of hyaluronic acid, and is produced with a special formulation process that makes it smoother than that of other popular gels. JUVÉDERM™ lasts up to six months or longer, and as with other hyaluronic acid fillers, JUVÉDERM™ is gradually absorbed naturally into the body. JUVÉDERM™ is available in two formulations:

JUVÉDERM™ ULTRA: for contouring and volumizing average-depth depressions/wrinkles such as nasolabial folds, forehead wrinkles, glabellar lines, mild-to-moderate nasal and cheek furrows, and to plump up thin lips.

Like JUVEDERM™, JUVÉDERM™ ULTRA PLUS is a non-particle formulation of hyaluronic acid except more highly concentrated and cross-linked. This allows it to be an ideal substance to be injected into moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. It is particularly useful to replace fill in volume around the deeper folds of the nose and mouth.

If you would like more information, or if you would like to schedule a consultation with Dr. David Buchanan or Dr. Wesley Schooler to talk more about your cosmetic enhancement goals, please contact the Santa Barbara Plastic Surgery Center.

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Juvederm™ Case 1

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A natural substance in the skin called hyaluronic acid keeps our skin moist and full. As we age, our body produces less hyaluronic acid, causing our skin to wrinkle and crease as volume is lost.

Restylane®, a special form of hyaluronic acid is injected into the skin below wrinkles and creases where volume has been lost. Restylane® also can “plump up” lips for a fuller, more attractive look.

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Unlike some other fillers, Restylane® requires no skin test prior to treatment. Restylane® is used to restore fullness to lips, facial lines and nasolabial folds. Your face can often be restored to a smoother more youthful appearance in just one treatment. Results last 6 months and sometimes even longer. It’s quick and easy. The recovery time is minimal and the results are immediate.

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Perlane®, approved by the FDA in May 2007, is a "mid-dermal" hyaluronic acid filler product. Perlane® is designed for moderate to severe facial folds and wrinkles such as the nasolabial folds (smile lines) on the sides of the mouth. The hyaluronic acid gel particles in Perlane® are larger than those found in Restylane®. This gives Perlane® additional ability to lift and fill the areas of injection that require a denser formulation.

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Radiesse® is a new generation injectable dermal filler. Radiesse® is made of very tiny, smooth calcium hydroxylapetite (CaHA) microspheres. The microspheres (particles) form a scaffold through which your body's own collagen grows, and this produces the desired long-term effect. The results are immediate and last an average of 1 to 1.5 years. These advantages make Radiesse® an excellent and affordable choice for facial shaping and contouring.

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For the first three months after injection, Radiesse® initially performs as a filler substance by plumping up the skin. Then , due to its collagen-generating properties, Radiesse® actually stimulates new tissue development for extended correction for up to 12 to 24 months.