JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel

Juvederm: New Clinical Studies
Juvederm Multicenter Study
Juvederm Ultra Plus: 1-Yr Duration
Lips At A Glance
Lip Enhancement

by Peter T. Pacik, MD, FACS

JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel is a hyaluronic acid filler made by Allergan for the correction of facial wrinkles and volume deficiency of the face. JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel received FDA clearance June 5, 2006.

The company makes two types of JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel: JUVEDERM™ Ultra Injectable Gel is used for fine lines and wrinkles and for lip enhancement. JUVEDERM™ Ultra Plus Injectable Gel is a thicker substance useful for volume deficiency such as depressions, correction of nasolabial folds and mid-face collapse.

JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel is of non-animal origin and is highly biocompatible. It does not require prior testing. JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel offers the highest concentration of cross-linked hyaluronic acid available in a dermal filler which results in a longer duration of results. In addition, JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel contains 24 mg hyaluronic acid per ml whereas Restylane contains 20 mg/ml. Originally, Allergan promoted JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel as lasting 6 to 9 months whereas Restylane typically lasts 4 to 6 months. Recent clinical studies (June 2007) show that JUVEDERM™ Ultra Injectable Gel and JUVEDERM™ Ultra Plus Injectable Gel may last for up to a year.

Hyaluronic acid is a natural complex sugar found in all living organisms and creates volume and elasticity in the skin.

In a clinical study frequently quoted in the medical literature, JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel was compared to Zyplast in a randomized controlled clinical study of 439 subjects. JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel dermal filler was found to last longer than Zyplast over the 6 month course and 88% of the subjects favored Juvederm. JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel has not yet been compared to Restylane in a clincial study.

Fees for Facial Fillers:

Restylane®: $500 per 1 cc syringe (Includes local anesthesia)
Perlane®:     $550 per 1 cc syringe (Includes local anesthesia)
JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel: 
      $500 per 0.8 cc Ultra syringe (Includes local anesthesia)
      $550 for the first 0.8 cc Ultra Plus syringe (Includes local anesthesia)
      $500 for the second 0.8 cc Ultra Plus syringe (Includes local anesthesia)
Radiesse®: 
      $550 for the first 1.5 cc syringe (Includes local anesthesia)
      $450 for the second 1.5 cc syringe (Includes local anesthesia)
      $350 for the third 1.5 cc syringe (Includes local anesthesia)
Fat Grafting: Varies, needs to be determined at time of consultation.

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The Plastic Surgery Center of Manchester, New Hampshire specializes in cosmetic plastic surgery, including body lifts, breast enlargements, breast lifts, breast reductions, eyelid surgery, ear surgery, facelifts, fat grafting, liposuction, neck and chin surgery, rhinoplasty (nose surgery), surgery after massive weight loss, and tummy tucks. We also offer facial rejuvenation (chemical peels, dermabrasion, Obagi Blue Peels, Glycolic Peels, Microdermabrasion), injectables and facial fillers (BOTOX® Cosmetic, Radiesse®, JUVEDERM™ Injectable Gel, Perlane® and Restylane®) and advanced skin care to patients from all over New England (Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts). While no responsible practitioner gives guarantees for the work they do on the human body, we can at least reassure you that you will receive the expertise and dedication of over 30 years in practice. Our patients become an important part of our family and we try to get to know each patient individually and customize their treatment to meet their desires.