Hyaluronic acid is a substance found naturally in the skin, which retains water in our body to maintain hydration and firmness of the skin. By decreasing the production of hyaluronic acid, the skin loses firmness.
Dermal fillers or fillers as they are commonly known, are composed of hyaluronic acid which is 100% resorbable. Allergan’s Juvederm line has fillers of different densities made exclusively for each area of the face, their formula incorporates lidocaine, an anesthetic. which provides the patient with greater comfort during and after treatment. They last between 12 to 18 months, depending on the patient’s metabolism and the area.
Areas to treat with hyaluronic acid:
Structure and support in the central part of the face
Redefinition of contours
Baggy eyes
nasal grooves
Volume and lip contour
Chin and mandibular contour