Juvederm is a procedure with very mild side effects and risks. At the site of injection, Juvederm patients may feel a slight sting, observe redness, or mild soreness or itching. The side effects of Juvederm are not more pronounced than any other injection procedure. Due to the natural base of the active ingredient, hyaluronic acid, an allergic reaction to Juvederm is very rare. Other dermal fillers, such as Botox and other animal devised products, are far more likely to cause allergic reactions in patients.

With any cosmetic surgery procedure, patients interested in Juvederm should seek a licensed professional for care. Make sure to review your individual medical history with the Juvederm administrator to avoid any adverse reactions. Juvederm has not been tested for safety in conjunction with pregnancy, anyone on immuno-suppresive therapy, or for long term use.

A licensed cosmetic procedure professional is also important for the Juvederm service itself. It takes special training and expertise to know the correct location for a Juvederm injection. Juvederm should not be injected in a blood vessel, an area of broken skin, or into a cyst, hive, or pimple. The properties of Juvederm may cause complications when injected into these sites.

While Juvederm should not be used immediately before or after other cosmetic procedures, such as laser treatments or chemical peels, it is safe to use make up within a few hours of the service. The reduction in wrinkle appearance should last between 8-12 weeks, depending on the severity of contrast in the treated skin. Patients can help prolong the effects of Juvederm by maintaining proper levels of hydration. The cost of an average Juvederm procedure varies by area, and each session can cost from a couple hundred dollars to nearly a thousand. Health insurance does not cover Juvederm procedures.