Voluma XC

When you are young, your cheeks are typically round and full. As you age, your cheeks may lose their youthful shape, volume, and you may notice your skin may begin to sag. Enter Juvederm Voluma XC!Expert Injector logo

JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC is a FDA-approved injectable gel specific for correction in the cheek area. It will enhance the volume of your cheeks, giving you a smoother, more natural looking contour and subtle lift for a more youthful look. Results can be seen the same day as your treatment!

VOLUMA XC is clinically proven to last up to 2 years for some patients. After 24 hours, you should be able to resume your normal activities.

Eileen’s Experience Counts: butterfly

Eileen has been injecting dermal fillers for over 20 years and uses Voluma XC for subtle cheek lifts and minor volume adjustments in the face. Eileen precisely places the product in each injection site to help her patients achieve a desired look. Eileen recommends that new patients make a complimentary consultation appointment to discuss the different treatment options and results that can be achieved with each dermal filler.

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Pre- and Post-Treatment Instructions

Pre-Treatment Instructions

7 Days Before Your Treatment (to prevent bruising): AVOID blood thinning over-the-counter medications such as Aspirin, Motrin, Ibuprofen, and Aleve. Also avoid herbal supplements such as Garlic, Vitamin E, Turmeric, Ginko Biloba, St. John’s Wart, and Omega-3 Fish Oil.

3 Days Before Your Treatment: AVOID topical products such as Tretinoin (Retin-A), Retinols, Retinoids, Glycolic Acid, Alpha Hydroxy Acid, or any “Anti-aging” products. Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or the use of hair removal cream on the area to be treated. 

24 Hours Before Your Treatment: AVOID alcoholic beverages and exercise (to limit risk of bruising).

You must be off any antibiotics for 3 days prior to your appointment. If this is not possible, you need to reschedule your appointment.

Do not use Dermal Fillers if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, are allergic to any of its ingredients, or suffer from any neurological disorders.

Day of Treatment

Notify your provider with any changes to your health history or medications (antibiotics, vitamins, supplement, etc) since your last appointment. This includes new autoimmune conditions, cancer treatments, recent vaccinations, and/or dental procedures. 

If you have previously suffered from cold sores, please inform your injector prior to or during your treatment. There is a chance the needle punctures could contribute to a recurrence. Prescription medication is available that may minimize recurrence of cold sores. 

Please do not wear makeup on the day of treatment on the area being treated.

To maximize your comfort during the procedure a topical anesthetic may be applied (especially when treating the lips), please arrive 30 minutes earlier than your appointment and inform the front desk staff.

During Your Treatment

Dermal Fillers are Hyaluronic Acid products that are injected into the skin to soften creases or folds, support areas of volume loss, or contour specific facial areas. Local numbing medications and ice may be used to maximize your comfort during the procedure. Most patients will have some mild discomfort typically associated with needle injections. 

Tips for Decreasing Bruising

Consume fresh pineapple (contains the enzyme bromelain). Bromelain is a naturally occurring anti-inflammatory that can decrease swelling, tenderness, pain, and bruising.

Start OTC Vitamin C 1, 000 mg supplements 2x/day (AM and PM) 1 week before your appointment. This will help strengthen the walls of your blood vessels. 

Consider starting OTC supplement Arnica the week of your appointment as it has been shown to decrease inflammation and bruising after treatment.

After Your Treatment

You may experience a mild to moderate amount of stinging or soreness post injection. You may also have some redness, swelling, or bruising. This will normally last less than 7 days. 

Some filler may feel firm and bumpy to the touch; it will begin to soften and feel better over the next few weeks. 

Ice should be used immediately after treatment to reduce swelling/bruising. Small bruises sometimes occur and should resolve in 5-10 days. You can also purchase Alastin’s InHance at Aesthetics By Eileen that can shorten the time of bruising. 

You may purchase Jane Iredale Corrective Colors palette to help camouflage all stages of bruising. Oxygenetix is available for purchase at Aesthetics By Eileen and can be used immediately post treatment to conceal signs of treatment. 

Please Avoid After Treatment

Do not rub or massage the treated area for 48 hours after your treatment.

Do not apply makeup or lipstick to the area treated until tomorrow. This will reduce your risk of infection or any other adverse reaction. 

Do not do strenuous exercise for 48 hours post treatment. This will minimize the risk of raising your blood pressure and therefore, reduce the risk of temporary bruising and infection. 

Avoid facials or saunas for 48 hours after your treatment.

Avoid alcohol for the next 48 hours to reduce risk of bruising. 

Do not plan any other facial treatments (Laser, Hydrafacial, Microneedling, etc) for the next 2 weeks.

Treatment Results/Expectations & Follow-Up

If you require more product to touch up/adjust your treatment results, it can be done after the full 14 days (after inflammation has resolved). 

**Please call the office if you experience significant pain, redness, or mottling (uneven reddened or discolored patches on the skin)**