Voluma XC - Skin and Laser Center - Danville, CA | La Vie MD

Voluma XC

Introduction

Voluma XC is a gel implant (dermal filler) that is injected into specific areas of facial tissue. This dermal filler is comprised of a collagen-boosting compound called hyaluronic acid. This ingredient helps to fill in lost volume to the injected areas. In particular, this filler is best for targeting sunken cheeks, restoring volume to renew definition and plumpness.

How it works

Juvederm voluma xc is injected into the cheek area to add volume. The hyaluronic acid in it attracts and binds water molecules, which helps to add hydration and volume to the skin.
The results it gives out are immediate and can last up to two years. With just one treatment, you can achieve long-lasting results.

Benefits

It has several benefits, It helps to correct age-related volume loss in the cheeks. It also lifts and adds fullness to the cheek area, giving you a more youthful appearance. The injection process is quick and easy, and there is no downtime required after the treatment. It also helps to stimulate the body’s collagen production.

Collagen is a protein that gives the skin its structure and support. As we age, our collagen levels naturally decrease, which can lead to wrinkles and sagging skin.

After treatment, You’ll notice the results immediately.

FAQs

With optimal treatment, results may last up to 2 years.

Patients treated with Juvederm Voluma may experience slight pain as with any injectable treatment. The use of a topical anesthetic makes the treatment extremely tolerable.

No allergy testing is needed. However, if you have experienced an allergy to lidocaine in the past, inform your provider as treatment might not be appropriate for you.

All skin types can typically be treated. However, it is contraindicated for patients with severe allergies, manifested by a history of anaphylaxis or history or presence of multiple severe allergies, and a history of allergies to gram-positive bacterial proteins or lidocaine.