Both JUVÉDERM® and Restylane are hyaluronic acid based the smooth gel fillers that Dr. Koyama uses to instantly smooth away wrinkles around your mouth, nose and tear trough. Dr. Koyama choose to use these dermal fillers because their main component, hyaluronic acid is a natural complex sugar that bolsters skin elasticity, providing a smooth and supple appearance. With just one treatment, you’ll get smooth and natural-looking results. However, these materials gradually absorb in four months to nine months, making a periodic re-injection necessary. The benefits may last even longer if you have a follow-up treatment a few weeks after the first treatment.

Side effects with these dermal fillers are rare, but may include redness, tenderness, or pain at the injection site. If these occur, they usually subside within three days. Rarely, discoloration may occur, but this is reversible. Firmness, swelling, bumps and bruises are also rare side effects, and should subside within seven days.