Facial Volumetry & Contouring (Hyaluronic Acid)

Facial volumetry and contouring uses cross-linked hyaluronic acid gel to replace the deep volume gradually lost from the cheeks, temples, chin and jawline with age. Because that volume loss is a major driver of sagging and deepening folds, restoring it in the right places often does more for a refreshed appearance than treating individual lines. At Jurenko Clinic the physician assesses the face as a whole — working to the clinic's principle of facial…

Numbing cream is applied first and most fillers also contain lidocaine for comfort. The gel is placed with a needle or, frequently, a blunt cannula to support deeper structures safely; results are visible immediately and continue to settle over one to two weeks as any initial swelling resolves. Mild swelling, tenderness or small bruises are normal for a few days. Hyaluronic acid volumetry typically lasts around twelve to eighteen months depending on the…