Plastic surgeons and cosmetic dermatologists weigh in.
, one of several hyaluronic acid-based injectables under Allergan's umbrella of Juvéderm fillers, has been a favorite option of dermatologists and plastic surgeons looking to add volume and contour to their patients'. And now, the formula has been approved by the FDA for a new indication: augmentation of the chin region.
"When assessing facial anatomy, the chin is a critical component to facial balance, yet it is often overlooked. Due to its distinct gel properties and product profile, Juvéderm Voluma XC is uniquely suitable to address this need," AbbVie senior vice president and Global Allergan Aesthetics president Carrie Strom said last weekannouncing that Juvéderm Voluma XC is the first and only filler of its kind to receive FDA approval for chin augmentation.
Although Juvéderm Voluma XC is now officially approved for this use, many dermatologists and plastic surgeons have already been using it off-label in the chin area. "For years, I have been using Voluma in the chin for patients who want to 'try out' what a chin implant will look like," California-based, board-certified facial plastic surgeon.
And that's completely understandable. "Compared to a chin implant, patients like the ease involved with the filler option," says Sunder, who explains that patients see themselves with a new chin in less than 20 minutes, with little pain, greater precision, easily covered bruising, and virtually no downtime. "With the implant, on the other hand, patients usually take off a week from work. It can take several weeks to months for the swelling to subside.
That said, Juvéderm Voluma XC is not a replacement for a very significant implant. "Voluma is really only for smaller chin enhancements," board-certified cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgeonof the procedure, which involves placing the filler atop the bone. "Using it for other needs results in a lot of filler, a lot of money, and an unnatural, rubbery, bally chin pad.
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