Jeuveau is the newest version of botulinum toxin A, the same active ingredient in the original Botox Cosmetic. However, Jeuveau is primarily used to treat frown lines, while Botox may treat these along with other facial wrinkles. Jeuveau injection is an FDA-approved prescription medicine used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows in adults
One of the advantages of non-invasive injections is that there is no need for downtime or recovery! However, you should be careful not to rub the injection site as this can shift the filler and increase the risk of side effects. The most common side effects are bruising and swelling, but these should go away within a few days. If you are satisfied with the outcome, you can return every 3-4 months as the effects naturally wear off.
The FDA has approved Jeuveau injections for the treatment of moderate to severe glabellar lines (commonly known as "frown lines"). These lines start at the outer margins of the eyelids and go up over the forehead. Jeuveau injections can be used to address other facial wrinkles and overactive muscles, such as:
Tiny needles are used to inject Jeuveau. In most cases, patients only feel a slight pinch throughout the process.
Jeuveau patients are happy with the rapid turnaround time between treatments. In as little as 24 - 48 hours after a session, some people report feeling better. After only a week or two, you'll start to see the full effects, which can last for up to four months.
A Jeuveau treatment has no downtime, so you can get back to your regular routine as soon as you leave our office.
The duration of action of neuromodulators is roughly three to five months.
