Volbella is now the first and only FDA-approved dermal filler for use in the tear trough area.
What is Juvederm Volbella XC?
When administered in the eye area, Volbella can last longer than expected.
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How is it different from other fillers?
This specific chemical makeup points to why Volbella was specifically selected for the FDA indication.
How is the new FDA label different?
But now with the new indication, physicians are able to be trained in proper usage.
“Volbella was actuallyconditionally approved by the FDAfor the infraorbital hollows in 2021,” says Dr. Alexiades.
From there, Allergan assigned a general safety panel to investigate best practices and establish specific treatment requirements.
That’s longer than the typical hyaluronic acid filler lifespan of eight to 12 months.
The injection technique used during the FDA trials is also important, says Dr. Alexiades.
Why are tear troughs so tricky to treat?
“When you talk about the trough itself, that’s something that [changes] as we age.
Who’s a good candidate for Volbella?
“Another nice thing about filler is that we can use it to treat all skin types.”
Not everybody’s a good candidate for tear trough filler, though, says Dr. Woodward.
How will Volbella improve patient results?
What are the risks of Volbella, and how much does it cost?
Luckily, only a conservative amount of filler is needed for the tear trough area.
Prospective patients can contact theirboard-certified dermatologistor plastic surgeon for a consultation and pricing.
What does the new label mean for the future?
Volbella is currently the only FDA-approved filler for the region.
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