With Aquamid being only available in Europe because of the FDA’s lengthy process of approving the drug, the next best facial filler is Juvederm ® because while Artecoll ® is similar to Aquamid ® in that it lasts 10 years it’s only approved to be used in the nasolabial folds. Juvederm can be used to fill in almost anything on the face, including lips, cheek, and other areas of the face.
Is it worth it to fly over to Europe to get Aquamid injected instead of getting Juvederm locally?
The True Cost Of Getting Aquamid
Aquamid is only available in Europe, and is commonly used in London. The airfare to London, cost of the hotel, cost of food, and how long of a stay greatly impacts this cost. A frugal estimate would be $2000-$3000 just to stay in London for 5 days. The actual cost of the procedure can vary, but the average is about the same as a face lift which is $5000.
It’s going to be expensive, above $5000. But, the filler will last up to 10 years.
The True Cost of Getting Juvederm
The average cost of getting Juvederm done is $690. Wherever you live in the United States, it’s easy to find a plastic surgeon or dermatologist within driving distance. Also the filler will last up to two years.
If you were to get new injections every two years, that would cost you $3450. That’s significantly less than one injection of Aquamid.
Over 10 years
Aquamid is the more expensive choice, and it may be FDA approved in the near future as clinical trials started in August of 2006. With Juvederm costing thousands less initially and over time clearly the cost winner is Juvederm.
Juvederm is cheaper, but only a Doctor can tell you which facial filler is right for you.