What Is JUVÉDERM Ultra XC?
JUVÉDERM Ultra XC is an injectable gel that temporarily adds more fullness and plumps thin lips—whether your lips have thinned over time or you simply want fuller lips—in adults over the age of 21.
What Is JUVÉDERM Ultra Plus?
JUVÉDERM Ultra Plus XC corrects moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the parentheses lines or smile/laugh lines around the nose and mouth, also known as nasolabial folds. It is injected into areas of facial tissue where moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds occur to temporarily add volume to the skin, which may give the appearance of a smoother surface.
What Are the Benefits?
JUVEDERM® Ultra XC is a crystal-clear gel that is injected directly into and around the lips using a small needle to temporarily add the desired range of fullness for lip enhancement in adults over the age of 21. The lidocaine in the gel improves the comfort of the injection by reducing sensitivity to pain.
JUVÉDERM® Ultra Plus XC is injected into areas of facial tissue where moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds occur to temporarily add volume to the skin, which may give the appearance of a smoother surface.
Their benefits include:
- Minimally invasive
- Concentrated HA for maximized facial lift
- Natural-looking and long-lasting results
Are There Any Risks?
The most commonly reported side effects are temporary injection-site redness, swelling, pain/tenderness, firmness, lumps/bumps, bruising, itching, and discoloration, which last up to 7 days.
How Long Does the Treatment Take?
Treatment typically takes less than an hour. Results can be seen immediately after treatment, with optimal results usually being seen after a couple weeks.
What Is the Downtime After Treatment?
There is no downtime, so you can walk out of our office and get on with your day!