What is Juvéderm® Ultra?

Juvéderm® Ultra is an injectable advanced dermal filler, composed of hyaluronic acid ha, a substance naturally found within the skin’s connective tissue that supports hydration and skin elasticity. Juvéderm® Ultra is designed specifically for use in the lips and nasolabial folds to help treat fine lines, soften lines and wrinkles, and restore volume. With its smooth consistency, it enhances the natural shape of the lips while helping to erase deeper folds and correct severe nasolabial folds for a refreshed appearance.

Juvéderm® Ultra temporarily adds more volume to areas experiencing volume loss, including depressed areas around the mouth, while supporting overall facial rejuvenation.

Benefits of Juvéderm® Ultra

There are many benefits to choosing treatment with Juvéderm® Ultra including:

•         Enhanced volume to the lips
•         Smoothed out nasolabial folds and vertical lip lines
•         Nonsurgical treatment process
•         Immediate results that last

Who is a Good Candidate for Juvéderm® Ultra?

If you have noticed thinner, wrinkled lips and would like them to appear more youthful, Juvéderm® Ultra could be right for you. Juvéderm® Ultra is one of our favorite fillers within the ultra juvederm category for lip augmentation, as it helps the skin retain moisture while restoring youthful fullness. Its adaptable thickness allows providers to carefully customize treatment based on the treatment area, whether focusing on the lips, cheeks, or subtle enhancement of the mid face.

One benefit of Juvéderm® Ultra is that it can be built gradually to achieve your desired results, allowing your provider to take into account your facial anatomy, including areas such as the jaw, jawline, nose, and even surrounding facial structure, for balanced, natural-looking outcomes. Patients experiencing deeper concerns may benefit from products with a thicker formulation designed for more structural support in other areas of the body or face.

How is Juvederm Ultra Treatment Performed?

Most people experience little or no discomfort during Juvéderm® Ultra injections. However, a strong topical numbing agent can also be used to enhance comfort if desired. Using hyaluronic acid fillers, we prioritize patient safety at every step of the procedure while addressing concerns such as facial wrinkles, deep lines, smile lines, marionette lines, and perioral lines.

We will first make sure your lips are free from cosmetics or lip balm. Next, we will administer the Juvéderm® Ultra solution into specific areas of your lips, such as the corners or center of your top or bottom lip, as well as surrounding areas when appropriate to treat moderate signs of aging and focus on rejuvenating volume loss. This process focuses on adding volume and helping to restore contours for a smoother, more balanced appearance. The entire procedure takes less than 30 minutes, and you may resume your normal day immediately afterward.

Results of Juvéderm® Ultra

There is no required downtime after treatment with Juvéderm® Ultra. You may want to avoid drinking or eating hot liquids or foods after injection with Juvéderm fillers. You can expect some swelling and redness for the first several hours after treatment.

The results of Juvéderm® Ultra are immediate, providing plumper, smoother lips and noticeable improvement in contour and symmetry. Understanding the difference between various filler options can help ensure the most appropriate treatment plan is selected for your goals. Results can last for up to one year before a touch-up session is needed.

Your Juvederm Family Consultation in Baltimore, MD

During your consultation, Dr. Papel, Dr. Kontis, or Dr. Brown will be glad to answer all of your questions, including those pertaining to specific techniques that might affect your cost. We will also help you determine the best method of payment based on your needs and budget. Many times, we are able to offer specials that help patients maximize their cosmetic procedure dollars. On other occasions, we may recommend financing through a major credit card or low-interest financing through CareCredit® or Prosper® Health Care Lending.

If you are anxious to look and feel your best, contact the Aesthetic Center at Woodholme today to schedule your Juvederm® Ultra consultation. We proudly serve patients from Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Annapolis and the surrounding areas of Maryland.

Written by Dr. Emile Brown, reviewed by Dr. Theda Kontis