Juvederm Ultra XC

Also known as: Juvederm Ultra, Juvederm Ultra XC, Ultra XC

Neurotoxins & Dermal Fillers

AI Aesthetician Summary

1. What Is Juvederm Ultra XC?

Juvederm Ultra XC is a sterile, biodegradable, non-pyrogenic, viscoelastic gel implant composed of cross-linked hyaluronic acid (HA) from a non-animal source. It is manufactured by Allergan Aesthetics (an AbbVie company) using its proprietary Hylacross™ technology, w...

Treatment Details

Targets

Concerns:Thin Lips Nose-to-mouth Lines Marionette Lines Wrinkles Loss of Volume Barcode Lip Lines

Areas:Lip, Cheek, Mouth, Chin

Tissues:Skin (Epidermis, Dermis), Subcutaneous Fat

Longevity:6-9 Months

How it Works

Duration:30 minutes

Anesthesia:Topical (e.g., Numbing Cream)

Pain Level:Mild

Techniques:Injection

Technique Notes:Hyaluronic acid gel is injected with a needle or cannula into selected facial planes to restore contour, hydration, or definition.

Session Notes:Most patients start with one session; refinement or maintenance may be planned once swelling settles. Longevity varies by product, area, dose, and metabolism.

Post Treatment

Downtime:1 day

Post-care:Avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol, excessive heat, and massaging the treated area for 24 hours unless instructed otherwise. Use cold compresses for swelling or bruising and contact the provider for severe pain, discoloration, or signs of infection.

Risks:Temporary redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising, asymmetry, lumps, nodules, infection, allergic reaction, vascular occlusion, tissue injury, or unsatisfactory result. Risk depends on product, anatomy, dose, and injector technique.

Additional Information

Invasiveness:Minimally Invasive

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