Juvéderm Lip Filler: Is It Right For You?
If you are considering lip fillers, it is easy to get overwhelmed by the wide variety of options on the market. Choosing a suitable dermal filler for your aesthetic goals can be a daunting process, but a little research can help you get started. Juvéderm lip filler is among the most popular fillers currently available for lips specifically.
Juvéderm Ultra XC is typically used for volumizing the lips, while Juvéderm Volbella XC can treat issues like wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging near the lips.
Getting Juvéderm lip fillers is a non-invasive and low-risk treatment that yields immediate results. If you are considering Juvéderm as your filler of choice, we will provide a breakdown of the basics below to help you decide whether it’s right for you.
How Does Juvéderm Lip Filler Work?
Juvéderm has two forms explicitly made for the lips: Juvéderm Ultra XC for augmentation and Juvéderm Volbella XC for vertical lip lines (Juvéderm Volbella XC can also add volume, although results may not be as dramatic). Juvéderm Ultra XC is more likely to be used as a filler, but your practitioner might recommend an alternative depending on your specific needs.
Juvéderm Ultra XC has been FDA-approved since 2000 and contains a combination of water, hyaluronic acid (HA), and a local anesthetic called lidocaine. HA is a naturally-occurring substance in the body that serves as a moisturizing and cushioning agent. The combination of water and HA makes a gel-like substance that plumps the lips by adding volume under the skin surface.
A thicker version of Juvéderm called Juvéderm Ultra Plus XC can help with lip augmentation while simultaneously treating severe cases of wrinkles, folds, and fine lines. Sometimes, Juvéderm Ultra Plus XC can be used for more dramatic facial contouring.
What Happens During Juvéderm Injections?
First, your practitioner applies a numbing cream to your lips for your comfort. Then, they administer injections to the lips. While you may feel a mild pinching sensation, the treatment is typically highly tolerable. Times vary depending on patient need, but the process usually takes no more than 30 minutes.
Your practitioner will send you home with aftercare instructions, which you should follow closely. You may need to apply an ice pack regularly to prevent swelling. While most patients need to avoid strenuous exercise and lip products for 24 hours, you can resume most daily activities right away.
Who Is A Good Candidate For Juvéderm Lip Filler?
Anyone who wants to add volume to the lips is theoretically a good candidate for Juvéderm, but no single filler is suitable for everyone. Before receiving lip injections, you will have a consultation with a qualified practitioner. You will discuss your goals and medical history to ensure the procedure will be safe and effective for you.
Juvéderm is safe for most healthy adults. When administered by a qualified professional, Juvéderm can add volume to the lips and reduce fine lines and wrinkles near the mouth. Results are instantaneous, and patients maintain results for up to one year on average.
However, long-term results vary from individual to individual, and not everyone reacts well to Juvéderm. If you have had a previous adverse reaction to a similar filler, your practitioner may recommend alternative forms of lip augmentation.
What Risks Are Associated With Juvéderm Lip Filler?
Juvéderm injections are considered a very low-risk treatment – especially if you work with a qualified professional and follow aftercare instructions closely. Some patients may experience mild swelling and bruising after the injection, but this should clear up independently and does not require medical treatment.
In very rare cases, patients may experience more severe complications, including:
- Bleeding and extreme pain at the injection site
- Asymmetrical lips
- Tissue death
- Infection
- Excessive swelling
Most complications can be treated with prompt medical intervention or follow-up treatment. The best way to avoid complications is to work with a reputable provider and follow all aftercare instructions closely.
The Bottom Line
Most healthy adults can safely receive Juvéderm injections to add volume to the lips while reducing wrinkles, fine lines, and signs of aging. The treatment carries minimal risk, and results are instantaneous and last up to a year. That being said, no filler is right for everyone. A consultation with a professional can help you determine whether Juvéderm would meet your goals.
Ready to get started? BLUSH’s practitioners have extensive experience administering Juvéderm and similar lip fillers. Book a consultation today to talk over your options.