What to Expect
JUVÉDERM Ultra Plus is injected into the lips or mid and deep layers of facial tissue where more severe facial wrinkles and folds occur to add volume temporarily. The treatment itself involves a series of small injections under the skin to strategically plump targeted areas.
The dermal filler contains lidocaine to help make the injections as comfortable as possible. However, some minor discomfort, pressure, or pinching may be felt during the procedure. The treatment typically takes around 30-60 minutes, depending on how much volume restoration is needed. Most patients do not require any type of anesthesia beyond the lidocaine mixed in the product.
Immediately after your procedure, you may experience some temporary swelling, redness, and tenderness around the injection sites. This typically resolves within a few days as the filler settles. Full effects of the dermal filler become visible after about 2 weeks as the hyaluronic acid integrates into the skin and provides natural-looking volume. Results from JUVÉDERM Ultra Plus last up to one year. Touch-up’s may be needed to maintain fullness as the product breaks down over time.
Risks & Side Effects of Dermal Filler Injectables
The most commonly reported side effects of JUVÉDERM Ultra Plus injectable gels were temporary injection-site redness, swelling, pain/tenderness, firmness, lumps/bumps, bruising, itching, and discoloration. These are typically mild side effects and resolve themselves after a few days. Additional risks and side effects include:
- Bruising
- Bleeding
- Pain
- Redness
- Infection
- Allergic reaction
- Nodule formation
- Skin necrosis (rare)
