What is it?

JUVEDERM Ultra injectable gel is a colorless hyaluronic acid gel that is injected into facial tissue to smooth wrinkles and folds, especially around the nose and mouth. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring sugar found in the human body. The role of hyaluronic acid in the skin is to deliver nutrients, hydrate the skin by holding in water, and to act as a cushioning agent. It dissolves naturally with time and does not require any allergy testing.

How is it used?

JUVEDERM Ultra injectable gel is injected into areas of facial tissue where moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds occur. JUVEDERM Ultra injectable gel temporarily adds volume to the skin and may give the appearance of a smoother surface.

What will it accomplish?

JUVEDERM Ultra injectable gel will help to smooth moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. Most patients need one treatment to achieve optimal wrinkle smoothing, and the results last about six months.

How long will my treatment take?

A typical procedure will last about 30 minutes, but may vary depending on the amount of correction you may require.

What are possible side effects?

Most side effects are mild or moderate in nature, and their duration is short lasting (7 days or less). The most common side effects include but are not limited to temporary injection site reactions such as: redness, pain/tenderness, firmness, swelling, lumps/bumps, bruising, itching, and discoloration. As with all skin injection procedures there is a risk of infection.

How soon will I notice results?

You will notice results immediately.

How long will Juvederm last?

Most treatments of the lips last about 6 months. Facial correction with JUVEDERM ULTRA injectable gel may last to about a year.

Are there any reasons why I should not receive JUVEDERM Ultra injectable gel?

Your clinician will ask about your medical history to determine if you are an appropriate candidate for treatment. JUVEDERM Ultra injectable gel should not be used in patients who have:

• Severe allergies marked by a history of anaphylaxis or history or presence of multiple severe allergies.
• Patients with a history of allergies to gram-positive bacterial proteins

What should my clinician advise me about?

The following are important treatment considerations for you to discuss with your clinician and understand in order to help avoid unsatisfactory results and complications.

• Patients who are using substances that can prolong bleeding, such as aspirin or ibuprofen, as with any injection, may experience increased bruising or bleeding at injection site. You should inform your clinician before treatment if you are using these types of substances.