My doctor used Juvederm 18 to augument my lips. Why did he use 18 versus #30 or #24?
Juvederm: Which One is "Best" for Lip Augmentation?
| Adam D. Schaffner, MD |  |
In short, there is no "best" form of Juvederm for lip augmentation.
Juvederm 18 is the lightest or thinnest form of Juvederm and is not used in the United States.
Juvederm Ultra is equivalent to Juvederm 24 HV. Juvederm 30 HV is equivalent to Juvederm Ultra Plus. (HV stands for high viscosity.)
Whether a physician uses Juvederm Ultra or Juvederm Ultra Plus is not as important as to how it is injected. The amount, direction, and depth of the injection will have the most significant impact on the final result. Make sure your physician is experienced in injecting the lips and has the proper training and credentials.
In general, Juvederm Ultra Plus is better for restoring volume while Juvederm Ultra is better to address fine vertical lines. The Juvederm Ultra Plus may last slightly longer than Juvederm Ultra.
Be sure to communicate your goals to your physician. Only by understanding your goals can your physician try to meet and exceed your expectations.