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How Long Does Juvederm Last?

asked 3 years ago by KCas in Portland, Or
Latest answer by Miriam Hanson, MD
Question viewed 96,397 times
Tags: duration, last

I've been researching how long Juvederm lasts, but what people say in Juvederm reviews and what the FDA says don't really match up.  Can someone tell me, how long does Juvederm last? Does where you have the Juvederm injections in your face make a difference in how long it lasts?

37 answers to How Long Does Juvederm Last?

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Juvederm longevity varies

Unfortunately, there is no straight answer to this question. The longevity of Juvederm depends on how deeply it was injected and it varies from person to person. A rule of thumb is the less dynamic the area (meaning, the less the area is prone to movement), the longer the Juvederm will last. On average, a lip injection will last 4-6 months, however, I have seen it last a year in some people. In the face, however, (because it moves less than the lips), Juvederm can... more
Steven Svehlak, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

www.sunsetcosmeticsurgery.com

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How long does Juvederm last?

The time Juvederm lasts will vary based on where it's injected and how deeply. In the lips, it last about 6 months and in the face it can last up to 12 months. However, if it's placed too deep within the fatty tissue layer, it doesn't seem to last as long as it does when placed within the layers of the skin which are more superficial. If you are filling in the NLF or marrionette lines and are looking for a longer lasting filler, tou might want to try Perlane or... more
Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

drfrancispalmer.com

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Juvederm longevity dictated by where it is placed.

Good question, but the answer can be very technical. The value or longevity of a Hyaluronic Acid filler (HA) is determined by the amount of cross-linking of the gel molecules. The body is very effective at removing things that do not belong. The beauty of HA is that it is also produced in the body so that it can stay because it is not a completely foreign object. Collagen that used to be injected was from cow hide so that it was rapidly identified and then broken down by the body. It also... more
Michael J. Brown, MD

Leesburg Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm Duration

Juvederm generally lasts 6 months. However, the duration can vary from 3 to 10 months depending on the individual anatomy and the area injected.
Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.drkrisreddy.com

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Juvederm in nasolabial areas

Juvderm in the nasolabial area generally lasts nine months to a year. It is the benefit of Juvederm is that it lasts a long time. The great thing about Juvederm is how long it lasts. All other areas are not FDA approved and are considered off-label. If you have deep furrows in that area, you will have great results.
Michele S. Green, MD

New York Dermatologist
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Duration of Juvederm

Juvederm lasts different times in different patients and in different areas of the face. In the lips or other areas of high mobility, Juvederm doesn't last as long as it would in the cheeks, chin ,or nose. Longevity also differs from patient to patient so what lasts for 8 months in your best friend, may only last for 6 in you or vice versa!
Sheri G. Feldman, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologist
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Juvederm longevity

Juvederm can last varying amounts of time depending what areas of the face are injected. I find that if it is injected in areas where is lots of muscular movement it tends not to last as long, such as areas around the mouth. I tell patients that it will slowy go away over time and all of the Juvederm may not be gone for months, but the volume effect will diminish as the months go away. All that being said, it is much better than collagen, which did not last long at all and was not as... more
Ben J. Tittle, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm - how long it lasts

The reason you can't get a straight answer is because filler longevity really varies from person to person.In general - in the lip area it lasts 4-6 mo.  In less dynamic areas is lasts longer.I've also noticed in patients who have gotten repeat injections, that the results of each injection seem to last a little longer than the last. Dr. Cat Begovic M.D.
Catherine Huang-Begovic, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm lasts for 4-6 months, maybe more; area injected matters some.

When Juvederm (or Restylane) is injected into an area of active muscular contraction (for example, frown lines that have not been Botox or Dysport-treated), the filler can be mechanically moved away from the precise area of injection by the continued action of the muscle. That is why patients who have frown lines that are not paralyzed (Botox or Dysport) but are treated ONLY with a filler (Juvederm or Restylane) will sometimes complain that their "Juvederm didn't last as long... more
Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm lasts up to 6 months

It depends on where it is injected but typically Juvederm Ultra lasts 4-5 months and if you use it regularly, you may notice that it lasts up to 6 months. I have not seen it last up to one year.
Kavita Mariwalla, MD

New Haven Dermatologic Surgeon
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How long Juvederm will last depends on treated area, injector skill, patient factors

It is very hard to come up with a generic answer for how long Juvederm lasts because many factors affect the duration of response. A skillful injector will inject Juvederm in the correct layer and use the correct amount to give you the result you desire. If all those criteria have been met, then Juvederm can last an average of 6 months in the lips and nasolabial folds and upto a year in the tear troughs under the eyes. However, I have had patients who I have injected Juvederm in their lips... more
Sirish Maddali, MD

Portland Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm lasts longer than Restylane in most areas

I have had many years of experience with all of the different fillers. When comparing Juvederm and Restylane - Juvederm lasts much longer in most parts of the face. In the lips, neither lasts very long. Keep in mind that results vary from patient to patient, but usually I see: Juvederm - 6-10 months Restylane - 5-7 months Both last 3-5 months in the lips
Robert M. Freund, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm will last about 6 months on average

Juvederm is a filler made of hyaluronic acid which is found in our bodies normally. It provides excellent correction of nasolabial folds (the fold that separates the mouth area from the cheek area) as well as finer lines and wrinkles. Juvederm is also used to plump the lips and give more definition to the lip edge. Dr. Brown (answer above) has given a very good explanation of the science behind Juvederm. It is my experience that Juvederm lasts for about 6 months. Of course this will be... more
Kari L. Colen, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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How does Juvederm work and how long does it last

Your skin naturally contains hyaluronic acid, a sugar that attracts water giving the skin its plumpness and creating volume. As we age, we all lose the amount of hyaluronic acid in our skin causing our faces get more angular, smile lines around the mouth become more prominent, and the corners of our mouth begin to droop and turn down. Our cheeks also drop with time, creating hollows around the eyes and temples Juvederm restores hyaluronic acid in the skin, softening these creases and... more
Miriam Hanson, MD

Austin Dermatologist
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How long Juvederm lasts

The longevity of hyaluronic acid gel fillers, is different depending on patients and depending on areas that have been treated. With Juvederm, the average duration is 8-9 months, when we refer it to Juvederm Ultra 2 or Juvederm Ultra Smile. Duration is a little big longer with Juvederm Ultra 3 (12 month); with Juvederm Ultra 4, 15 months, and finalli with Juvederm Voluma, 18 month. This theoretical duration can vary a lot depending on the anatomical zone treated (chin, cheeks, lips, fine... more
Enrique Etxeberria, MD

Spain Plastic Surgeon
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Longevity of Juvederm

How long Juvederm lasts varies from person to person and area to area. My experience is that it lasts around 12 months. Longer in static areas, shorter in areas with a lot of motion (lips).
David Finkle, MD

Omaha Plastic Surgeon
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How long does Juvederm last?

As you can see, there is some question as to how long it actually lasts. The question is answered geenrally with the answer 4-6 months, but can last to one year. But I like to joke and say it's kind of like the Tootsie-Pop owl, and the world may never know...
Srdjan Ostric, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm lasts....

Juvederm has been said to last a little longer than Restylane, its competitor. I find this varies depending on the individual patient. I would estimate a full result anywhere between 5-6 months. Juvederm Ultra Plus, the thicker version, is expected to last between 7-9 months. Applying these items elsewhere will not change its ability to last longer, but they may change the beauty of the face if applied incorrectly. Make sure to use a Board Certified Dermatologist or Facial Plastic... more
Yael Halaas, MD

Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm

We have some patients who have Juvederm and claim it lasts for over a year, and some who feel it went away in 6 months. The bottom line is that it varies between patients/treatment areas and at least 6 months up to a year is reasonable. Additionally, proper placement by an experienced provider is essential. I find areas of the face that have more muscle activity (smile lines) degrade faster than areas with less muscle movement (under eyes).
Sonia Badreshia-Bansal, MD

San Francisco Dermatologic Surgeon

www.elitemdspa.com

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Juverderm Can Last 5-9 Months

It can last 5-9 months. Juvederm ultra is supposed to last up to 6 months while the Juvederm ultra plus is supposed to last 9-12 months according to its vendors. Other factors can affect the duration of activity. Eg where it is injected; dynamically active areas tend to waste dermal fillers faster. Variations in individual physiology may also play a role in this regard.
Sanusi Umar, MD

Redondo Beach Dermatologic Surgeon
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How long does Juvederm last?

I typically counsel patients that Juvederm lasts 3 to 6 months.  In a few patients I have seen it last longer.
Sanjiv Kayastha, MD

Albany Plastic Surgeon
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How long does Juvederm last

Juvederm typically lasts 9 months, but placement and depth of the injection matters. Injections into the cheeks typically lasts only 4-6 months as these injections are typically deeper and the hyaluronic acid that composed the Juvederm is broken down faster.
Joseph Michaels, MD

Bethesda Plastic Surgeon
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How long does Juvederm last?

The answer varies from person to person.  Juvederm is slowly broken down by the body.  But I would say the results last between 6-10 months.
C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm® lasts

The reason you get different comments from patients about how long Juvederm® lasts is that it varies between patients and also from site to site.  My experience with use around the mouth, such as the laugh lines, is that it regularly lasts 1-2 years.  Some patients will have additional injections at 6 months which build on the earlier ones.
Mario Loomis, MD

Middletown Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm longevity: lips 6 months, nasolabial folds 6-12 months

Juvederm is broken down by your body.  Mechanical action on the Juvederm breaks it down faster.  As a result, lip injections will last about 6 months, on average (since the lips are constantly moving).  Areas that have less movement, like the nasolabial folds (lines from the corners of the nose to the corners of the mouth) will have better longevity, often up to a year.
Ronald Friedman, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm lasts 6-12 months but can vary

Very few people will have Juvaderm that lasts less than 6 months.  More commonly, it will last 12 months or more.  This is especially true if you do a "touch up" injection at the 3-6 month mark.  Repeated injections tend to last longer than prior injections as there may be some reactive collagen deposited with each injection.
John Bitner, MD

Salt Lake City Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drjohnbitner.com

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Juvederm Duration

The duration of Juvederm is based upon the following factors Mobility of area being injected- More mobile areas tend to cause Juvederm to absorb faster Layer and Technique Activity- Ancecotal evidence that strenuous aerobic activity may burn up Juvederm faster than patients who are sedentary
Anil R. Shah, MD

Chicago Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm May last from 6 to 12 months

The longevity of Juvederm is in large part dependent on the location of the injection.  As a basic principle, the more dynamic the area (i.e stronger the muscle contraction), the shorter the duration.  For the lips we find the duration is shortest at around 6 months.  For the nasolabial folds the duration is typically 6-9 months, and for the nasojugal grove (around the lower eyelids) the duration is longest at around 12 months. 
Neil J. Zemmel, MD

Richmond Plastic Surgeon
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How long does Juvederm last

Juvederm can last anywhere from 6-10 months depending on the location and depth it is injected. The lips do not last as long as the nasolabial folds or lines around the mouth. It also depends on the amount injected.
Ankit Desai, MD

Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm may last anywhere from 6 - 12 months

6 - 12 months of augmentation is typical for Juvederm, depending upon where the product is placed. 6 months - around the mouth (lips, nasolabial fold, marionette lines), it usually lasts 6 months because this area of the face is the most mobile. 9 months - In other areas of the face however, such as the glabella (between the eyes) and tear trough (under the eyes), Juvederm may last 9 months, and sometimes even up to 1 year. This may be especially true if Botox is also used in this... more
Chad L. Prather, MD

Baton Rouge Dermatologist
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How long Juvederm lasts

The FDA states Juvederm can last up to one year. Typically, Juvederm last anywhere from 6-9 months, depending on the location of the injection. In the nasolabial folds it seems to last longer compared to lip/perioral injections. It also seems to last longer than Restylane, which is a similar product but in a somewhat lower concentration than Juvederm. Some patients looking for a more longer lasting material in the nasolabial fold area may consider Radiesse, which is firmer, but may last... more
William Bruno, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid filler with a duration of 6 to 9 months but can last longer

Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid filler with a duration of 6 to 9 months but can last longer. In the laugh lines juvederm may last up to one year in some patients. In the lips it typically lasts about 4 to six months depending upon the patient and how much your lips are used. Other areas of the face typically lasts from 6 to twelve months again depending upon the mobility of the area.
Scott Trimas, MD

Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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We don't know exactly how long Juvederm lasts

Juvederm products have only been approved by the FDA for filling of facial wrinkles for the last two years with an indication for up to one year duration. So, the experience compared to Restylane in this country is relatively short. In my practice, I have noticed slightly longer duration with Juvederm, but there is no well designed study comparing the products. The duration of effect is dependent on many factors, such as, area of injection, which is controllable in a study, and patient... more
Kenneth R. Francis, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm will last about 9 months in the cheeks and 6 months around the mouth

I think Juvederm really is quite long lasting, but I like patients to have only pleasant surprises. So these are the estimates that I give. The manufacturer (with FDA backing) claims longer. I think this is a good duration. Remember, your face changes over time, and you don't want a permanent filler (which might be in the wrong place in a couple of years).
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Juviderm Longevity

Hi KC, Juviderm longevity depends on the area. The more movement, the less lasting. Juviderm lasts from 4 to 9 months in lips, while it may last longer that one year in the lower eye lid hollows. In general I see it lasting between 6 to 9 months depending upon the patient. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm longevity depends

The longevity of Juvederm depends on the area in which it is placed, how much was used, and the skill of the injector. Typically, in those areas of greater motion (ie lips) the product lasts less time, maybe 6 months. If not enough was used, it will last shorter and if it is placed in the wrong tissue layer, it will last less time.
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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How long does Juvederm last? 12 to 18 months

I have recently seen patients that I injected with Juvederm into their cheeks and tear trough depression over 12 months ago still with good correction. I agree some patients seem to "burn" up the Juvederm faster than others and Juvederm last longer in the cheeks and non-moving areas compared to the lips and naso-labial folds. I take Digital Photographs of all my patients, so they can see how much correction remains after 6, 12 and 18 months.
Daniel Reichner, MD

Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon

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