What lip filler last longer and is better, Juvederm Volbella or Juvederm Ultra XC?

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I've had regular juvederm but don't think I had the Ultra, I had it done about 6 months ago and I notice it has gone down a lot. I wanted to get an injection put in for the holidays and one for my mother but wanted to make sure I select one that lasts longer. Also what are the prices or maybe anyone in LA area having a speical? =)

Alexander Rivkin, MD · Answer

Hi and thanks for your question. Juvederm and Volbella are quite different products. When you had regular Juvederm, you probably did have the Ultra. In this country, Juvederm only comes as Ultra or Ultra Plus. Volbella is a new fine line filler that will smooth your lips, but will not add alot of volume. For lip augmentation, Juvederm Ultra is still the best product. If you want to adress the vertical lip lines, marionette lines and the fine lines within the red of your lips, Volbella is very good at that. During the FDA study that we did for the product, we did not find that Volbella lasted longer than Juvederm, which is about 6 to 8 months.

Leonard Lu, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. The type of filler recommended varies based on individual need and goals. We often use Volbella which is indicated for treatment of perioral lines and lip augmentation with results lasting up to one year.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Voluma lasts longest of the HA fillers but is more likely to lump or feel thicker, volbella possibly up to year and the rest typically about 6-9 months.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Michael A. Zadeh, MD, FACS · Answer

Juvederm Ultra XC works well to add a more dramatic volumization to the lips, whereas Volbella will give more subtle results. The company that manufactures both Juvederm Ultra XC and Volbella will tell you that the filler lasts 1 years, but the reality is that for the lips they usually last anywhere from 6 months to 1 year. There is more to lip enhancement than just the type of filler used and price. Make sure you find an experienced injector for optimal results. Best wishes.

Lee B. Daniel, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. About 6 months does sound about right for standard JUVÉDERM®, which is normally expected to last between 6 and 9 months. For a longer lasting result, you should look into JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC as an alternative, as this type tends to last up to a year. With regards to prices, this will vary between clinics, but I would be very wary of choosing based on price alone. Source some reputable clinics in your local area and make sure you choose one which is certified to apply the JUVÉDERM® for you and your mother. I appreciate price is a major concern for many of us, but it should not be the main decision-making criteria.

What lip filler last longer and is better, Juvederm Volbella or Juvederm Ultra XC?

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