JUVÉDERM Ultra XC
Patients searching for JUVÉDERM Ultra XC often have one of two goals: temporary lip augmentation or softening moderate to severe facial folds such as the nasolabial folds. Dermatology Institute of Southern California offers this hyaluronic acid filler through its Beverly Hills office at 9090 Burton Way and its Santa Monica office at 2221 Lincoln Boulevard. The practice is led by Daniel Behroozan, MD, FAAD, FACMS, a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon who founded and directs the institute. A qualified medical provider develops each Ultra XC treatment plan according to the patient’s anatomy, medical history, prior filler, treatment area, and goals.
How JUVÉDERM Ultra XC Treatment Works at the Practice
From the first question to aftercare, Ultra XC care follows a clear path. These four stages describe how treatment is approached.
What JUVÉDERM Ultra XC Is
Ultra XC is an FDA-approved injectable dermal filler regulated as a medical device. It is a clear, cross-linked hyaluronic acid gel at a concentration of 24 mg/mL, combined with 0.3% lidocaine. Hyaluronic acid is a sugar naturally present in the body, and the modified gel temporarily adds volume in the tissue where it is placed.
Where JUVÉDERM Ultra XC Fits Into Cosmetic Dermatology in Los Angeles
Patients in Los Angeles have many filler options, which makes matching the product and provider to the treatment goal important. JUVÉDERM Ultra XC is a hyaluronic acid filler approved for lip and perioral augmentation in adults 21 years of age and older and for correcting moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds. The practice considers Ultra XC as one option within a broader injectable menu and recommends it only when the patient’s anatomy, medical history, and goals support its use.
Patients who ask about Ultra XC at the Beverly Hills and Santa Monica offices tend to fall into a few groups. Some want subtle lip fullness or better lip definition and have never had filler before. Others have started to notice the folds between the nose and mouth deepen and want them softened. A third group has had filler elsewhere and wants a provider who will look at the whole face before recommending a product. Each starts with an evaluation of the lips or treatment area, medical history, and goals before any injection is planned.
How the Treatment Is Performed
A qualified medical provider injects small amounts of the gel according to the treatment plan and evaluates the tissue response as treatment progresses. The provider may gently massage the area when appropriate to help distribute the product. Injection depth, technique, amount, and number of points are clinical decisions made for each patient. Appointment length varies with the consultation, treatment area, and individualized plan rather than following a fixed time.
What to Expect Afterward
Recovery varies. Temporary swelling, bruising, tenderness, redness, firmness, or small lumps can occur and may affect social plans for several days. The manufacturer advises avoiding makeup for twelve hours and minimizing strenuous exercise, extensive heat or sun, and alcohol for the first twenty-four hours. Your provider explains what to expect based on the treatment area and reviews the urgent warning signs to watch for. Rare but serious complications can occur if filler enters a blood vessel, including vision impairment or blindness, stroke, skin necrosis, and permanent scarring. Seek immediate medical attention for unusual or severe pain, vision changes, skin blanching or a white, gray, or blue appearance near the injection site, or signs of a stroke.
“Dr. Behroozan is thoughtful, meticulous, smart and kind. He immediately put me at ease and solved my problem when other doctors could not. His staff was accommodating and sweet. His office is icing on the cake, visually stunning and beautifully designed. I would highly recommend Dr. Behroozan. Thank you for taking such great care of me.”
What JUVÉDERM Ultra XC Can and Cannot Address
Lip augmentation for fuller, better-defined lips in adults 21 years of age and older, an FDA-approved use
Correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the nasolabial folds, an FDA-approved use
Perioral volume as part of lip augmentation
A hyaluronic acid gel with 0.3% lidocaine included for injection comfort
Temporary, individualized results that can be reviewed at follow-up; whether additional treatment is appropriate depends on the examination
Not established in controlled studies for cheek augmentation or age-related cheek volume loss; another product, such as Voluma XC, may be considered depending on the patient’s anatomy and goals
Not established for under-eye hollows or the tear-trough area
Not established for chin, jawline, temple, or nasal reshaping
Not intended for skin tightening, collagen stimulation, or permanent anti-aging effects
Not a substitute for a provider's evaluation, which determines whether Ultra XC is the right product for you
What JUVÉDERM Ultra XC Can Realistically Achieve
Ultra XC is approved for a specific set of goals, and setting honest expectations is part of good care. The outcomes below reflect what the filler is designed to do.
Fuller, Better-Defined Lips
In the lips and perioral area, Ultra XC adds temporary volume and may improve fullness, shape, and definition according to the patient’s anatomy and goals. The provider plans placement with facial balance, lip movement, and the desired level of correction in mind. Lip augmentation with Ultra XC is an approved use for adults 21 years of age and older, and the amount used is individualized rather than standardized.
Softer Nasolabial Folds and Smile Lines
Ultra XC is approved to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, with the nasolabial folds, the creases that run from the sides of the nose toward the corners of the mouth, named specifically in its labeling. The goal is temporary smoothing rather than permanent removal. Results become clearer as early swelling settles.
Comfort During Treatment
Ultra XC contains 0.3% lidocaine, an anesthetic included to improve comfort during injection. This does not make treatment painless, and patients may still feel pressure, pinching, or brief discomfort. A provider may also discuss additional numbing or ice depending on the area.
Temporary, Adjustable Results
Because Ultra XC is a temporary hyaluronic acid filler, results are not permanent and vary from person to person. With optimal treatment, lip results may last up to one year. Improvement in nasolabial folds may persist for several months and, in some patients, longer. Duration depends on the treatment area, amount used, tissue characteristics, and individual response, and repeat treatment may be needed.
Who Is a Candidate
Candidates are adults seeking an approved Ultra XC treatment who understand that the results are temporary and individualized. Lip augmentation with Ultra XC is intended for adults 21 years of age and older. Ultra XC should not be used in patients with a history of anaphylaxis or multiple severe allergies or in patients allergic to lidocaine or the Gram-positive bacterial proteins used in the product. Its safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established. Treatment is also deferred when active infection or inflammation is present at the planned injection site. A qualified medical provider reviews medications, prior filler, allergies, skin condition, medical history, and goals before treatment.
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Why Los Angeles Patients Choose Dermatology Institute of Southern California for Ultra XC
Patients across Los Angeles have many injectable options, and those who choose this practice for JUVÉDERM Ultra XC tend to point to the same reasons.
Board-certified dermatology leadership: Daniel Behroozan, MD, FAAD, FACMS founded and directs the practice and is a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon and cosmetic dermatologist
Individualized treatment planning: a qualified medical provider evaluates anatomy, goals, medical history, allergies, and prior filler before recommending Ultra XC
A full filler menu, not a single product: the team can compare Ultra XC with other JUVÉDERM and Restylane options so the choice fits the goal
Attention to the whole face: the lips or folds are assessed in the context of overall facial balance rather than in isolation
Two Los Angeles-area offices: patients can be seen in Beverly Hills or Santa Monica, whichever is closer
A medical dermatology setting: injectable care is provided within a full dermatology practice, allowing cosmetic treatment to be considered alongside the patient’s broader skin history when relevant
Clear, honest expectations: providers explain what Ultra XC can and cannot do, including its approved uses and its temporary results
A safety-first approach: the practice reviews contraindications and warning signs and gives aftercare guidance before and after treatment
Established patient feedback: the practice publishes patient reviews describing experiences with its providers, staff, and cosmetic and medical care
Coordinated cosmetic and medical care: Ultra XC fits alongside the practice's broader skin care when that is helpful
“Dr. Behroozan is one of the best dermatologists in LA and he is caring and understanding and incredibly knowledgeable and I would recommend him to anyone looking for the best doctor in town. His office is stunning and his staff is beyond nice.”
Reaching the Beverly Hills and Santa Monica Offices From Across Los Angeles
The practice has two Los Angeles-area offices. The Beverly Hills location is at 9090 Burton Way and serves patients from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Beverly Grove, Brentwood, Century City, and nearby communities. The Santa Monica office is at 2221 Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 100, and serves patients from Santa Monica, Venice, Mar Vista, Pacific Palisades, and other coastal Westside areas.
Travel time depends on the patient’s starting point, traffic, and appointment time. Provider schedules may also vary by location and date. The front desk can confirm current availability and provide parking, entrance, and arrival guidance for either office.
The Dermatology Team Behind JUVÉDERM Ultra XC Care
Ultra XC treatment planning at the practice is handled by its medical team, anchored by the founder and director.
Daniel Behroozan, MD, FAAD, FACMS
Board-Certified Dermatologist, Founder, and Director
Dr. Behroozan is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon who founded and directs Dermatology Institute of Southern California. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and a fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery, and he completed advanced fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. He completed his medical and residency training in the Los Angeles area and has served on the dermatology faculty at UCLA. His background in cosmetic and laser dermatology informs how the practice approaches injectable planning.
The Dermatology Institute Medical Team
The practice has a multidisciplinary team of physicians and physician assistants with specialized medical training, and treatment is tailored on an individual basis. A qualified medical provider evaluates each patient's anatomy, goals, medical history, and treatment area before recommending Ultra XC, and determines whether it is appropriate for the lips, perioral area, or facial folds. Provider availability can vary by office and appointment date, and the front desk can confirm current scheduling at the Beverly Hills or Santa Monica office.
“I have been going to Dr Behroozan for years and I don't trust anyone else with my sensitive skin. He is always attentive to my needs and the staff goes above and beyond to resolve any concerns or requests of mine.”
Quick Answers for Los Angeles Patients Considering Ultra XC
Which office can I have JUVÉDERM Ultra XC at, Beverly Hills or Santa Monica?
Ultra XC consultations and treatment planning are available at both Los Angeles-area offices, the Beverly Hills location on Burton Way and the Santa Monica location on Lincoln Boulevard. Provider availability can vary by date, so the front desk can confirm which office and provider fit your timing.
Can I combine an Ultra XC consultation with other cosmetic dermatology at the same visit?
In many cases, multiple cosmetic options can be discussed during the same consultation. Whether another injectable, laser, peel, or skin treatment can be performed during the same visit depends on the treatment areas, medical history, sequencing, and provider’s safety assessment. Some procedures may need to be separated because performing them too closely together can increase the risk of an inflammatory reaction.
Do I need a consultation before JUVÉDERM Ultra XC, or can I be treated the same day?
A provider evaluates your anatomy, goals, medical history, and the treatment area before any injection. Whether treatment happens the same day depends on that evaluation and your individual plan, which the office can walk you through when you book.
Los Angeles Neighborhoods and Westside Communities the Practice Serves
Patients travel to the Beverly Hills and Santa Monica offices from across Los Angeles and the surrounding Westside for JUVÉDERM Ultra XC and other injectable care.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211 and nearby ZIP codes
Santa Monica, CA 90405 and the coastal Westside
West Hollywood and the Beverly Grove area
Brentwood and the San Vicente Boulevard corridor
Century City and Westwood
Bel Air and Holmby Hills
Pacific Palisades and nearby coastal communities
Mar Vista, Venice, and the Marina area
The Canon Drive and Montana Avenue shopping districts
Mid-City and the greater Los Angeles Westside
How Ultra XC Care Fits a Los Angeles Week
Life on the Westside moves between work, the coast, dinners, events, and other commitments.
A patient may plan a lip consultation before a wedding or another important event or arrange a nasolabial-fold consultation around time in Beverly Hills or Santa Monica.
Because temporary swelling, bruising, tenderness, or firmness may last several days and occasionally longer, patients should leave flexibility before photographs, travel, or major events rather than rely on an exact recovery date.
The front desk can explain typical scheduling considerations, while the provider gives individualized aftercare guidance.
Related JUVÉDERM and Cosmetic Dermatology Resources
For patients comparing options or researching the provider, these related pages from the practice go deeper into the JUVÉDERM collection and its cosmetic dermatology care.
Schedule a JUVÉDERM Ultra XC Consultation in Los Angeles
Call (310) 392-1111 or schedule an Ultra XC consultation online with Dermatology Institute of Southern California. A qualified medical provider will review the treatment area, medical history, prior filler, allergies, and goals and explain whether Ultra XC or another option may fit. The front desk can confirm current provider availability at the Beverly Hills or Santa Monica office.
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Frequently Asked Questions About JUVÉDERM Ultra XC in Los Angeles
Results are temporary and vary by person. With optimal treatment, lip results may last up to one year. Improvement in nasolabial folds may persist for several months and, in some patients, longer. Duration depends on the treatment area, amount used, tissue characteristics, and individual response. Repeat treatment may be needed.
Cost depends on the treatment area, the amount of product, and your individualized plan. The practice can provide current pricing after an evaluation, since there is no single flat price that fits every patient.
Common reactions include temporary swelling, bruising, tenderness, firmness, lumps or bumps, redness, pain, discoloration, and itching. In clinical studies, lip reactions typically lasted 14 days or less, while reactions following treatment of facial wrinkles and folds generally lasted seven days or less, although some reactions lasted longer. Rare but serious complications can include accidental injection into a blood vessel, vision impairment or blindness, stroke, skin necrosis, infection, or permanent scarring.
Ultra XC is FDA approved for specific uses, but no injectable filler is free of risk. It should not be used in patients with a history of anaphylaxis or multiple severe allergies or allergies to lidocaine or the Gram-positive bacterial proteins used in the product. Safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established. Treatment by a properly licensed and trained medical provider who understands facial anatomy and complication management is an important part of patient safety.
Recovery varies. Many patients return to routine activities quickly, but temporary swelling, bruising, or tenderness can last several days. Following your provider's aftercare guidance helps the area settle.
Its approved uses are lip augmentation in adults 21 years of age and older and correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the nasolabial folds. It is not established in controlled studies for areas like the cheeks, under-eyes, chin, or jawline, where other products may be more appropriate.
Yes. As a hyaluronic acid gel, it is gradually broken down by the body over time, which is why results are temporary and repeat treatment may be needed. How quickly it fades varies with the area, the amount used, and individual metabolism.
Ultra XC is not established in controlled clinical studies for cheek augmentation or age-related cheek volume loss. Another product in the JUVÉDERM collection, such as Voluma XC, may be considered for the cheeks. A provider recommends a product based on the approved treatment area, anatomy, and desired correction.
Yes. Correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, including the nasolabial folds, is one of its FDA-approved uses. The goal is temporary smoothing, and the amount used is individualized.
Filler can sometimes appear uneven, form persistent lumps, or move from the intended placement. Technique, anatomy, product amount, and tissue movement may all affect the result, but appropriate placement does not eliminate every risk. Contact the provider if the treated area develops persistent asymmetry, lumps, unusual swelling, pain, or another concerning change.
Both are hyaluronic acid fillers containing 0.3% lidocaine, and both have an approved use for correcting moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. Ultra XC also has an FDA-approved indication for lip and perioral augmentation in adults 21 years of age and older. The provider selects the product according to the approved treatment area, anatomy, desired correction, and individual plan rather than relying on one product for every concern.
Some change is visible right after treatment, but early swelling can make the initial look misleading. Most patients see their settled result once swelling resolves, often within a couple of weeks, and individual timing varies.
In some situations a clinician may use hyaluronidase to break down hyaluronic acid filler, but response is not guaranteed and additional procedures carry their own considerations. The effectiveness of removing dermal filler has not been formally studied, so discuss any concerns with your provider.
The manufacturer advises avoiding makeup for twelve hours and minimizing strenuous exercise, extensive sun or heat, and alcohol for the first twenty-four hours, since these can worsen temporary redness, swelling, or itching. Your provider will give aftercare guidance for your specific treatment area.
Lip augmentation with Ultra XC is FDA approved for adults 21 years of age and older. It should not be presented as an approved lip-augmentation treatment for younger patients. A provider confirms age, medical history, anatomy, and overall candidacy during the consultation.
Cosmetic Dermatology Care Los Angeles Patients Can Return To
If you want a practice that will take the time to understand your goals for the lips or nasolabial folds, explain whether JUVÉDERM Ultra XC or another option may fit, and plan treatment in the context of overall facial balance and expression, Dermatology Institute of Southern California is ready to help. Whether you are new to filler or seeking a more individualized assessment, a qualified provider at the Beverly Hills or Santa Monica office can develop a plan based on your anatomy, medical history, and goals.
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