Dissolving Fillers, when is it necessary?

 Dissolving Fillers, when is it necessary?

Filler injections are a popular cosmetic procedure that enhance facial volume and contours, creating a more youthful and three-dimensional appearance. However, after treatment, unexpected results may occur, or the filler may deform over time. In these cases, dissolving fillers may be considered.

So, when exactly is it necessary to dissolve fillers?

You may need to dissolve fillers if you are dissatisfied with the result, experience side effects, or if the filler clumps or deforms over time.

In this post, we'll look closely at the situations and reasons for dissolving fillers.

1) When results after filler treatment are unsatisfactory

It can be surprising if filler results differ from expectations. Fillers provide immediate results, but the outcome can vary due to swelling, amount injected, and technique used.

For example, if the nose bridge becomes excessively high or the lips overly inflated and unnatural after filler injections, dissolving the filler can be a solution.

However, immediate dissolution after treatment is not recommended.

Swelling may remain for several days after filler injections, so it's advisable to wait at least 1-2 weeks before making a final decision.

2) When fillers compress blood vessels or cause side effects

Filler injections are relatively safe, but side effects can occur rarely.

In particular, if fillers block blood vessels or cause inflammation due to deep injection, they must be dissolved immediately.

If these symptoms appear, immediately consult a medical professional and receive filler dissolution treatment.

Rapid action is essential because untreated vascular blockage can lead to severe complications like skin necrosis.

3) When fillers clump or deform over time

Fillers naturally break down and get absorbed over time, but they may persist or deform in some areas. When fillers clump or form uneven shapes, it can make the face appear unnatural. In areas like the forehead, nose, or chin, fillers are especially prone to deformation over time.

In these cases, it may be necessary to dissolve the fillers, undergo new treatments, or manage them to naturally recover.

4) When fillers must be removed before other treatments like fat grafting

Many consider other cosmetic procedures (e.g., fat grafting, lifting) after filler treatment. However, existing fillers may prevent new treatments from being effective. If fat grafting is performed while fillers remain, they may interfere with fat placement. Thus, it's preferable to dissolve fillers first and wait a certain period before undergoing fat grafting.

However, it's not always mandatory to dissolve remaining fillers; it's important to discuss optimal options with a medical professional.

Areas where fillers dissolve easily vs areas where they don’t dissolve easily

If results after fillers are unsatisfactory or deform over time, you may consider dissolving them. Filler dissolution involves enzyme injections, and it's important to know that dissolution speed varies by area. There are areas where fillers dissolve easily and areas where they don't dissolve easily.

Areas like under the eyes, aegyo-sal, and neck wrinkles are relatively easy to dissolve. Since fillers are injected thinly in these areas, enzyme injections quickly dissolve fillers like water.

Therefore, if you're dissatisfied, you can quickly remove fillers and return to your original state.

On the other hand, the forehead and nose are known as areas where fillers don’t dissolve easily. When fillers are injected into the forehead or nose, they are typically injected deeply under the skin, and often in larger amounts. If fillers are clumped in one spot or tightly adhered to tissues, enzyme injections may not fully dissolve them in one session, requiring multiple treatments. In particular, nose fillers may have been injected close to blood vessels, so caution is required during filler dissolution. Dissolving too quickly or too much at once can cause sudden changes, potentially resulting in skin sagging or unwanted outcomes.

Therefore, when dissolving forehead or nose fillers, careful consideration and consultation with experienced medical professionals are essential.

📌 There is no need to worry even if fillers don’t dissolve easily!

Fillers injected into the forehead or nose can be sufficiently removed by gradually dissolving them over multiple sessions, even if not completely in one treatment. Also, fillers naturally absorb into the body over time, so you don't need to worry too much.

Dissolving fillers requires careful consideration!

Fillers are safe procedures with immediate results, but must be performed by experienced medical professionals. Additionally, if fillers go wrong or you're unhappy with the results, you can dissolve them, so excessive worry isn't necessary.

However, it's important to fully understand the methods and processes of dissolving fillers before deciding on treatment. Thus, it's crucial to receive both filler injections and dissolutions safely from experienced medical professionals. I hope you achieve satisfying results through correct information and careful decisions about fillers!