Filler dissolving

Dermal filler types that are most commonly used are hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, which is known in various brand names such as Juvederm, Restylane, Teosyal, and Belotero. These are potentially dissolvable dermal fillers.

The fillers are dissolved by the injection of hyaluronidase enzyme which take around a week for maximal effect. There are many reasons that the filler has to be dissolve or has been requested to be dissolved for example:

Over filled – The filler has moved or spread to other areas
Lumps and unevenness of dermal filler result
Asymmetrical result
Allergic reaction: swelling
Late reaction: swelling lump at the filler areas which commonly see at tear through areas even a few months after the filler has been injected.
Infection – nearby the areas of dermal filler can cause immune reaction that cause swelling and tender hard lump at the areas that has dermal filler

Process

Consultation: Dr Owen will examine the areas and discuss with you to determine the areas that need to be dissolve and explain the procedure, risk and after dissolving plan.
Patch test: As there is a small chance of allergic reaction of Hyaluronidase enzyme, a patch test by injecting a small amount of the enzyme at one of your arms is needed to eliminate risk of the allergic reaction. You will need to wait 30 minutes at the clinic to see the result of the patch test. Sign of allergic reaction are swelling, rash and redness at the injection site. If there is non sign of allergy, the
Hyaluronidase will be injected to the decided areas. Numbing cream can be applied on the areas that need dissolving 15-20 minutes before the injection.

At a Glance

Filler dissolving Faqs

What's the chance of an allergic reaction

The risk of a significant allergic reaction is around 1:1000–2000, possibly slightly higher in patients who have an allergy to be or wasp stings.

If this were to occur then there is equipment to treat any allergic reaction and the chances reduced significantly by performing a patch test before.

What is the cost of filler dissolving?

The cost for injection of hyaluronidase which includes the assessment and patch testing is £249. Please see our price list here

How quickly can I have further dermal fillers?

Because the enzyme can continue working for around 2 weeks, Dr Owen normally suggest having around 4 weeks between the hyaluronidase injection and any repeat dermal fillers.

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Patient Experience

Dr Owen Thomas is a highly trained aesthetic physician with a level 7 qualification in injectable treatments.

He uses his passion and skill combined with a professional, ethical and safe approach, to enable his patients to feel rejuvenated, confident and ready for everything life has to offer.