Dermal fillers are an excellent choice for enhancing facial features, smoothing wrinkles, and adding volume to the skin. However, the results may not meet your expectations, or complications may arise. Filler removal in Long Island and NYC can reverse unwanted effects and address issues such as overfilling, asymmetry, or adverse reactions.
CosmoPlastic Surgery Techniques for Filler Removal
During your consultation at Cosmoplastic Surgery, every aspect of the filler removal will be discussed, including the type of filler used previously, the area of treatment, and your desired outcome. This informative session is designed to put you at ease, clarifying any questions or concerns.
With this information, Dr. Alizadeh and expert his team will recommend one of the following filler removal techniques:
Hyaluronidase Injection
Hyaluronidase is an enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid fillers by speeding up the breakdown of the hyaluronic acid molecules. This process allows for the precise and targeted removal of unwanted filler, dissolving the filler in a controlled manner, ensuring that the results are both accurate and natural-looking.
Patients can typically expect noticeable improvements within a few days of undergoing the hyaluronidase treatment as the body gradually metabolizes and eliminates the dissolved filler. This quick response time allows individuals to achieve their desired aesthetic outcomes in a relatively short period, adding to the appeal of this enzymatic intervention.
Steroid & Saline Injections
When removing non-hyaluronic acid fillers, Dr. Alizadeh might use steroid injections to reduce swelling and lessen the impact of the filler. He may also inject saline to flush out non-hyaluronic acid fillers, helping speed up removing unwanted material from the treatment area.
Sodium Thiosulfate Injection
Sodium thiosulfate injections help remove calcium hydroxylapatite fillers. When nodules form due to these fillers, injections of sodium thiosulfate can be used to help dissolve them, reducing discomfort and restoring the natural look of the treated area.
Surgical Excision
Removing dermal filler through surgery is a careful process to ensure safety and improve appearance. This involves standard surgical techniques and tiny incisions to take out the filler and restore a natural look to the face, reducing the risk of scarring. Such an approach to removing permanent fillers and restoring facial appearance represents a big step forward in treating difficult cases and making sure patients are happy with the results.