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Will Acetylcholine Injections in the Cheeks Dissolve Radiesse?

asked 1 year ago by Norahh in Venezuella
Latest answer by Robert L. Kraft, MD
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Hi Drs...I just wanted to ask if Acetylcholine injections in the cheeks help dissolve the filler. My cheeks look bulky after 3 years of Radiesse injections (well I'm not sure if it's really Radiesse). A board certified plastic surgeon advised to inject Acetylcholine right in the filler, he said it helps dissolve the bulky filler. Does it have any side effects, complications?

13 answers to Will Acetylcholine Injections in the Cheeks Dissolve Radiesse?

Radiesse cannot be dissolved by injections

Unlike Restylane, Radiesse cannot be dissolved by a pharmaceutical. It will dissolve over time. I would caution against any injections in an attempt to dissolve the Radiesse and encourage you to see a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist with any concerns.

Robert L. Kraft, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

www.foresthillsplasticsurgery.com

Acetylcholine should not dissolve radiesse

I am not aware of any available and safe medicine to inject into Radiesse to dissolve it. Hyaluronidase is used to dissolve Juvederm or Restylane but not Radiesse. Acetylcholine is the neurotransmitter that Botox blocks to decrease muscular activity and should not dissolve Radiesse. Some doctors have injected sterile saline or local anesthetic under pressure to break up nodules.

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

Reverse Radiesse?

There is not a known way to reverse Radiesse injections. There has been anecdeotal evidence that ultrasound can hasten Radiesse's resorption.

Anil R. Shah, MD
Chicago Facial Plastic Surgeon

No to acetylcholine

There is nothing that has been tested and proven to dissolve Radiesse. Do not let anyone inject acetylcholine into your face for this. There are substances that will dissolve Restylane and Juvederm. There are some anecdotal reports of repeated injections of this, hyaluronidase, dissolving Radiesse but there is no good chemical explanation nor are there any studies, as far as I know, to explain why this might happen. It will dissolve on its own. Be glad you didn't choose a... more

Jo Herzog, MD
Birmingham Dermatologist

Acetylcholine and Radiesse

I am not aware of any studies that show that acetylcholine injections will dissolve Radiesse. Radiesse is typically dissolved by the body over the course of twelve months.

Sanjiv Kayastha, MD
Albany Plastic Surgeon

Acetylcholine Injections to Dissolve Radiesse? Don't Do That.

I am not sure why any reputable Physician would recommend Acetylcholine injections as a means of dissolving Radiesse. Radiesse is made out of calcium hydroxylapatite and there is no scientific basis for what has been recommended to you. Please get another opinion or just wait, because the Radiesse will dissipate in 9-18 months.

Stephen Prendiville, MD
Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon

Acetycholine and Radiesse

No, Acetycholine can not be used to dissolve Radiesse. This is the reason that most physicians rather under inject than over inject. But it will dissolve with time. Dr. Behnam.

Ben Behnam, MD
Santa Monica Dermatologic Surgeon

Acetylcholine Injections to Dissolve Radiesse

Acetylcholine injections will not dissolve Radiesse. Fortunately Radiesse is a temporary filler that will dissolve with time.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse cannot be dissolved by anything injected into the body

It takes the body approximately 12 months to dissolve Radiesse naturally. Until then, there is nothing to do but be patient. Acetylcholine is a signalling molecule between nerves and from nerves to muscles in both the central and peripheral nervous systems. It has many different actions. Poisons that inhibit cholinesterase (the enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine) and lead to accumulation of acetylcholine in the body can be dangerous to one's life. I do not... more

Emily Altman, MD
Short Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

www.advancedskinwisdom.com

Nothing Will Dissolve Excessively Injected Radiesse

Hi, Will AcetylCholine injections dissolve excess Radiesse or mystery filler? No, no, no. Good luck and be well. Dr. P

Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Acetylcholine to Dissolve Radiesse

Radiesse only lasts 8-12 months, so after 3 years your Radiesse injections (if that is what they were) would be long gone). I have never heard of Acetylcholine being used to dissolve anything, and I would be very wary of injecting anything else in your face unless you know exactly what it is and exactly what it will do. I suggest you go to a Board-Certified plastic surgeon to be evaluated.

Gary D. Breslow, MD
Paramus Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse Injections Can Not Be Reversed

Once injected, Radiesse treatments cannot be reversed. Radiesse is comprised of calcium-based microspheres suspended in a water-based gel. It is the same mineral component found in our bones and teeth. Once injected, the process of collagenesis starts as Radiesse wrinkle filler works below your skin's surface to stimulate the production of your own collagen, which replenishes lost facial volume to smooth out the signs of aging. Its effects can be expected to last from one year to several... more

Mitchell Schwartz, MD
South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

dorsetstreetdermatology.com

Acetylcholine injections???

I have never heard of using acetylcholine injections for any purpose related to any dermal filler, nor do I see how it could possibly work. Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter, not an enzyme or other chemical that could dissolve any solid product. You should make every effort to find out exactly what filler you have in your face, then see a board-certified plastic surgeon to find out your options.