Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, and others are composed of a compound called hyaluronic acid. Fortunately, there is an enzyme called hyaluronidase which can be injected to dissolve the hyaluronic acid. It may take 2 or 3 injections but generally the Restylane and Perlane can be completely dissolved without any... more







138 posts
10 Jul 2008
Any filler that is made out of Hyaluronic Acid (Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, Hyalgan, etc) can be dissolved with an injection of Hyaluronidsase (off-label use of Hyaluronidase). Although this use is off-label (not FDA approved) it is well documented and widely used when needed. However, I am not sure why having one of the above mentioned fillers injected would cause you to have a burning sensation in your face. I would suggest you go back to your doctor and make sure there is no other reason for you to have burning in your face. There may be other treatments for you that do not require you to have the filler dissolved.
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22 Mar 2009
I am in the situation of overcorrection but 20 units of hyaluronidase didn't dissolve the Perlane. Should I talk to my doctor to inject more hyaluronidase?Please help me