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Can Juvederm Be Taken Out?

asked 8 months ago by Molly's Mom in Orlando, FL
Latest answer by Grant Stevens, MD
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Tags: 1 month post-op, removal

I had virtually no "pads" under the eye tissue and now there are these "pads", worse on the side where the most Juvederm was injected. I asked about this possible problem before the treatment and was assured that any "swelling" would go away within a week. I carefully followed all of the post injection instructions but these areas have not subsided. Can this stuff be removed? The photos I've taken on on my phone and I could email them to you from the phone if you provide an address.

12 answers to Can Juvederm Be Taken Out?

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Unhappy with Fillers Injected Under Eyes

Sometimes swelling takes longer to subside than the average week to 2 weeks. If you wish to have this product dissolved hyaluronidase can be injected in the area to take it away. Follow up with your provider. Good luck. Dr. Grant Stevens
Grant Stevens, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Taking Out Juvederm

Juvederm can be "taken out" by injecting the enzyme called hyaluronidase. A small amount is injected in the area and the Juvederm "disappears," which is one benefit to hyaluronic acid fillers over other fillers.
Deborah Sarnoff, MD

New York Dermatologic Surgeon
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You don't have to live with unsatisfactory results after Juvederm injection

Juvederm, Restylane and other hyaluronic acid products including Hylaform and soon to released Belotero can be broken down or dissolved by injection of a medication called hyaluronidase. Any physician who injects fillers should be prepared to deal with any side effects or complications that may arise from their use. Hyaluronidase works quickly (within hours to days), and is safe and highly effective. The biggest limitation to the use of hyaluronidase is that it is difficult... more
Brian Biesman, MD

Nashville Oculoplastic Surgeon

www.drbiesman.com

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Removing Juvederm

I would give it 2-3 weeks after your injection. If you still don't like it go back to your injector and discuss your options. You can have it treated with Hyaluronidase or let it absorb naturally. I find it is difficult to titrate the Hyaluronidase, so typically all of the Juvederm is dissolved. Good luck! vargasfaceandskin
Hannah Vargas, MD

Kansas City Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.vargasfaceandskin.com

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Juvaderm removal

You have 2 choices One let it dfissolve naturally or inject some hyaluronodase in the area to speed its removal and breakdown,
Robert Brueck, MD

Fort Myers Plastic Surgeon
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Yes it can be removed

Yes it can be removed. I would go back to see your dermatologist and discuss your options. Good luck!
Mitchel Goldman, MD

San Diego Dermatologic Surgeon
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Juvederm in Lower Eyelid Groove

Juvederm tends to temporarily absorb water from the surrounding normal tissue which is why I prefer Restylene in the lower eyelid grooves. Oral steroids may help, and hyaluronidase injections will dissolve the Juvederm if this is still present in 2-3 weeks.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Yes, can "remove" juvederm

Yes, If you do not like this it can be dissolved. However, make sure tha you wait a couple of weeks as any inflammation needs a chance to calm down.
Jo Herzog, MD

Birmingham Dermatologist
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Juvederm can be removed with hyaluronidase

The undereye edema after a hyaluronic acid filler injection can last several weeks. The biggest function of natural hyaluronic acid in the dermis is to hold onto water molecules. That is why the edema happens in the first place. Usually when filling the undereye area it is best to underfill, let everything settle and after 2-3 weeks add some more. That lessens (but does not eliminate, unfortunately) the risk of edema. The good news is that hyaluronic acid... more
Emily Altman, MD

Short Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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Juvederm removal

Hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm & Restylane can both be partially or completely removed by gradual injection of hyaluronidase, the enzyme that breaks down the hyaluronic acid. I always gently smooth and even lightly massage the filler as I am placing it to try to prevent lumps and bumps. I also mention to my patients that during the first 24 hours, if the patient feels any areas that are lumpy, then the patient can gently smooth the area also. It is completely... more
Kathleen F. Archer, MD

Houston Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Juvederm can be dissolved

Juvederm can be dissolved by injecting a small amount of Hyaluronidase into the material. This works very well and usually very quickly. It will not harm your normal tissue.
Sheri G. Feldman, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologist
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Yes, Juvederm can be removed.

One of the advantages of hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm and Restylane is that they can be partially or totally removed at any time with a small injection of hyaluronidase. Eyelids swell very easily, and you can develop areas that aren't smooth from swelling or from too much filler. I recommend that you go back to your doctor to discuss this.
Nancy Swartz, MD

Philadelphia Oculoplastic Surgeon

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