How long are fillers in the hands supposed to last?

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I had fillers in my hands and the effect  only lasteda matter of weeks.(I had paid £500 for this). I went back to the clinic and after writing a letter of complaint to their head office I was finally offered and 2nd lot of filler as the first lot did not work. This only lasted a couple ofmonths. Is this unusual? Has anyone else had this experience?

Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. We get this question often. Radiesse is supposed to last 1 year.  Those who move their hands excessively will have it wear off sooner, (9 months).  In Las Vegas, we get many card dealers who take pride in the appearance of their hands, as that is what the public sees.  Often the aging had will have more visible vessels and tendons.  The hands may also have solar damage, or just aging changes to the skin.  We often will inject patients with Radiesse to add volume to the hands and decrease the harsh appearance of the vessels and tendons.  Radiesse is FDA approved for this.  We often will follow this up with appropriate peels to help smooth the coloration and give the skin a more vibrant look.  Best to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.  They have had multiple years of hand surgery training, and know hand anatomy and function well.   Some, (like our office), have had additional hand fellowship training.   They are also well versed in how to best treat the skin, as they diagnose and operate on it.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

My personal preference is to use Silikon-1000, an off-label filler for permanent results. Hand augmentation with Silikon-1000 may require several treatments, but patient satisfaction is high. Visible veins and tendons are dramatically reduced, and a more youthful hand appearance is the norm

	I've attached a link to a photo demonstrating permanent hand rejuvenation with Silikon-1000. The video below discusses hand rejuvenation at 5:15

	Hope this helps.

	Dr. Joseph

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Filler longevity depends on the product used, the amount injected, and your metabolism.  I encourage you explore Renuva!  This product is specifically designed to address age related fat loss.  When it is injected you will have the benefits similar to a filler.  However over time this product is gradually replaced by your own fat giving you longer lasting results.  See my website or a provider near you to learn more.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

How long does fillers in the hands last?  It depends upon the filler used.  Some fillers last 6 months, and some last longer.

How long are fillers in the hands supposed to last?

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