Does Bella Injectable Filler work permanently?

My background/ experience with Bellafill is as follows: L treated the first 20 patients in the U.S. with this filler ( originally called Artecoll/Artefill ) & reported those results in a medical journal; also took part in the FDA final phase 3 trials ( only U.S. M.D. at the approval meeting in Maryland ); was one of the doctors who reported in a plastic surgery journal the 5 year follow up study ( showing 5 year duration ); did the 12 year follow-up for the manufacturer showing 12 year duration: so my  experience is extensive and provides you some valuable perspective for your interests. Doctors & patients alike generally agree: the effects are considerably longer than 5 years- call that as one may..

Hello - All good feedback from panel members.  Although Bellafill does not have a permanent duration in the true sense of the word, it is a semi-permanent filler.  This means that the effects may last upwards of five years.  This is a good reason why we choose not to use Bellafill in our practice.  If there are any lumps, bumps, or unsatisfactory outcomes, there is no easy way to address these negative side effects.  We believe that the potential adverse or negative side effects outweigh any potential benefits.  Besides, there are much better and more direct ways to address acne scars with laser technology.

That's hard to say because at some point, the continued aging of your face will change your appearance, even if the Bellafill is persistent in the area that was originally injected. At present the manufacturer states that the product lasts up to 5 years, which in the world of facial fillers is a very long time.  

Bellafill is theoretically permanent.  I say theorectically because it has been avaialbe in the US for about 10 years.  The FDA approves the product for 5 years and long term studies are currently underway to show the filler will be long lasting. 

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  Bellafill is considered a semi-permanent implant with the newest formulation comprised of Collagen and PMMA particles to supply up to 5 years worth of results.  As the collagen slowly breaks down patients will benefit from a touch-up, but Bellafill is currently the longest lasting filler on the market.  Be sure to see an experienced injector as Bellafill can not be dissolved like the hyaluronic acid family of fillers.  Hope this helps.

Thank you for your question.

Bellafill is FDA approved for 5 years. This is the longest FDA approval for any filler. That is not to say that the product cannot or does not last longer than 5 years. The collagen portion of the filler will be metabolized by the body, but the PMMA microsphere is the more permanent part of the filler. I don't want to say it is 100%permanent, because the studies just haven't been conducted past 5 years; however, it is the most permanent filler solution available right now.

Most studies support a 5 year indication for BellaFill.  The filler is composed of collagen and PMMA microspheres.  Many doctors consider BellaFill to be a 'semipermanent' filler because some of the PMMA might not broken down although the collagen certainly would be.  Patients choosing BellaFill should be sure they want like filler in the areas it is injected so it is likely not a best choice for first time filler users.

Bellafill, like autologous fat transfer which I also use in my practice, is essentially permanent.  That said, it cannot halt future changes in the skin and soft tissue associated with aging.  The product contains bovine collagen, which serves as a carrier for the durable, more-permanent PMMA. After an extended period of time, the patient may need a "touch-up" of product to maintain a great result.We have enjoyed the long-lasting effects of Bellafill in our practice.  I recommend consulting with an experienced physician to determine which filler or surgical treatment is appropriate for you.Best of luck! 

I consider BellaFill to be  a semi-permanent filler.  It has a temporaty componant that provides immediate results.  Approximately 20% of the filler is PMMA which permenantly simulates you own collagen to grow.   We have seen great success with this filler at our practice.  We are thrilled to have a long lasting option for our patients.

Bellafill is a semi-permanent filler. Our office is a regional referral center for filler complications and we continue to see complications with patients who have undergone volume enhancement with these types of fillers. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles