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.