Can Chin HA Fillers get Mini Liposuctioned out or manually removed at 4 months of injection?

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I'm going to be booking consults and want to know if this is risky or feasible? I don't want to use hyaluronidase because of the risks. -Would facial MRI/Ultrasound help to see if this is doable? Im getting these done -What should I know/ what's the risks... what do I ask the surgeon in consult? -Will this cause fillers to migrate -Will lipo hurt my tissues or cause lumpiness or weird chin shape? Any advice? Thanks so much!!!

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Chin hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are designed to be temporary and are gradually absorbed by the body over time. However, if you are not satisfied with the results or experience complications, there are a few options for removal or reduction:

Options for Reducing or Removing HA Fillers
Hyaluronidase Injections:

Mechanism: Hyaluronidase is an enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid, the main component of HA fillers.
Procedure: A trained medical professional injects hyaluronidase directly into the area with the HA filler.
Effectiveness: Hyaluronidase works quickly, often dissolving the filler within a few hours to a few days.
Safety: This is a common and generally safe procedure, but it should be performed by an experienced practitioner to avoid adverse effects.
Manual Removal or Mini Liposuction:

Feasibility: Manually removing or using liposuction to remove HA fillers is generally not recommended. HA fillers are gel-like and diffuse within the tissue, making them difficult to remove using traditional surgical methods.
Risks: Attempting to remove fillers manually or with liposuction can lead to tissue damage, scarring, and other complications.
Effectiveness: These methods are not effective for HA fillers and can cause more harm than good.
Considering the Timing
4 Months Post-Injection:
At four months, some of the HA filler might have already been partially absorbed by your body, depending on the specific filler used and your individual metabolism.
The remaining filler can still be effectively dissolved with hyaluronidase if desired.
Consultation with a Professional
Assessment: Consult with a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who has experience with injectable fillers. They can assess the situation and recommend the best course of action.
Procedure: If hyaluronidase is deemed appropriate, the professional can administer the enzyme safely and effectively.
Summary
Hyaluronidase Injection: The preferred and most effective method for reducing or removing HA fillers. It is safe and works quickly.
Manual Removal or Liposuction: Not recommended due to ineffectiveness and high risk of complications.
It's important to address any concerns with a qualified medical professional who can guide you through the safest and most effective options for managing your HA fillers.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

The best and least risky way to remove fillers is to have them dissolved with hyaluronidase.  If you do not wish to have that done you may want to wait until the fillers are metabolized naturally over time.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

The best way to remove HA fillers is by injection of enzyme hyaluronidase into the filler. Within hours filler is dissolved without bruising and swelling typical for invasive (liposuction) procedure. Hope this helps.

John L. Burns Jr., MD · Answer

Removing hyaluronic acid fillers with hyaluronidase is safe and effective and not a risky procedure.  Liposuction for fillers would cause more harm than good.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

No, fillers should not be removed by liposuction because of the risk of damage to your face. The enzymes will dissolve the fillers, or you can wait and the fillers will slowly absorb. Exercising can speed this process up quicker.

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