Do Non-surgical Nose Job Fillers Dissolve Completely?

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David C. Pearson, MD · Answer

Fillers such as Radiesse eventually dissolve, but this can take a long time in certain areas of the face such as the nose. By "a long time" I mean 2 years or occasionally longer.
Hyaluronic acid gels, on the other hand (Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, etc.), not only dissolve and resorb more quickly, but if need be their dissolution can be sped up with the injection of hyaluronidase, an enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid. This property makes HA fillers very forgiving.
Non-resorbable fillers, such as Artefill--as the term implies--do not resorb or go away. This is both good and bad, depending on what it's used for in the nose and how it's applied.
Certainly if someone is considering a revision surgical rhinoplasty and has a temporary filler (Radiesse, Juvederm, etc.), it's very important that the filler is completely dissolved before surgery so that an accurate revision can be done.
All the best,
--DCP

Oakley Smith, MD, FRCSC · Answer

However the length of time varies with the product. Juvederm and Restylane last 4 to 6 months. A bit longer than elsewhere in the face as there is less movement at the nose. Radiesse lasts longer, a year or two. There are few surgeons using permanent fillers at present. Injectable rhinoplasty is great for minor irregularities and small augmentations. Unfortunately it can't make a nose smaller, so its not suitable for many noses. However it those cases where it is indicated, it works very well.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

Yes they can dissolve completely but it depends on the product that is being used. Some fillers will last less than a year while others will last up to 5 years. Permanent fillers have also been used but are largely unpopular.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Most fillers that are deemed resorbable will eventually disappear after 6-12 months with some lasting a bit longer.

D.J. Verret, MD · Answer

While fillers do dissolve over time, the time it takes to dissolve does vary. There are also some studies to suggest that some fillers create inflammation that can persist even after the filler is gone.

Do Non-surgical Nose Job Fillers Dissolve Completely?

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Answer: Fillers in the nose

Answer: Fillers Do Dissolve

Answer: Fillers Do Dissolve

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Answer: Fillers Do Dissolve

Answer: Fillers Do Dissolve

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