8 years and my nose is still not back to normal after fillers (Photo)

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Please help, no one has given me any advice or answers that are sufficient to explain why I still have fillers in my nose. We did not use permanent fillers, the complication was that I did get swelling and bruising and potential vascular complications. Is this scare tissue? Is this filler? It’s been over 8 years. What can I do to get my nose back to its original state, please help.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

I know you're upset with your nasal appearance, however, your nasal tip appearance in your current photo appears to be pleasing. We have seen injectable fillers last for many years in somebody's nose, because the nose is static and does not move. It is conceivable that you could have persistent HA in your nose, and the dissolving enzyme may be something to consider.

Sometimes people come to us for a rhinoplasty surgery who have filler in their noses, and we have seen the dissolving enzyme make fillers disappear in several days or less. I hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Hello,

I'm sorry to hear about your prolonged issues following filler injections. After 8 years, it is unlikely that the filler itself is still present, especially if it was not a permanent type. The symptoms you describe, such as swelling, bruising, and potential vascular complications, could have led to the formation of scar tissue or other long-term changes in the tissue of your nose.

To determine the exact cause and appropriate treatment, I recommend the following steps:

Consultation with a Specialist: Seek out a board-certified dermatologist or a plastic surgeon who specializes in facial aesthetics and complications from fillers. They can perform a thorough evaluation and may use imaging studies to assess the underlying tissue.

Possible Treatments:

Scar Tissue: If scar tissue is present, treatments such as laser therapy, microneedling, or steroid injections might be effective in reducing its appearance.
Residual Filler: In the rare case that residual filler is present, an enzyme called hyaluronidase can be used to dissolve hyaluronic acid-based fillers. However, this would not be effective on non-hyaluronic acid fillers.
Surgical Options: In some cases, surgical intervention might be necessary to remove scar tissue or correct any structural changes.

Follow-Up Care: Ensure continuous follow-up with your specialist to monitor the progress and make any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.

It's important to address this with a professional who can provide personalized care. I hope you find relief and a solution soon.

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