I’ve had 3 sessions of HIFU and noticed these pockets recently, located near my nose. I’m not sure what they are but they feel squishy and become more prominent when i smile and give the chubby cheeks look. I didn’t have them before so I’m not sure if it’s just ageing or due to the hifu. It’s made me so self conscious. What are the best options to have this removed?
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Hi lkv96,
Sorry to hear you’re unhappy with your filler.
9 days post treatment is too soon to see the healed result. Most of the swelling and bruising will last 2 weeks, however it can take up to a full month to fully inter grate into your tissue.
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Hello
Sorry you are experiencing lumpiness.
1 year post filler should be starting to recede. I would advise massaging the area.
If it is of substantial concern you could try some hylase to dissolve, however looking at your photos I would suggest letting it naturally degrade as I can’t see a...