I had juvederm injections 3 1/2 weeks ago and one side is uneven which I am being told is swelling but I'm certain its not swelling and is product. I am considering Hyaluronidase but would like to know how long this stays in your skin for and how long I will have to wait to have more jevederm injections by a more skilled doctor
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December 27, 2022
Answer: Recommended to wait at least 2 weeks before refilling
If the hyaluronidase were to reduce excess volume of Juvederm or Restylane then you may see improvement once the new swelling and possible brusing resolves. If there were no overcorrection, then you may even consider one more attempt at filling the area to improve the appearance. Different...
IT is difficult to quantify the effects of hyalturonidase and using dilution of the product, one could administer extremely small quantities but to some degree you will get an all or nothing response.
The answer to your question is that hyaluronidase does not typically dissolve enough of your native hyaluronic acid (HA) to show as a depression at the strength and concentration we use.
Think of it this way. HA as a filler is injected in a bolus, or larger but discrete deposit that...