Can betadine/iodine solution dissolve filler?

Question

I have filler that is superficial near eyes and injector said betadine would. I have some filler in a superficial area near eye and injector said betadine a iodine would pull the water from filler and flatten it out verses having to flood area with hylaronodaise? Thoughts? Injector said iodine can dissolve almost any organism.

Harold J. Kaplan, MD · Answer

Hi liliruss.  We can't think of any reason why your injector would propose this option.  Hyaluronidase is the accepted method for dissolving Hyaluoric acid based products like Restylane and Juvederm.  We are not aware that other options will work and would not suggest them.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

No, the best way to dissolve filler is with hyaluronidase. It will take a series of treatments. I recommend following up with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Anteneh Roba, MD · Answer

I am not aware that iodine solution can dissolve fillers that has been injected into the subcutaneous space. You may want to ask your injector to provide you with a study that it does.

Ivan Vrcek, MD, FACS · Answer

thank you for your question. The injectors statement about iodine dissolving the filler does not make sense to me. Iodine does not dissolve fillers. It is used to sterilize skin. It also should not be effective in removing water from the area. I would strongly recommend seeing an oculoplastic surgeon for a consultation. I doubt that you need surgery, however, it sounds like you need somebody who is experienced with the anatomy and chemistry of fillers. Best of luck!

Jo Herzog, MD · Answer

I don't think that betadine will do anything other than make your skin look yellow/orange for a while. I have never heard of this as a way to dissolve filler and do not know how it would get to the filler if applied topically

Can betadine/iodine solution dissolve filler?

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Answer: Oculoplastic surgeon

Answer: Oculoplastic surgeon

Answer: I do not think betadine will do anything other than turn you orange

Answer: I do not think betadine will do anything other than turn you orange

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Can betadine/iodine solution dissolve filler?

Answers (10)

Answer: Oculoplastic surgeon

Answer: Oculoplastic surgeon

Answer: I do not think betadine will do anything other than turn you orange

Answer: I do not think betadine will do anything other than turn you orange

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