Still able to dissolve filler after 2 years?

Question

I got Restylane fillers 2 years ago in my mid-cheek area and the effects are still present. Overall, I’m happy with the results However, there's a small area of cheek filler (1/2" radius) on both sides that I'd really like to go away. Can I still dissolve the filler if it's been 2 years? Has it become intertwined with my own tissue? Are there more risks involved after 2 years? Is it worth attempting? Or will it ‘eventually’ dissipate on its own? Are there other solutions?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

There is a certain degree of scar tissue that forms around temporary injectable gel fillers. Sometimes, temporary gel fillers may last for several years, however, when were dealing with a mobile area like the cheek, that would be unlikely. If you have a small raised area, you could consider Consulting with your doctor about either an enzyme injection or a dilute steroid injection. I hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC · Answer

You can you the enzyme hyaluronidase at any point and time to dissolve hyaluronic acid filler. It's unlikely that there is much restylane filler left after 2 years in the cheeks, so you could also wait it out. That said, if it bothers you, a dermatologist can safely try to dissolve the old filler.

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