Can saltwater be used as a temporary filler?

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Hello, I read once that some docters inject saltwater to give you a clue on how fillers would look like. Is this true? How long does they last? And cant you just basically do that on yourself? Saltwater is not dangerous to get under the skin? Couldent I just go buy saltwater and a cannula on the pharmacy?

Trevor M. Born, MD · Answer

Dear kamillaThere is no contraindication to a saline injection.With Warm RegardsTrevor M Born MD

Rita Rakus, MBBS · Answer

Thanks for your question, I would not advise injection of saltwater/saline to mimic HA filler. You are best seeking the advice of an experienced practitioner to advise the best treatment options

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

We do not use or recommend this technique since water has a much lower viscosity, or consistency than other injectable fillers, so it's not clear that a salt water trial would mimic results. The saline, after injection, is visible for half hour or so, and if you're considering this, it should be performed by a physician. Hope this helps! Dr Joseph

Mehdi Sina, MD · Answer

Hi,An injection of saline can mimic the effects of filler, but the results are very short lived (hours at most). In many ways it does not make sense to "preview" the effects of filler with saline because the hyaluronic acid fillers are reversible, so if you do not love the results, you can dissolve the filler.Best,Mehdi Sina, MD

Matthew Bridges, MD, FACS · Answer

Sterile saline can be injected to simulate the effect of fillers.  It typically lasts

Can saltwater be used as a temporary filler?

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