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Generally, it takes 6 months to see optimal results from Bellafill. If you are unhappy after this time I suggest 5fu/steroid injections and venus legacy or exilis treatments to even out the results. Please see an expert who treats a significant amount of filler complications. Best, Dr. Emer
If the Bellafill is injected too superficially, as with any filler in the cheeks, you will see it when you smile. If it is early on, wait at least 6 months to see how it ends up. There is some swelling initially and the end result doesn't look exactly like it does immediately after the injection. If you are more than 6 months out, you can try 5FU or collagenase to reduce the collagen build up around the Bellafill.
Since Bellafill is made up of a very small amount of PMMA micro beads that cause bio-stimulation of your own collagen, it is important to wait at least 6 months to see the ultimate results. In the first 3 months you will absorb the bovine collagen that mostly makes up the volume that is initially injected with Bellafill and replace it with your own immature or firm collagen. In the ensuing months, this immature collagen is usually replaced with soft collagen that usually gives a much softer look.I hope that helps.Best regards.
Thank you for your question. Bellafill is a permanent filler. It can either be surgically removed or additional fillers can be injected surrounding the area to feather the transition between the injected area and normal skin. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have the area evaluated and to discuss treatment options that best suit your needs.
This does occur with Bellafill and your pictures do not look concerning. The end result is somewhat similar to what it looked like immediately after the injection. Swelling occurs after most fillers can is almost always worst on the the 2nd day after the procedure. To help the swelling, sleep on...
I can take a couple days to settle down. This is nothing to worry about. Somewhat larger cannulas are used with Bellafill but they all heal up fine. If it becomes tender or red, discuss with your provider. Bellafill is a safe, long lasting filler. I place the filler deeply with cannulas as well.
Filler migration and granuloma formation can cause longterm problems with Bellafill and Artefill fillers. This is similar in patients who have Artecoll and PMMA fillers. Longterm filler complications include migration, edema, chronic swelling, and nodularity. If patients have filler migration or...