If the filler isn't permanent, such as Restylane Silk or Juvederm, the lips will return to their original shape, according to Dr. Howard Sobel, founder of DDF Skincare. Permanent fillers, such as Silicon 1000, will remain unchanged. Hyaluronic acid fillers, like Restylane, Juvederm, and Belotero, are broken down naturally by the body.
These products can induce collagen production, so some correction of residual volume may persist, but the products eventually break down. Many patients worry that when the filling wears off, they will look worse than before. Although fillers can stretch the skin, they are elastic enough to return to its original shape before treatment. However, too much filler can cause skin to sag. For lines and wrinkles closer to the skin, a thinner product is used to fill the contour and soften the skin.
These products last 6 to 12 months. It's a common misconception that because dermal fillers are metabolized by the body over time (and therefore require touch-ups to maintain the effect), if you simply stop receiving the injections, the filler will eventually dissolve on its own. Studies have shown filler debris for 5 years. In certain patients, a steroid injection can help reverse the effects of some of these fillers to a certain extent, but the only sure way to “undo” the results of these fillers is to wait for the body to absorb them. Choose a provider with the knowledge and experience to discern the right filler for your needs and the ability to safely and accurately inject fillers to achieve a beautiful result. In areas of the face with more movement, such as the lips, for example, constant muscle movement breaks down and dissolves the filler at a faster rate. If you prefer not to wait a year or more for the fill to fade naturally, an expert supplier can improve your results considerably through strategic placement of an additional filler.
Fillers are also used for liquid rhinoplasty, a non-invasive technique used to improve the appearance and harmony of the nose with the facial anatomy. Traditional hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are gradually broken down by the body, and the rate at which this occurs depends on how cross-linked (thick) the particular filler is. Dr. Mobin Master points out that dermal filler can last much longer than dermal filler brands say. Before you receive your first filler injection, you may want to know how soon you will see results, how long your results will last, and how long it will take for the fillers to dissolve if in the end you don't like them. Consult with a trusted doctor who doesn't overdo your fillers and stays away from failed filling jobs and a visit to a plastic surgeon for costly plastic surgery to restore your face.
