Understanding Dermal Filler Complications and Reversal
Dermal fillers have become increasingly popular in aesthetic medicine, offering patients non-surgical solutions for various cosmetic concerns. However, it's crucial to understand both the potential complications and available reversal options.
Common Complications Requiring Reversal
Over-volumisation: Excessive filler application leading to unnatural fullness and puffiness in treated areas
Filler Migration: Movement of filler material from the intended treatment site to surrounding areas, causing irregular appearance
Improper Placement: Technical errors resulting in filler being injected into incorrect tissue planes or facial muscles
Tyndall Effect: Bluish discolouration occurring when hyaluronic acid filler is placed too superficially under the skin
Asymmetry and Contour Issues: Uneven distribution or placement leading to facial imbalance
Rare but Serious Complications
Infection: Although uncommon, bacterial contamination can lead to localised or systemic infection
Vascular Complications: Including tissue necrosis from inadvertent intravascular injection or vessel compression
Advanced Reversal Technology: Ultrasound-Guided Dissolution
Modern aesthetic clinics now utilise ultrasound technology to provide precise and effective filler reversal treatments. This advanced approach offers several benefits:
Real-time visualisation of filler placement and surrounding anatomy
Precise targeting of problematic filler deposits
Enhanced safety during the dissolution process
Better treatment outcomes through accurate delivery of dissolving agents
Patient Education and Monitoring
Our clinic emphasises patient education and involvement throughout the reversal process. During your consultation, you'll have the opportunity to:
View your facial anatomy through ultrasound imaging
Understand the exact location and extent of filler complications
Participate in treatment planning
Monitor the dissolution process in real-time
Treatment Options
We offer both immediate and planned reversal treatments:
Same-day dissolution: For urgent complications or immediate concerns
Scheduled follow-up treatments: For gradual correction of aesthetic issues
Combination approaches: Tailored treatment plans for complex cases
All procedures are performed under ultrasound guidance to ensure precise and effective treatment delivery while maintaining optimal safety standards.
What is Filler Dissolving?
Filler dissolving is a process that involves injecting small quantities of a liquid substance, called Hyaluronidase (or 'hyalase') into areas of previous hyaluronic acid dermal filler. This process dissolves the filler and helps to reverse its cosmetic effects.
Our Approach at Karwal Aesthetics
Using a comprehensive ultrasound scanning technology, we can locate the filler and inject the hyaluronidase precisely into the targeted area. The ultrasound imaging provides real-time visualisation of the filler placement.
We utilise a cannula for precise injection, which allows for better control and accuracy during the dissolving process.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
If you're experiencing complications from dermal fillers or are concerned about a previous treatment, don't hesitate to reach out. Our specialist team is here to help with safe, effective solutions.
Book online: Visit our website to schedule your consultation
Call us: Speak directly with our patient care team at 07340 664 388
Emergency cases: We offer priority appointments for urgent vascular complications
Take the first step toward resolving your filler complications with our expert guidance and advanced ultrasound-guided dissolution techniques.
Please note: our clinics are located in London Mayfair and London Kingston.
