Why Dissolving Dermal Filler Isn’t Always a Bad Thing
When people hear the phrase "dissolving filler," they often assume something has gone wrong. While there are certainly cases where poorly placed or excessive filler needs to be corrected - often from treatments performed by other practitioners - the truth is that dissolving filler is not always a negative step. In many cases, it is simply part of a natural and thoughtful approach to maintaining your best results over time.
Why Would We Dissolve Filler?
Filler is not permanent, and for good reason. Products used several years ago may no longer be suitable for your current skin quality, facial structure, or aesthetic goals. Over time, hyaluronic acid fillers can migrate subtly from their original placement, leading to less defined contours or a look that no longer complements your face.
In addition, the quality and technology of dermal fillers have significantly improved over the years. Modern fillers offer better integration with the tissues, longer-lasting but more natural results, and more predictable behaviour in the skin. If you were treated several years ago, it’s possible the product used at that time may no longer be ideal — even if the work was expertly done.
Finally, as we age, the structure of the face changes. We naturally lose bone density, fat pads shift, and skin elasticity reduces. A filler placement that once looked perfect can start to look less harmonious as your facial anatomy evolves. Dissolving old filler allows us to work with the face as it is now, creating a more natural and flattering result.
The Benefits of Dissolving Filler
Choosing to dissolve filler can be empowering! It offers a "clean slate" that allows for a more strategic, bespoke treatment plan. Rather than layering new filler on top of old, migrated product, we can start fresh, carefully rebuilding volume, contour, and balance where it is really needed.
Key benefits include:
- Restoring natural facial harmony
- Removing product that has migrated or created heaviness
- Allowing for better, more precise re-treatment
- Adjusting to your current facial structure and skin quality
- Using newer, more advanced filler technologies for optimal results
How Filler Dissolving Works
At Claire Lavery Aesthetics, we use a enzyme called hyaluronidase to break down hyaluronic acid-based fillers. The process is safe, quick, and targeted, ensuring that only the undesired filler is affected while leaving your natural tissues unharmed. After dissolving, we typically recommend allowing the area to settle for a few weeks before considering further treatments, giving your skin time to fully recover.
A Thoughtful, Expert-Led Approach
Filler dissolving is never rushed and is always tailored to your individual needs and goals. Whether it’s correcting previous work, refreshing your look after years of gradual migration, or updating your aesthetic plan to reflect the latest techniques and products, dissolving is simply part of maintaining beautiful, natural results over time.
If you feel your filler is no longer enhancing your appearance - or you simply want a professional opinion - we are here to guide you through the process safely and expertly.
Book a consultation today to find out whether dissolving and re-treating could be the next positive step in your aesthetic journey.
