One way to correct fillers is to dissolve them. Dissolving unwanted fillers is simple, safe, and effective. It is performed using an injectable substance known as hyaluronidase. This substance is injected underneath the skin through a small needle placed in the area of the filler to be removed. To ensure comfort during the injection process, the patient sometimes requires a local anesthetic for this treatment. Thankfully, results of the treatment can be seen within minutes after injection. The hyaluronidase continues to do its work for up to three days after the procedure.
Patients who wish to have non-HA fillers removed such as Radiesse, Sculptra, and others, may be candidates to receive a steroid injection to reverse the effects to a certain extent. However, the main way to truly remove non-hyaluronic acid fillers is to allow them to be naturally absorbed by the body.