What is Ultrasound Guided Filler Dissolving
Filler is one of the most popular facial aesthetic treatments available, boosting volume in target areas around the eyes, across the cheeks, and along the jawline of a client’s face.
However, there can be times when a filler treatment doesn’t quite work out as planned, either due to inexperienced aestheticians, too much product being used or complications arising.
On these occasions, it’s important to know your options. One option, which is fast growing in popularity, is called ultrasound guided filler assessment, using detailed imagery to provide dermal filler assessments and to facilitate accurate filler removal.
This treatment is a multi-step filler reversal or identification journey, which uses ultrasound imagery to visualise the presence and location of filler and then relies on a targeted injectable called hyaluronidase to dissolve any unwanted filler that’s present.
How Does Ultrasound Guided Filler Dissolving Work?
There are two main steps to this particular dermal filler dissolving process. The first uses ultrasound imagery to inform your practitioner on the location and density of filler, while the second step tackles the dissolving/removal itself.
The use of ultrasound technology is what makes this treatment both effective and efficient, as it arms the practitioner with all the information they need regarding the location of filler, the amount of filler, and what’s going on around it. This optimises the precision of filler dissolving and allows the treatment to be highly tailored according to the client’s individual needs.
The injectable used to dissolve the filler is called Hyaluronidase, breaking down the hyaluronic acid.
How this injection is managed depends on the information from the ultrasound, in terms of both location and the depth of the needle.
The Benefits of Ultrasound Guided Filler Dissolution
Now you know what makes ultrasound guided filler dissolution different from a regular filler dissolving treatment, what the benefits are, and who this treatment is designed to help.
This treatment can be for anyone who isn’t happy with the placement, density, or overall look of their filler. It could be that you’ve decided to embrace natural ageing, or that you’re no longer happy (or never were happy!) with the way your filler looks. It also is ideal for patients who have had dissolving before, with unsuccessful removal. Whatever your reason for looking to dissolve filler, approaching it via this new ultrasound-enhanced technique not only maximises the efficiency of the treatment but ensures that every step of the process is informed by accurate information and visualisation.
And that’s not all. The use of the ultrasound minimises the damage to surrounding blood vessels and tissue, ensures that every treatment is tailored to the needs of the client, and facilitates accurate tracking of filler dissolution as it happens. It can even be used for a dermal filler assessment, inspecting the location and density of filler so that clients and aestheticians can make an informed decision about whether filler is safe to remove or not.
How Do I Book Filler Dissolving Treatment?
At Faces By Bae, we are proud to be one of only a handful of clinics offering this service to our clients.
To find out more or to book a consultation, and say goodbye to unwanted filler at last, get in touch with our team directly.
It’s important to follow any post-treatment guidelines provided by your practitioner to ensure a smooth recovery and optimise your results.
What Can I Expect from Ultrasound Filler Dissolving?
After your Ultrasound Filler Dissolving appointment, you can expect:
A detailed filler assessment
Ultrasound technology is used to carefully assess the location, depth and quantity of filler.
Targeted and precise dissolving
Using the information gathered from the ultrasound scan, Hyaluronidase can be injected exactly where it is needed.
A personalised treatment plan
Ultrasound guidance allows the practitioner to tailor the dissolving process based on your unique anatomy and the characteristics of the filler present.
Are There Any Limitations to Ultrasound Filler Dissolving?
While ultrasound guided filler dissolving is highly effective, it is important to understand that results can vary depending on several factors. The type of filler used, the amount present, and how the filler has integrated with surrounding tissue can all influence how easily it can be dissolved.
In some cases, more than one treatment session may be required to fully remove the filler. Additionally, only hyaluronic acid based fillers can be dissolved with Hyaluronidase. Fillers made from other substances may not respond to this treatment.
A professional consultation and ultrasound assessment allows your practitioner to evaluate these factors and determine the most suitable treatment plan for your individual needs.
What Aftercare is Required for Ultrasound Filler Dissolving?
Our team will provide you with a personalised aftercare plan tailored to your specific treatment and skin type to maximise your results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ultrasound guided filler dissolving is a treatment that uses medical ultrasound imaging to locate dermal filler beneath the skin. Once identified, a dissolving enzyme called Hyaluronidase is carefully injected to break down unwanted hyaluronic acid filler.
Ultrasound allows practitioners to see exactly where filler is located beneath the skin. This improves accuracy and safety by ensuring the dissolving enzyme is delivered precisely where it is required.
Hyaluronic acid based fillers can be dissolved using Hyaluronidase. These are the most common types of dermal fillers used in aesthetic treatments.
Patients may seek filler dissolving if they are unhappy with the appearance of their filler, have experienced migration, wish to reverse previous treatments, or want to return to a more natural look.
The appointment typically includes an ultrasound assessment followed by targeted injections. The exact length of treatment depends on the amount and location of filler being dissolved.
Some results may be visible shortly after treatment, but the full dissolving process may take several days as the enzyme breaks down the filler.
Yes, in many cases filler can still be identified and dissolved even if it was injected some time ago. Ultrasound imaging helps locate older filler that may not be visible externally.
Most patients experience only mild discomfort. A numbing agent can be used to make the procedure more comfortable if required.
Yes, a consultation is essential. The practitioner will assess your medical history, examine the treatment area and determine whether dissolving is the most appropriate option.
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