Filler dissolving is a medically indicated treatment used to correct issues arising from the placement of hyaluronic acid based dermal fillers. Patients may require this procedure due to product migration, asymmetry, overfilling, or complications such as inflammatory response, vascular compromise, or delayed swelling. The treatment involves injecting hyaluronidase, an enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid filler, allowing it to be safely reabsorbed by the body.
Treatment is typically considered where the presence of filler is causing functional disruption, tissue imbalance, or clinical concern. The lips are one of the most commonly treated areas, although filler dissolving can be performed in any region where hyaluronic acid has been used.