Q. If you don't like a cosmetic injection like Radiesse or Juvederm, can it be removed?
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Yes, if you don’t like a cosmetic injection such as Radiesse or Juvederm, it can be removed. Generally speaking, most fillers will last for up to one year after your initial treatment. However, these products are biodegradable and can eventually disappear on their own over time.
If you’ve had a cosmetic procedure that has resulted in an undesirable outcome and want it reversed immediately, the best option is usually directly injecting the area with an enzyme-based solution called Hyaluronidase. This enzyme breaks down hyaluronic acid (the main ingredient of many dermal fillers) so that it is reabsorbed by your body over time and any undesired effect disappears naturally. For some treatments like Radiesse or Sculptra (another type of cosmetic filler), this may not work as effectively and may require surgery to remove the material from beneath your skin.
It's important to know that removing medically injected fillers carries certain risks and should always be done under the supervision of experienced professionals who understand proper injection techniques and anatomy. That way you can ensure that you're taking all possible steps towards safe removal without causing additional damage to your existing tissue structures or introducing further complications into the healing process.