Removing hyaluronic acid from the lips is a process of its removal by biodegradation, that is, decomposition into low-molecular fragments that are excreted through the lymph and bloodstream.
Among the reasons why patients want to remove hyaluronic acid, the most common are such as an unsuccessful procedure for correcting the shape and volume of the lips (due to the incompetence of the doctor or non-compliance with the rules of the preparation/rehabilitation period), migration of the gel, and the individual reaction of the body to the material.
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Defects requiring filler removal
Facial features will not immediately become similar to what the clinic’s advertisement promised. There must be a rehabilitation period, during which the injection site heals, swelling goes away and the body as a whole gets used to the filler.
How can you determine whether the healing process is proceeding normally, or whether the situation is out of control and the filler needs to be removed? Indications for the “do everything as it was” procedure may include:
- Asymmetrical and unsightly contouring . The hyaluronic acid should be distributed evenly over the lip, but if the drug forms a noticeable relief, nodules, or is present on one side in greater quantities than on the other, there is probably too much filler or the injection was carried out at an insufficient depth.
- Distortion of facial proportions. If the filler is injected too deeply or due to the individual characteristics of the patient, the filler can move under the skin, changing the contours of the lips.
- Hypercorrection of lips , which end up looking not just unnatural, but ugly.
- Hematomas , severe redness and swelling for more than 7 days.
- Tissue necrosis , which is diagnosed by whitening of the skin.
Based on the scale of the problem, there are several ways to remove lips after hyaluronic acid: massage, physiotherapy, applications with special gels, injections of the enzyme hyaluronidase.
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Depending on the density of the filler, the substance remains in the tissues for six months to a year. During this time, the filler is gradually destroyed and removed from the body naturally, which is bad if the procedure has a positive effect, and good if the “beauty injection” was unsuccessful.
The process of removing small amounts of hyaluronic acid can be accelerated by simply stimulating blood circulation. Intense sports, walks in the fresh air and healthy eating will help with this. If the problem requires decisive action, then you should turn to injections or physical therapy with the enzyme hyaluronidase or collagenase.
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What problems require treatment with hyaluronidase?
Most often, patients come to the clinic after unsuccessful lip augmentation in two cases:
- When the drug shines through the mucous membrane because it was not injected deeply enough.
- When unsightly lumps appear on the lips because the drug was administered incorrectly or granulomas have formed.
Also, when introducing hyaluronic acid into different parts of the body, the following complications are possible:
- threatening necrosis of the skin and subcutaneous tissue around the lower lip;
- Tyndall effect or swelling under the eyes caused by too superficial placement of the drug;
- abscesses after increasing the volume of the cheeks;
- early and late allergic reactions.
Lumpiness of lips
Lip necrosis
Swelling of lips
Problems arise due to the administration of a low-quality drug or as a result of the administration of biological products under questionable sanitary conditions.
Many of these patients do not receive care from the esthetician who performed the cross-linked hyaluronic acid procedure because he is not qualified enough to resolve the medical problem in the event of an adverse event. A beauty salon is not a clinic! And a cosmetologist is not a doctor!
Is it possible to remove filler from lips without injections?
Until recently, the only available filler removal methods were Lidase injections . This drug is widely known among cosmetologists and regularly appears in their arsenal. But, unfortunately, Lidaza is an old generation drug that has a number of contraindications, including pregnancy and lactation. In addition, the injection method is traumatic and painful. Currently, there is a more progressive and environmentally friendly way to remove excess hyaluronic acid from the lips - the innovative product Fermenkol.
It not only breaks down excess hyaluronic acid, but also eliminates pathological collagen, which forms fibrous tissue in the deep layers of the skin and makes lips unsightly. Fermenkol has undergone many clinical trials and in a comparative analysis has proven its superiority compared to other anti-scar agents.
Fermenkol has a scientifically proven mechanism of action and consists of 9 active collagenase enzymes - a substance that destroys deformed collagen and excess hyaluronic acid. Fermenkol breaks down fibrous tissue in the lips and returns them to their original appearance.
Incorrect administration of hyaluronic acid – when and who to contact?
Below is a list of the most alarming symptoms that - if they occur after the injection of cross-linked hyaluronic acid - should prompt the patient to immediately seek help from a specialist experienced in treating complications in the field of aesthetic medicine:
- pain that is not relieved by over-the-counter pain medications;
- increased swelling of the face;
- dyspnea (shortness of breath);
- whitening, decrease or increase in skin temperature over the injection site of hyaluronic acid;
- suspicion of an abscess;
- heat.
Unsatisfactory aesthetic effect, asymmetry, visible lumps and translucency of the drug do not require urgent intervention.
The only correct address where you can eliminate the consequences of complications after using hyaluronic acid is the office of a dermatologist with experience in treating complications in the field of aesthetic medicine.
How to remove hyaluronic acid from lips with physiotherapy
The main advantage of this method is the ability to remove lip filler at home. Physiotherapy can be performed using Nevoton devices for electrophoresis or Reton devices for phonophoresis.
Both methods involve applying Fermenkol gel to the problem area. Active components are transferred to the deep layers of the skin using electric current or ultrasound. Unlike injections, these methods do not damage the epidermis, do not require a rehabilitation period, act locally without affecting healthy tissue, and have a cumulative effect. The procedures last no more than 20 minutes a day, and the course is 10–15 sessions.
Leading doctor Svetlana Viktorovna Ogorodnikova will help you select the necessary product from the Femenkol line. Ask her a question in a special section and get a free consultation. Start taking action today to restore your lips to their original appearance as quickly as possible.
How to remove filler from lips using injections
As such, the enzyme hyaluronidase is not used in its pure form . But it is actively used in cosmetic products that have an anti-scar effect, for example, in the drug Lidaza. But Lidaza is an old generation drug; at the moment there are more effective methods for removing scar tissue from the lips. An innovative product in cosmetology - Fermenkol. It not only breaks down excess hyaluronic acid, but also eliminates abnormal collagen. Fermenkol has undergone many clinical trials and in a comparative analysis has proven its superiority compared to other anti-scar agents.
It contains 9 active collagenase enzymes, a substance that breaks down unhealthy collagen and excess hyaluronic acid (which fills the space between collagen fibers). Fermenkol removes fibrous tissue from the lips and removes it naturally, due to which the filler breaks down and the face returns to its original appearance.
Fermencol should be injected into deep areas of scar tissue using ultrasound, microcurrents or electrophoresis. Fermenkol acts only on scar tissue without affecting healthy cells.
How quickly does hyaluronidase work?
The effect of hyaluronidase is immediate, but often causes swelling, so most often patients see the effect of complete dissolution of hyaluronidase only after 2-3 days.
- If it is necessary to dissolve only part of the hyaluronic acid, small doses of the enzyme must be administered every 10-14 days.
- If we are dealing with a serious complication and want to dissolve all the acid at once, large doses of the enzyme should be used.
Effect of hyaluronidase
How to remove hyaluronic acid from lips with physiotherapy
The main advantage of using this method is the ability to remove hyaluronic acid from the lips at home. Physiotherapy can be applied using a phonophoresis apparatus with ultrasonic waves or using electrophoresis with a constant galvanic current.
Both methods involve applying a cosmetic substance to the problem area, and transferring its particles into the deep layers of the skin using physical influence with electric current or ultrasound, without damaging the epidermis, as happens with injections (an injection hole remains, additional trauma). The procedure takes no more than 20 minutes, and the course is 10–15 sessions, the duration of the procedure is 20 minutes per day.
- Electrophoresis involves the transfer of particles of a medicinal solution due to the potential difference of electrodes, which are connected to the device at one end and inserted into a gasket moistened with the solution at the other. It is installed on the lip, then a comfortable current strength is set on the device until a pleasant tingling sensation is felt.
- During phonophoresis, a thick layer of gel is applied to the lip (during the procedure, greater absorption occurs). The device is pressed tightly against the defect, however, without pressure or discomfort. The required wave frequency is set, and the ultrasonic emitter of the device is held on the problem area throughout the entire session or slowly moved with translational movements.
Both procedures can be done in a clinic at your place of residence, or at home using Elfor for electrophoresis or Reton for phonophoresis devices. Both devices can be used in the future for other cosmetic procedures; this is a successful investment in your beauty and health.
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What not to do after lip augmentation
A cosmetologist will definitely tell you how to care for your lips after the procedure. Compliance with the recommendations is especially important during the first two weeks, because... this greatly affects the result.
It is forbidden:
- Take a hot bath, shower.
- Visit the sauna, bathhouse, solarium.
- Drink hot drinks.
- Take medications that affect blood clotting.
- Drink alcohol and smoke.
- Paint.
- Apply creams and ointments. Exception: those recommended by the cosmetologist after the procedure.
- Actively move your lips - stretch, press, stretch, strain, open your mouth wide, etc.
- Visit the dentist.
- Press on lips.
- Engage in sports and heavy physical activity.
- Touch surfaces with your lips that you are not sure are clean, because... high risk of infection.
- Kiss.
