Composed of a sugar molecule which is also produced naturally in the body, it generally dissolves and is excreted by the body in six to nine months. And if a client wants to get rid of it sooner, the area can be injected with an enzyme which will dissolve the filler completely within two hours.

Do fillers fully dissolve?

Depending on the product, fillers can last anywhere from 6 to 18 months and will deflate naturally. Hyaluronic acid-based lip fillers are dissolved by injecting a product called hyaluronidase. This naturally occurring enzyme helps to quickly break down hyaluronic acid in the body.

How long does it take for fillers to dissolve?

Most hyaluronic acid fillers used in the lips, jawline, and cheeks, including Juvederm and Restylane, metabolize after 6 months to a year. Sculptra can continue to provide results in the face for up to two years.