Op. Dr. Ayşe Öznur Akidil

What Should You Do If You Are Not Satisfied with the Result of Your Aesthetic Procedure?

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Although aesthetic surgery is an important medical field that aims to improve individuals' appearance and increase their self-confidence, unexpected results can sometimes be encountered. Although aesthetic interventions are usually safe and successful, every individual's body structure, recovery process and expectations can be different. That is, the results of an aesthetic intervention performed may sometimes not be as desired. Not being satisfied with aesthetic surgery can be demoralising, especially when the person has high expectations regarding their own appearance. However, dissatisfaction after aesthetic procedures can usually be solved with professional corrective interventions. In this article we will examine in detail how the negative results encountered after an aesthetic procedure can be corrected, which medical solutions can be applied and how the recovery processes are managed.

011. Revision Surgery: A Solution to Correct Your Aesthetic Procedure

In the case of dissatisfaction experienced after aesthetic surgery, the most effective solution is usually revision surgery. Revision surgery is a new surgical intervention performed to correct the unsuccessful results of the primary aesthetic procedure. This intervention can usually be necessary in the following situations:

02a. Undesirable Aesthetic Results

In some cases, the aesthetic intervention performed does not allow you to obtain the expected appearance. For example, after rhinoplasty, symmetry problems, an undesirable nasal shape or structural changes that make breathing difficult can form. Or the implants used in a breast augmentation operation may not look natural or may create more volume than expected.

03b. Complications and a Faulty Recovery Process

Sometimes, after aesthetic surgery procedures, infection, bleeding, suture problems or a slowing in tissue recovery can be seen. Such complications can negatively affect the recovery process and disrupt the aesthetic appearance. In this case, revision surgery may be needed.

04c. Ageing and Changing Needs

After aesthetic surgery, changes can occur in the body structure over time as a result of the ageing process, weight changes or changes in hormone levels. For example, after a facelift procedure the skin can loosen again, or breast implants can shift over time. Revision surgery may be needed to correct such changes.

Revision surgery must be done with a personalised plan taking into account the previous procedure. This procedure, applied a certain time after the first surgery, is shaped according to both your personal expectations and your current aesthetic condition.

052. Filler Corrections: Intervening in Faulty Applications

Aesthetic filler applications are frequently used to correct wrinkles, volume losses and thin lips in the skin. However, in some cases filler applications can lead to undesirable results. For example, excessive filler application can create asymmetry, firmness, swelling or an unnatural appearance. In these cases, dissolving or correcting the filler material may be needed.

06a. Dissolving Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

Hyaluronic acid fillers are among the most commonly used filler materials and are a compound naturally found in the body. The biggest advantage of hyaluronic acid fillers is that these filler materials are reversible. That is, filler materials that are applied in excess or placed incorrectly can be dissolved with hyaluronidase enzyme injections. Hyaluronidase is a natural enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid molecules.

Using the hyaluronidase enzyme, the effect of the filler can be quickly eliminated. This procedure is usually fast and painless. The dissolving of the filler material takes a few minutes and the recovery process is quite short. In this way the person can quickly find a solution to correct the filler errors and improve their aesthetic appearance again.

07b. Alternative Filler Correction Methods

If the filler material is a substance other than hyaluronic acid (for example, calcium hydroxyapatite or polymethylmethacrylate), dissolving these filler materials may not be possible. In this case surgical intervention may be needed. If an excessive filler application has been made or an unnatural shape created, the removal of the filler can be provided with regional corrections or by surgical means.

083. Botox Corrections: Eliminating Frozen Expressions and Asymmetry

Botox is widely used to reduce wrinkles and temporarily relax the muscles under the skin. However, sometimes, due to excessive botox application or wrong application, people can encounter frozen facial expressions or an asymmetric appearance. In this case, a botox correction procedure can be done.

09a. Reducing the Effect of Botox

The effect of botox usually lasts 3-6 months and decreases over time. In an area where excessive botox has been applied, the relaxed muscles begin to move again. However, for a botox correction, additional botox can be applied to reduce the asymmetry that forms as a result of the excessive relaxation of the muscles or to obtain a natural expression. This procedure is done carefully to balance the effect of the excessive botox.

10b. Reducing the Botox Dose or Redoing It

Botox corrections can be done with a very delicate intervention. In some cases, the effect of the excessive botox will decrease in a short time and the skin will return to its old state. However, a botox correction must be done correctly by your aesthetic surgeon.

114. Liposuction and Fat Removal Revision: Eliminating Fat Accumulations and Asymmetry

Liposuction, the fat removal procedure, is used to eliminate unwanted fat accumulations in the body. However, sometimes after liposuction, asymmetry, irregular surfaces or an unexpected fat distribution can be seen. These situations may require a second intervention. Liposuction can be redone to balance the fat removal or create the natural contours of the body.

12a. The Repeat Liposuction Procedure

When the fat accumulations are not removed properly, hollows or wavy areas can form on the surface. Such problems can be eliminated with repeat liposuction. Repeat liposuction, by making regional corrections, ensures that more natural and aesthetic results are obtained.

135. Skin Tightening and Lifting Procedures: Eliminating Sagging

Some aesthetic interventions can lead to sagging in the skin over time due to the ageing process or weight changes. After procedures such as a facelift or tummy tuck, the skin can loosen again. Skin tightening procedures are effective methods used to solve such problems.

14a. Laser Skin Tightening

The skin tightening procedure done with laser prevents loosening in the skin and provides tightening by increasing collagen production under the skin. Lasers, by awakening the skin surface, create a younger and firmer appearance.

15b. Ultherapy (Ultrasound Therapy)

Ultherapy is a treatment method aimed at increasing collagen production under the skin with ultrasound technology. This procedure, which creates a facelift effect, can be used to correct the sagging and loosening in the skin.

16In Conclusion

Aesthetic surgery and medical procedures are usually done to obtain successful results, but dissatisfaction can sometimes be experienced. In this case, this dissatisfaction can be eliminated with correct medical interventions. Various solutions such as revision surgery, filler dissolving, botox corrections and liposuction revision can help improve aesthetic results. By talking with your aesthetic surgeon about this subject, you can choose the corrective intervention most suited to your personal needs and expectations. Remember, as with every aesthetic procedure, an experienced surgeon and a safe recovery process are of critical importance for successful results.

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