Corrective Work
It can be fixed. And the conversation about how starts here.
Not every aesthetic treatment goes the way it should. Filler that was placed incorrectly. Volume that accumulated in the wrong areas over multiple treatments. A result that left you looking different in a way you didn't ask for — and haven't known what to do about since.
It's more common than the industry acknowledges. And it is fixable more often than people realise. Corrective work is one of the most technically demanding things an injector can do — it requires a thorough understanding of facial anatomy, a precise eye for what went wrong, and the clinical skill to address it without compounding the problem. Emily has the experience, the training, and the hyaluronidase to do this properly. More importantly, she has the honesty to tell you exactly what's possible, what the process involves, and what a realistic outcome looks like for your specific situation before any treatment begins.
If you've been living with a result you're unhappy with — a consultation is the right first step. Not because it's a formality, but because corrective work genuinely requires one.
What it Treats:
Corrective work at NEA focuses primarily on filler-related concerns — addressing outcomes from previous treatment that didn't go as intended, regardless of where that treatment was performed.
This includes:
Overfilled areas · Asymmetry · Filler migration · Unnatural contours · Results that have accumulated over multiple treatments and no longer look right · Specific areas where volume needs to be dissolved and reassessed before any new treatment · Cases where the wrong product was used in the wrong area · Correcting results that were appropriate at the time but no longer suit the face
The primary tool for correction is hyaluronidase — an enzyme that dissolves hyaluronic acid filler. In some cases, once the filler has been dissolved and the tissue has settled, additional filler may be appropriate to achieve the correct result. Emily will be specific about this at consultation based on what she sees.
What to Expect:
Corrective work is not a single appointment with a predictable outcome — it is a process, and the timeline depends entirely on what needs to be addressed.
For hyaluronidase dissolution: the enzyme is injected into the area where filler needs to be removed. Some immediate reduction is visible, with continued dissolution over 24 to 48 hours. In some cases, a single session of hyaluronidase is sufficient. In others — particularly where significant or longstanding filler is present — multiple sessions are needed to fully address the area before reassessment.
After dissolution, a waiting period before any new filler is placed is important. The tissue needs time to settle and for swelling from the hyaluronidase to fully resolve — typically two to four weeks — before an accurate picture of the underlying anatomy emerges and new treatment can be planned.
The full corrective process from first consultation to final result can take several months depending on the complexity of the case. Emily will be honest with you about the timeline from the start.
Results:
When: Varies significantly depending on the nature and complexity of the correction
How long: Correction is the goal — results are assessed once the process is complete and tissue has fully settled
What affects it: Type and volume of filler present, how long it has been in place, the area being treated, and individual tissue response to hyaluronidase
IS THIS RIGHT FOR YOU?
If you are unhappy with a previous filler result — for any reason, from any provider — a consultation at NEA is the appropriate starting point. Emily does not require that your original treatment was performed at NEA, and there is no judgment about where you had treatment or what you had done. What matters is where you are now and what the right path forward looks like.
Corrective work is not suitable for clients expecting immediate resolution or a guaranteed outcome — the process requires patience, realistic expectations, and trust in the clinical judgement of the person doing it. Emily will only proceed with treatment she genuinely believes will move you toward a better result.
If you are also considering corrective work for non-hyaluronic acid fillers — such as those made from calcium hydroxylapatite or poly-L-lactic acid — please discuss this specifically at consultation, as the approach differs and not all non-HA fillers have an equivalent dissolving agent.
The Questions People Actually Ask:
01. I had my filler done somewhere else. Will you still see me? Yes — always. Where your previous treatment was performed is not relevant to Emily's willingness to help. What matters is what you're dealing with now and whether corrective work can address it. There is no judgment here and no obligation to explain yourself. Book the consultation and have the conversation.
02. Will dissolving the filler leave me looking worse than before I had anything done? This is the fear most people carry into this conversation and it deserves a direct answer. In the vast majority of cases, dissolving incorrectly placed filler restores the face closer to its natural state — which for most clients is a significant improvement over the result they've been living with. In some cases, particularly where filler has been present for a long time, the tissue may need time to fully recover. Emily will be specific about what to expect for your situation at consultation — including any cases where the process is more complex than a straightforward dissolution.
03. How long does hyaluronidase take to work? Some visible change occurs within hours. The majority of the dissolution effect is apparent within 24 to 48 hours. In cases where significant filler is present, the full effect may take longer to assess — and a second session may be needed after the tissue has settled. Emily will give you a realistic picture of the timeline based on what she sees at consultation.
04. What happens after the filler is dissolved — do I need to replace it? Not necessarily and not immediately. Once filler is dissolved the tissue needs time to settle — typically two to four weeks — before any new treatment is considered. In some cases, the face looks exactly as it should once the correction is complete and no new filler is needed. In others, carefully placed filler after a settling period achieves the right result. This decision is made after the tissue has fully resolved — not before.
05. I'm embarrassed about how my filler looks. Will you make me feel judged? No. This is said plainly because it needs to be. Filler complications are a clinical reality — they happen even with good injectors, and they happen more with less experienced ones. Emily has seen a full range of outcomes and her focus is entirely on how to move forward, not on how you got here. The consultation is a safe, private conversation between a client and a clinician. Nothing more.
