Filler Correction & Cosmetic Revision in Queens, NY
A careful, safety-first second opinion when a previous result didn't go as planned — overfilled or migrated filler, uneven Botox, selected breast and liposuction revisions, and laser-related pigment or texture concerns. Every case is assessed individually, and not every case is accepted.
- Consultation
- In-person assessment required
- Scope
- Injectable, surgical & skin
- Approach
- Least invasive option first
- Timing
- Often after tissues settle
- Helpful to bring
- Prior treatment records
Correction, carefully bounded
Not every aesthetic result turns out the way it was hoped. Lips can look overfilled, filler can migrate or form lumps, a neuromodulator can leave a brow uneven, and earlier surgery or laser treatment can leave contours or skin that don't feel like you. Corrective & Revision Care is a dedicated pathway for these concerns — led by a surgeon, and built around safety rather than speed.
Dr. Arsenous begins by understanding exactly what was done before, what has changed since, and what is realistically achievable. Wherever possible she chooses the least invasive option first: dissolving hyaluronic acid filler with hyaluronidase, rebalancing a neuromodulator result, or allowing tissues time to settle before any surgical step is considered.
Revision is more complex than a first procedure, and honesty matters more than ever. If a case is better served by another specialist, or if the safest answer is to wait, you'll hear that clearly. The aim is a calmer, more natural result — not another dramatic change.
What it treats
- Overfilled or migrated lip & cheek filler
- Filler lumps or visible product
- Uneven or heavy-feeling Botox results
- Breast implant revision (selected cases)
- Liposuction contour irregularities (selected cases)
- Pigment or texture changes after laser or IPL
Who may be a candidate
The benefits
Surgeon-level assessment
A board-certified general surgeon evaluates the anatomy, the product, and the prior technique.
Least invasive first
Dissolving, rebalancing, or waiting are always considered before anything more involved.
Staged, honest planning
Correction happens in careful steps, with realistic expectations set from the start.
A natural end point
The goal is a result that looks calm and like you — not a new extreme.
Examples of corrective care.
These are the kinds of concerns patients bring to a corrective consultation, and how each is typically approached. Every case is assessed in person first.
Lips that feel overfilled or have migrated
If the product is hyaluronic acid, it can often be dissolved with hyaluronidase. We let the tissue settle, then — only if you want to — rebuild conservatively for your proportions.
Botox that left a brow uneven or heavy
Depending on timing and cause, a small balancing dose may help, or the kindest option is to let it wear off and plan the next treatment more carefully.
Implants that no longer look or feel right
A detailed assessment of size, position, and tissue. Selected cases may be candidates for implant exchange or revision; complex reconstructive cases are referred appropriately.
Uneven areas after liposuction
Contours continue to change for months, so we usually wait for swelling to fully settle before considering targeted refinement in selected cases.
Dark patches or texture after laser or IPL
Often treated first with time, strict sun protection, and a gentle routine; conservative laser or IPL settings are introduced only when the skin is ready.
"I don't know exactly what was injected."
That matters, because hyaluronidase only dissolves hyaluronic acid filler. We assess carefully and help you request records before choosing a treatment.
Illustrative examples, not individual patients. Your plan is decided at an in-person consultation.
Where we draw the line.
A revision pathway is only safe if it has clear limits. These are ours.
- ✦Signs of a filler emergency — skin blanching or turning dusky, severe pain, or any change in vision — need immediate care. Contact your injector right away or go to an emergency room.
- ✦We usually wait for swelling and scar tissue to settle — often several months — before recommending surgical revision.
- ✦We only dissolve filler when we're confident it's hyaluronic acid, and we'll explain what can and can't be reversed.
- ✦Complex reconstructive or multiple-revision cases may be referred to a specialist better suited to them.
- ✦We won't chase perfection with repeated procedures, or operate when the risks outweigh the likely benefit.
What to expect, step by step.
History & records
We review what was done, when, with which products or implants, and how things have changed since.
In-person assessment
Dr. Arsenous examines the area and explains what is realistically correctable — and what isn't.
A staged plan
The least invasive effective step comes first, with time built in for tissues to respond.
Treatment & close follow-up
Careful treatment and structured check-ins, adjusting the plan as you heal.
Recovery & results
Recovery depends entirely on the correction. Dissolving filler typically causes swelling for a day or two, and final results are assessed after about two weeks. Rebalancing neuromodulators takes a few days to show. Surgical revision generally involves a recovery similar to, or somewhat longer than, the original procedure.
Patience is part of the treatment. Tissues that have already been treated need time to settle, and a staged approach — with honest review at each step — gives the most reliable, natural outcome.
Risks & limitations
- Revision procedures carry higher risk and less predictable results than first-time procedures.
- Hyaluronidase can cause swelling or, rarely, an allergic reaction, and it does not dissolve non-hyaluronic acid fillers.
- Surgical revision carries the risks of any surgery, including infection, bleeding, scarring, anesthesia risks, and the possibility that correction is incomplete.
- Laser or IPL used on already-affected skin can worsen pigment changes if performed too soon or too aggressively.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Dr. Arsenous will review your medical history and discuss risks specific to you at your consultation.
Pricing & financing
Corrective care is always quoted after an in-person assessment, because each case is different. Dissolving or rebalancing injectables, surgical revision, and skin correction are priced separately and explained in full before you decide. Financing is available through CareCredit and Affirm, subject to credit approval.
Precision, artistry, and genuine care — for 25 years.
Corrective work rewards judgment more than anything else. Dr. Arsenous brings 25 years of surgical experience to every revision consultation — assessing carefully, choosing the least invasive option first, and telling you honestly when the safest answer is to wait or to see someone else.
Meet Dr. Arsenous →Board-certified general surgeon · Glendale, Queens
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Frequently asked questions.
Often, yes. If the filler is hyaluronic acid, it can usually be dissolved with hyaluronidase. Other types of filler, such as Sculptra or Radiesse, can't be dissolved this way, so an assessment comes first.
Non-urgent concerns can be assessed at any time, though surgical revision usually waits until tissues have settled. If you notice skin blanching, severe pain, or vision changes after filler, treat it as an emergency and seek immediate care.
Yes, in selected cases — for example, a size change or certain position concerns. Complex reconstructive cases may be referred to a specialist. A detailed consultation determines what's appropriate.
Sometimes. Contours keep changing for months after liposuction, so we generally wait for swelling to fully resolve before assessing whether targeted refinement is likely to help.
Any records you have: the procedure or product names, dates, implant details, and before photos if available. If you don't have them, we can guide you on requesting them.
Call (212) 347-4763 or text 718-821-1000. Consultations are with Dr. Arsenous and carry a consultation fee, which our team will confirm when you book.
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