Morpheus8 has gained a lot of attention for its impressive skin-tightening and rejuvenation effects, but if you have dermal fillers, you might be wondering—can Morpheus8 melt dermal fillers? With both treatments being widely used for anti-ageing, it’s natural to question whether one might interfere with the other. Let’s break down how Morpheus8 works and whether it has any impact on fillers.
Morpheus8 has been making waves in the world of skin tightening and rejuvenation, and for good reason. This high-tech treatment combines radiofrequency (RF) energy with microneedling to stimulate collagen and elastin production deep within the skin. The result? Firmer, smoother, and more youthful-looking skin. Unlike traditional microneedling, the added radiofrequency means it can reach deeper layers, making it particularly effective for tightening areas prone to sagging—think lower face, jawline, and neck.
But if you’ve got dermal fillers, you might be wondering: will Morpheus8 mess with them? Let’s break it down.
The honest answer? It depends. Fillers are injected at different depths—some sit just beneath the skin, while others (like those for cheek contouring or volume loss) go much deeper. Since Morpheus8 uses heat, there’s a chance it could speed up filler breakdown if the radiofrequency reaches the same depth.
That said, this isn’t always a bad thing. If you’ve got older filler that’s migrated or looking uneven, Morpheus8 could actually help smooth things out for a fresher, more natural look.
Morpheus8 is customisable, with depths ranging from a gentle 0.5mm to a deeper 4mm. Deeper settings are typically used for sagging areas, meaning they could reach the same layer as some fillers—especially in the mid-face or jawline. But the beauty of Morpheus8 is that it can be tailored to your needs. A skilled practitioner will adjust the settings to work around your fillers while still giving you that skin-tightening boost.
If you’ve just had fillers, it’s best to wait about 2–4 weeks before getting Morpheus8 to let them fully settle. If your filler is a few months old and already breaking down naturally, Morpheus8 isn’t likely to cause any major issues. In fact, many people combine both treatments to enhance their results—fillers restore lost volume, while Morpheus8 tightens and improves skin quality.
The short answer: potentially, but only if the treatment is done at the same depth as your filler. That’s why it’s so important to have Morpheus8 with an experienced practitioner who understands both treatments. They’ll tailor the depth and intensity to ensure you get the best results without compromising your filler.
If you’re considering both treatments and not sure how to time them, a consultation with SRGN specialists is the best way to create a plan that balances volume restoration with skin-tightening for optimal, long-lasting results.
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Yes, but timing is key. If you've just had fillers, it's best to wait at least 2–4 weeks before having Morpheus8 to allow them to settle. If your fillers are older, Morpheus8 can usually be done safely, but deeper settings may break them down faster. Our skilled practitioners can adjust the treatment to avoid affecting your results.
If you want to remove or adjust dermal fillers, hyaluronidase is used to break down hyaluronic acid-based fillers quickly and safely. Other types of fillers, such as collagen-stimulating ones, cannot be dissolved and will need to fade naturally over time.
Traditional microneedling alone is unlikely to affect fillers, as it only works at the surface of the skin. However, radiofrequency microneedling (like Morpheus8 or SylfirmX) penetrates deeper and may cause fillers to break down faster, depending on their placement and the intensity of the treatment.
