Is Lip Filler Dissolving Painful?
- IOANA MARCU
- Oct 6
- 2 min read
Here’s What You Should Really Know
You thought lip fillers would be subtle… but now they look overdone, uneven, or just not you.
The good news? You don’t have to live with them forever.
The not-so-good news? Everyone seems to be asking:“Is dissolving lip filler painful?”
Let’s give you the real answer, backed by science—and explain how Pure Aesthetics Clinic helps make the process as smooth (and kind) as possible.
💉 What Does “Dissolving Lip Filler” Mean?
Lip filler dissolving uses an enzyme called Hyaluronidase to break down hyaluronic acid-based fillers. It’s commonly used to:
Correct overfilled lips
Fix asymmetry or migration
Treat lumps or nodules
Reverse unwanted results from other clinics
At our clinic, we always start with a consultation and patch test, even if you had the filler done elsewhere.
🔥 So, Does It Hurt?
Let’s break this down into facts, not fear:
Concern | Truth |
Pain level | Usually mild to moderate (like stinging or tightness) |
Duration | 1–2 minutes of discomfort during injection |
Anaesthetic used? | Yes – we apply a numbing cream or mix lidocaine into the solution |
Reaction risk? | Minimal with proper patch testing and technique |
🧬 Research shows most patients describe the pain as "a short burning sensation" or "pressure" rather than real pain.(Source: JCAD, Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2021)
🧠 Why It Feels Intense for Some
The lips are:
Highly vascularised
Full of nerve endings
Emotionally symbolic (we notice changes here more than anywhere)
So while the pain is short-lived, the emotional anticipation can heighten the sensation.
💙 What We Do Differently at Pure Aesthetics Clinic
✨ We prioritise patient control. Here’s our process:
Free consultation – We explore what’s bothering you.
Patch test – To avoid allergic reactions.
Numbing protocol – Cream or lidocaine for comfort.
Gentle injection – Done slowly and precisely.
Aftercare guidance – To reduce swelling and speed up healing.
Most clients are surprised at how quick and tolerable it is.
✨ Client Snapshot: Zara, Age 29
Zara came to us tearful. She’d had a cheap lip filler job elsewhere and ended up with a heavy “duck lip” look. She was terrified of the dissolving process but decided to trust us after her consultation.
After dissolving, she said:
“I was scared of the pain, but it was nothing like I imagined. The kindness helped more than the numbing cream.”
2 weeks later, we created a fresh, soft lip shape using 0.5ml of premium UK-approved filler. No migration. Just confidence.
👄 Is It Worth It?
Yes—if you want:
Your natural lips back
To start over safely
To fix what doesn’t feel right
Your lips are part of your identity. Let’s make sure they feel like you again.
✅ Considering Lip Filler Dissolving?
📍 You can book a free consultation in our clinic .We specialise in corrective work and support clients from Devon and Cornwall who’ve experienced poor filler outcomes.
Book your consult now →https://www.pure-aesthetics-clinic.co.uk/
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