Can I dissolve a filler without doing damage to my lips?

Thank you for your inquiry. It is possible to have some localized swelling that feels like a lump for a couple weeks after injections. I would try to leave the area alone and if the lump doesn't resolve within another week, let your injector know. They should be able to inject a little...

In our experience, temporary fillers may occasionally lead to permanent results. You appear to have a pleasing lip appearance, so the feasibility of hyaluronidase or dilute steroid injections is uncertain - hyaluronidase may dissolve HA, but it may not lead to complete resolution of your ...

The presence of silicone in your lips should not affect your results from a temporary lip filler. Temporary gel fillers carry small risks of necrosis, biofilm, infection, and blindness, and these risks are not made worse by your preexisting liquid silicone. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph

You may have small dilated blood vessels causing red spots on your lips (telangectasia). Depending on your exam, these may be "cured" utilizing light electrosurgery from a Hyfrecator. This may be performed in a dermatologist's office with topical anesthetic and no downtime. We have not seen any...

Hi Terri, swelling, bruising and some discomfort are all common after lip filler injections. To diminish the bruising, I recommend using LightStim LED or, in more significant cases, a vascular laser or IPL treatment. Arnica with Bromelain ("Arnika Forte") can also be taken to help speed up the...

I cannot think of any reason why a piercing would negatively affect the results of a lip aug treatment. If you have the energy and time, go for it. Dr Joseph