Oops! I Got Over-Filled: How to Correct Overdone Lip Filler

Most people LOVE their filler results. If—for whatever reason—you don’t, our lip filler dissolving in Philadelphia helps you get back to a more natural appearance.

We are so lucky that we live in a time (and place) where dermal filler injections are an option. In roughly an hour, we can safely and effectively tweak our appearance to better meet our desired results; whether that’s overall rejuvenation, contouring, adding volume to lips, etc.

Due to this ability to customize our appearance in a safe and satisfactory way while immediately boosting our self-esteem, HA dermal-filler injections continue to grow drastically in popularity and demand. However, sometimes people choose to undergo lip filler dissolving in Philadelphia to undo their dermal-filler results and start fresh.

When done correctly, HA dermal-filler injections can:

• Provide immediate volume-enhancing results and gratification.
• Plump the skin in a way that is not attainable through any other option. (No skincare product can add the volume that fillers can. Laser treatments and surgery can drastically tighten skin, but dermal-filler injections are the easiest way to add natural-looking volume to the face, especially the lips.)
• Look completely natural! (Good injections should look like NO injections. The treatment should allow you to look and feel better, but in an ideal world, your friends and family should not be able to pinpoint exactly what has changed about you.)

However, even though dermal-filler injections are more popular than ever, there remains a stigma (for some) regarding the treatments.

It is easy to hear the words “Botox” or “Filler” and instantly conjure the scarily-altered faces of some famous celebrities that barely look like themselves (or human, for that matter) anymore.

Whoever their provider was did their celebrity patients a disservice by not guiding them to a more natural-looking treatment option, and unfortunately, we all pay the price for that. The plasticky, waxy, obviously “done” faces with overfilled lips and cheeks prevent a lot of people from moving forward with truly exploring the anti-aging and beauty options available to them. The catch-22 is that although it’s easy to pinpoint examples of ‘bad’ dermal-filler, we likely see ‘great’ examples all the time, but because the results look natural, it’s impossible to connect the pretty results with the maligned treatment.

We’ve Got Great News for Lip Filler Reversal

Even though the vast majority of people LOVE their HA dermal-filler results, if for whatever reason you HATE the way your results look, please rest assured that you have options to correct or erase the problematic area. The fact that these injections are not permanent usually helps provide peace of mind for first-timers who are nervous about what to expect.

Let’s pretend that you just got your lips injected to perfect your pout, and at first glance, it appears that your results end up more Kylie circa 2018 than Kris 2025.

What do you do?

We’re thrilled to tell you that you’ve got options for lip filler dissolving in Philadelphia.

1. Have Patience

When you’re immediately post-treatment with super-swollen lips, “patience” is the last word of advice you want to hear. But realistically, if it has been less than 48 hours since your injections and things look bigger than expected or asymmetrical, or feel bumpy, whatever, try your best to take deep breaths and NOT FREAK OUT.

Please remind yourself that swelling does not always occur evenly, and until all swelling dissipates, it is impossible for you to evaluate your results. (And even more impossible to consider dissolving. For the first 2 weeks post-injections, it’s impossible to discern swelling from dermal-filler from your own natural HA. To prevent the inaccurate placement of the dissolving solution, we want to make sure all swelling has dissipated so that the provider can truly and accurately assess the situation.)

We can sympathize first-hand: the first few days after lip-filler injections can be really annoying.

But, we promise: the swelling will be over before you know it, and your results will (likely) make you happy enough to mitigate any brief swelling. (If the swelling is super problematic for you, taking an OTC anti-inflammatory such as Aleve can help, and icing the treatment area may help provide some relief. Feel free to call us if you want more advanced recommendations to help reduce extreme lip-swelling.)

Everyone heals differently, but your body can take up to 2 weeks to fully integrate the injected product. Patience is vital during this process.

However, if ample time goes by and you still feel over-inflated or crooked?

2. Filler Massage

The dermal-filler used on you will remain somewhat malleable for about a month after it has been injected. If you think that your filler has migrated to unwanted areas or exhibits lumps and bumps in your lips, massage is always an option. Your treatment provider should be able to use their fingers to gently coerce the product back to where it should be, and teach you how to do it yourself if any additional spot-massaging is needed in the future.

(Why does product-migration happen? Surprisingly, if your product moves after it has been injected, it is NOT necessarily because the injector did something wrong. The younger the patient is, the stronger the facial muscles are, and sometimes the muscles can pull the filler from where it was injected. Do not worry though, unruly product usually can be massaged or dissolved into obedience.)

If the massage does not work?

3. Dissolving Filler

As long as you were injected with a filler that is hyaluronic acid-based (and most of them are; including Restylane, Restylane Lyft, Restylane Silk, Juvederm Ultra, Juvederm Ultra Plus, and Juvederm Voluma, and the RHA Collection) you always have the nuclear option: having Hyaluronidase injections for lip filler dissolving in Philadelphia.

This will allow you to return to baseline like the whole thing never happened.

Hyaluronidase is an injectable enzyme that our artful injectors carefully place wherever the unwanted filler is. This enzyme breaks down hyaluronic acid and basically undoes the filler treatment. We consider these injections for lip filler dissolving in Philadelphia as a last resort because there can be bruising and swelling associated with Hyaluronidase, but knowing that this option exists makes patients feel a lot better—if they HATE their injections, they have recourse.

Additionally, just like the filler-injections themselves are completely customized per patient, your Hyaluronidase injections will also be adjusted per your needs. For example, if you want to just take the size of your lips down a little bit without dissolving everything, you can utilize Hyaluronidase to just make tiny tweaks.

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Selecting the Right Provider for Your Goals

Putting your face in the hands of an experienced injector should be the first step you take before committing to any procedure. If you meet with an injector and feel any sense of uncertainty or unease, do not get treated by them!

Lip filler procedures are a luxury that should only make your life better and happier. However, lip-filler treatments are also a medical procedure that comes with its own set of risks, and should be handled by a professional who knows how to achieve your goals. (During the consultation, your provider should also warn you about the pitfalls of over-injection, and the unnatural-looking results that come from it.)

There are enough treatment providers out there to allow you to be as picky as you want until you find the person who meshes best with you and shares the same aesthetic that you do. Your face should never be a practice test for a newbie.

Getting services and treatments from someone you trust (and like) will make everything better for you. You will feel more comfortable from the get-go, and if you should have any complications, you will be dealing with someone you like and trust to treat the situation appropriately. (The proximity of the lips to vital biological systems means you need an injector who can precisely and accurately administer filler.)

About Face Is All About Your Beautiful Face

At About Face Aesthetics, our team of extremely experienced and skilled injectors provides nuanced lip filler placement that achieves an incomparable, look-amazing-in-a-natural-way aesthetic.

They focus on safety and patient outcome, as you can see from our verified patient reviews. To book an appointment with one of our Injector Maestros, please click here.

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FYI: Dermal Fillers that can NOT be dissolved

Fillers made with poly-L-lactic acid (Sculptra) or calcium-based microspheres (Radiesse) are not permanent. However, because they are not hyaluronic acid-based, we can’t address them with lip filler dissolving in Philadelphia like we can the Restylane, Juvederm, or RHA family of injectables.

Radiesse is a filler-like substance that is injected deep into the skin to volumize deep wrinkles and other areas that have lost significant volume. The calcium-based microspheres in Radiesse are injected using a gel formula, and once injected, there is no counteracting antidote.

The Poly-L-lactic acid in Sculptra is a synthetic gel made with lactic acid, which is naturally found in the body, but, unlike hyaluronic acid, it also does not have an effect-reversing antidote.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lip Filler Dissolving

In Philadelphia, Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square, and other nearby communities, our patients ask important questions about filler correction for botched lip filler.

Our team enjoys answering every question, because we want you to feel comfortable and confident in your treatment plan and the care you’re about to receive.

How can I get lip fillers to dissolve quicker?

For addressing hyaluronic acid-based fillers, there’s not really much you can do to speed up the Hyaluronidase’s dissolving action. The speed depends mostly on how much filler needs to dissolve.

For best results, Hyaluronidase injections must be performed by a professional. When you come to About Face, our trained and qualified providers closely examine your lips, ask about your medical and injection history, and discuss the type of filler you received.

Understanding all of this allows us to confidently recommend:

• Where to place the injections
• How much Hyaluronidase to inject
• How to gently work the lip(s) to spread the Hyaluronidase properly

This skilled care allows the quickest and most effective reduction of over-filled volume or lip asymmetry caused by less-qualified providers. Most of our patients see noticeable results within 1 to 2 days of undergoing lip filler dissolving in Philadelphia, with optimal results arriving in 1 to 2 weeks.

How far does hyaluronidase spread?

Hyaluronidase injections used for lip filler dissolving in Philadelphia require expert training before application. In the wrong hands, it can spread unpredictably in tissues. Even in the right hands, it requires thought and care for use, because small injections can spread widely.

Several factors can influence the spread of Hyaluronidase, including:

• What kind of filler you received
• How it’s being injected (fine needle or a cannula)
• Medications you’re taking

Your provider will thoroughly discuss expectations and possibilities during your consultation.

How many vials will I need to dissolve lip fillers?

Because each patient has unique challenges and concerns regarding dissolving unwanted lip filler, there’s no hard-and-fast rule for the number of vials needed. During your personal consultation, your About Face provider will discuss the expected dosage based upon:

• Examination of your lip(s)
• The amount of filler used (if known)
• Your aesthetic treatment history

Historically, approximately 5 units of hyaluronidase were required to dissolve 0.1 mL of HA filler. Some of today’s more advanced HA fillers, with stronger cross-linking, may require more.

In every case, we make your health and safety our first priorities above all else.

Bring Back Your Best Lips

For safe, professional lip filler dissolving in Philadelphia, book an appointment at About Face Aesthetics. Our team brings passion, experience, and skill in a fun environment. Leave your problems behind and feel cared for with our variety of aesthetic treatments.

Our goal is to have you looking and feeling your best!

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