Dissolving Lip Filler in Singapore
Lip filler is almost always hyaluronic acid, so it can be dissolved. Medical Director Dr Sin Yong explains when dissolving is worth doing, how it is done in the lips, what the first days look like and when filler can be placed again.
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WhatsApp to Enquire →Key facts ↓Lip filler can be dissolved with hyaluronidase because it is almost always hyaluronic acid. People choose it for migration above the lip border, lumps, an uneven or over-full shape, or to start again. Small doses are injected into the filler; the lips swell for one to three days and the result is judged at about two weeks. New filler, if wanted, is usually placed once the lips have settled. Blanching, severe pain or dusky skin after lip filler is an emergency.
- Lips swell easily: expect one to three days of puffiness after dissolving, often more than after the original filler.
- Migration is a common reason: filler that has moved above the lip border gives a shelf or shadow that more filler does not fix.
- Doses are small: the lips have little room, so dissolving is staged and reviewed.
- Your own lip returns: dissolving removes filler; it does not shrink the natural lip.
- Vascular warning signs are urgent: blanching, mottled or dusky skin, or pain out of proportion needs treatment at once [1].
When dissolving lip filler is worth doing
- Filler has moved above or below the lip border.
- Lumps or beads that can be felt or seen weeks after treatment.
- One side fuller than the other.
- A shape that looks heavy, flat at the cupid's bow, or out of proportion with the face.
- Several top-ups over the years, with the lips looking larger but less defined.
- A wish to return to the natural lip.
How lip filler is dissolved
The lips are examined and, where it helps, scanned to see where the filler lies. Numbing cream is applied. Small amounts of hyaluronidase are injected into the filler through a fine needle; it stings briefly. Gentle pressure is applied afterwards. The visit is short, and you leave with swollen lips.
Lumps can be treated on their own without dissolving the whole lip. Full reversal is done in stages where there is a lot of filler, so that the lip is not left flatter than intended.
What the first two weeks look like
- Day 0. Swelling, sometimes marked, and tenderness.
- Day 1 to 3. Swelling goes down. Bruising may show.
- Day 3 to 7. The lips can look smaller or slightly wrinkled as swelling leaves; skin that was stretched needs time.
- Week 2. Review. Any remaining lump is treated, or the lips are left to settle.
New lip filler after dissolving
If you want filler again, it is usually placed once the lips have settled, commonly two to four weeks later. Starting from the natural lip allows a smaller amount, placed in the right plane, with the border kept crisp. Some people find they prefer their own lips and do not refill.
See lip fillers in Singapore, filler migration, lip filler side effects and dissolving filler in Singapore. Results vary between people.
Frequently asked questions
Does it hurt to dissolve lip fillers?
It stings. The lips are sensitive, and the enzyme can smart more than filler does. Numbing cream is used, and the injection takes a few minutes.
Can lip filler be dissolved completely?
Usually, yes. Lip filler is almost always hyaluronic acid. A large amount or older filler can need a second session after review at about two weeks.
Will my lips go back to normal after dissolving?
In most people the lips return to their natural size and shape. Skin stretched by years of filler can look slightly loose at first and usually tightens over weeks.
How long after dissolving lip filler can I get it redone?
Commonly two to four weeks, once swelling has gone and the lips are stable. The doctor confirms at review.
Can just a lump in the lip be dissolved?
Yes. A small dose can be placed into a single lump without dissolving the rest of the lip.
How long do lips stay swollen after dissolving filler?
Usually one to three days, sometimes longer after a large dose. Swelling that is increasing after day two, or comes with pain or colour change, should be reviewed.
How much does it cost to dissolve lip filler in Singapore?
It depends on how much filler is present and whether one or two sessions are needed. See dissolve filler cost in Singapore. A written estimate follows assessment.
Book an assessment
IN Eternity Clinic, 9 Scotts Road, #12-01 Pacific Plaza, Singapore 228210. By appointment with Medical Director Dr Sin Yong. Monday to Saturday, 11am to 8pm. WhatsApp or call +65 8815 3008. At IN Eternity Clinic a consultation fee applies, and it is waived if you go ahead with any medical treatment; the fee is S
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References
- DeLorenzi C. New high dose pulsed hyaluronidase protocol for hyaluronic acid filler vascular adverse events. Aesthet Surg J 2017;37(7):814-825. PubMed
Figures taken from the published papers and abstracts. Results vary between people; suitability is decided at an in-person consultation.