Lip fillers are a sought-after beauty trend for enhancing lip volume and shape. But occasionally, individuals don't like what they've done or experience side effects. That's where dissolving lip fillers help. The procedure can correct lumps, asymmetry, or just undo an appearance you don't want. But as in actress Urfi Javed's recent case, filler removal isn't always a case of easy sailing. Her puffy face after getting her lip fillers dissolved has left everyone wondering, What actually happens when you get them dissolved?
Urfi Javed's Lip Filler Removal Makes Headlines
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Urfi Javed recently came forward with news of having her lip fillers dissolved. She posted unfiltered pictures and videos of her face, displaying swelling and pain. This openness raised the question of what the process feels like, and what risks and side effects women can expect.
Urfi said that she was not satisfied with the appearance of her lips after multiple filler treatments and decided to have them removed. But she developed severe swelling and bruising immediately after the procedure. Her experience is a caution that even reversed cosmetic alterations may have consequences.
What Happens When You Remove Lip Fillers?![]()
Dr Teena Singh, a facial aesthetics expert, at Dr. Teena’s aesthetics and cosmetology centre, Lucknow, says that dissolving lip fillers is a common and generally safe procedure. Here's what generally occurs:
The Procedure:
A physician injects a specific enzyme called hyaluronidase into the lips. The enzyme degrades hyaluronic acid—the key ingredient in most lip fillers and allows the body to absorb it.
Swelling and Bruising:
Dr Teena reports, "Swelling and bruising are normal after dissolving fillers, and may last several days to a week." The lips occasionally even look larger afterward, but again this is generally just swelling, not actual filler.
Side Effects:
- Less severe side effects may be:
- Tenderness
- Redness
- Bruising
- Itching
- Lumps or lumpiness, which tend to settle down
- The swelling and bruising are temporary and often recover on their own.
Full Results:
You will notice some changes right away, but it might take as much as two weeks for the swelling and results to settle completely. Most patients get back to normal activity immediately after the procedure, but some discomfort is to be expected.
Over-correction:
It will make the lips thinner than they were to begin with, but your body will continue to replace this naturally over time. The process works specifically on hyaluronic acid molecules and make it look thinner than before.
She cautions, "Don't attempt to dissolve fillers at home, only an experienced professional should do so. In some instances, there can be allergic reactions, asymmetrical results, or worse problems such as infection." According to a study, after dissolving lip filler, patients usually experience mild or moderate swelling and bruising, which resolve in a week. It's effective and safe, but best performed by trained practitioners. Allergic reactions and unusual complications are possible.
What To Watch Out For
- These are signs that you should see a doctor if you have them after dissolving fillers:
- Severe swelling or pain that lasts
- Signs of infection (fever, pus, redness)
- Allergic reaction (rash, difficulty breathing)
- Unevenness or lumps that remain
Conclusion
Removing lip fillers is generally easy and safe, but it's not risk-free. Swelling, bruising, and tenderness are common and short-lived. As Urfi Javed's experience proves, honesty regarding the process enables others to make an educated decision. Always see a qualified professional, ask questions, and have an idea about what to expect before undergoing any cosmetic procedure.