Pain Level During Lip Injections

Hi all! I'm seriously considering getting lip filler but I have a really low pain tolerance and I'm genuinely scared about the pain factor. I know they use numbing cream but is it really effective? Like, on a scale of 1-10 how painful is it actually? I've heard everything from 'you barely feel it' to 'it's pretty uncomfortable' so I'm getting mixed messages. For those of you who are also wimps about pain like me, was it bearable? Should I take any pain medication beforehand or anything like that?

Okay so I'm not gonna lie to you - everyone's pain tolerance is different so what feels like a 3 to one person might feel like a 6 to another. But I can tell you that with proper numbing, it's really not that bad! Most reputable places will use a good topical anesthetic that they leave on for at least 15-20 minutes, and some injectors even use dental blocks if you're particularly sensitive. The sensation is more like pressure and slight pinching rather than sharp pain. Some areas of your lips are more sensitive than others - like the center of your upper lip tends to be a bit more tender, but again, with numbing it's totally manageable. I'd say most people rate it somewhere between a 2-4 out of 10, with the worst part being more of a weird uncomfortable pressure rather than actual pain. One thing to avoid is taking aspirin or ibuprofen beforehand because those can increase bruising - stick with acetaminophen if you really want to take something. But honestly, the anticipation is way worse than the actual experience! The whole injection part is over so quickly that even if there are a few slightly uncomfortable moments, it's really not a big deal!

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Okay so I'm not gonna lie to you - everyone's pain tolerance is different so what feels like a 3 to one person might feel like a 6 to another. But I can tell you that with proper numbing, it's really not that bad! Most reputable places will use a good topical anesthetic that they leave on for at least 15-20 minutes, and some injectors even use dental blocks if you're particularly sensitive. The sensation is more like pressure and slight pinching rather than sharp pain. Some areas of your lips are more sensitive than others - like the center of your upper lip tends to be a bit more tender, but again, with numbing it's totally manageable. I'd say most people rate it somewhere between a 2-4 out of 10, with the worst part being more of a weird uncomfortable pressure rather than actual pain. One thing to avoid is taking aspirin or ibuprofen beforehand because those can increase bruising - stick with acetaminophen if you really want to take something. But honestly, the anticipation is way worse than the actual experience! The whole injection part is over so quickly that even if there are a few slightly uncomfortable moments, it's really not a big deal!

I am literally the biggest baby when it comes to pain - like I get anxious even getting blood drawn, so I completely understand where you're coming from! I was so nervous about this exact thing before my first appointment that I almost cancelled twice. But I'm so glad I didn't because it was genuinely way easier than I built it up to be in my head. The numbing cream they used was really effective and I honestly barely felt most of the injections. There were maybe two or three moments where I felt a little pinch, but it was over in literally seconds and nowhere near as bad as I thought it would be. What helped me a lot was finding a provider who was really gentle and patient with nervous clients. The place I went to took their time with the numbing process and kept checking in with me to make sure I was comfortable, which made such a huge difference. If you're really worried about pain, I'd recommend reading up on what to expect during the lip augmentation procedure so you feel more mentally prepared - this article really helped calm my nerves before my appointment: https://bellasanamedspa.com/blog/lip-augmentation-in-chicago-get-the-perfect-shape-and-volume. It explains the whole numbing process and what sensations are normal. Honestly, knowing exactly what would happen made me feel so much more in control of the situation. If I can do it with my ridiculous pain tolerance, you definitely can too!