Overview

• In March 2024, 24-year-old Kimia Ahwazi underwent a lip filler dissolving procedure in Leiden and suffered a three-day allergic swelling after claiming the practitioner used 3 ml of hyaluronidase instead of the standard 1 ml.
• Dr. Paige Shaw and other facial aesthetic specialists warn that cheap or unqualified providers heighten the risk of vascular occlusion, granuloma formation and permanent tissue damage.
• A Harvard University study presented by Dr. Agustin Posso linked hyaluronic acid injections to deadly kidney inflammation in three reported cases, underscoring a rarely discussed complication.
• Cosmetic doctors highlight that improper dosing of dissolvent can destroy healthy tissue and deform features, emphasizing the importance of vetted, certified clinics.
• After a six-month break, Ahwazi returned to filler treatments with a trusted provider using just 0.5 ml of product and now prioritizes safety and practitioner credentials over cost.