We use very fine needles for cosmetic filler injections, and many fillers are formulated with lidocaine (a numbing agent), so most patients don’t find the treatment painful. You may feel a slight pinch with the injections, and perhaps a mild stinging or burning sensation. The treatments last only a few minutes, so any discomfort you may feel is over quickly. We can use a topical anesthetic, or numbing spray, to make the treatments more comfortable if this is a concern for you.