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Our patient is a 40-year-old White female who came to Dr. Timothy Katzen with worsening pain, burning, itching, and hard lumps after foreign body injections were placed in her buttocks and hips. She had been told the injected product was Biopolymer, but over time the material caused increasing symptoms and migrated into both groins, also called the inguinal region. To help relieve pain and remove the damaged tissue, Dr. Katzen performed silicone injection removal with a posterior butt lift using the open technique under general anesthesia. This open approach is important when the product has spread, as it allows direct visualization of the affected tissues rather than relying solely on blind suction. During surgery, Dr. Katzen carefully opened the involved areas of the bilateral buttocks and hips, identified the silicone-laden and inflamed tissue, and removed the foreign material in a controlled, step-by-step manner. He also addressed the migrated product in the bilateral groin, where silicone can create firmness, irritation, and discomfort. After removing the diseased tissue, Dr. Katzen performed the posterior butt lift portion of the surgery by tightening and reshaping the remaining tissue to create a smoother contour. The incisions were closed in layers to support healing. These photos were taken 10 days after surgery, so the wounds are still fresh, yet her results are already remarkable, and she is happy to be relieved from most of her pain.

Open Silicone Injection Removal with Posterior Butt Lift for Pain Relief

Silicone injection removal of the face can restore a softer, healthier appearance when old foreign material begins causing swelling, discoloration, and discomfort. Our patient is a 64-year-old White female who had silicone injections placed in her cheeks and upper and lower lips 19 years ago. Over time, she developed facial swelling, changes in skin color, and pain related to the injected product, which led her to seek treatment from Dr. J. Timothy Katzen. Under general anesthesia, Dr. Katzen performed surgical silicone removal of the face, specifically treating the cheeks and both lips. This facial reconstructive procedure involves carefully opening the affected areas, identifying the silicone and surrounding scar tissue, and removing as much problematic material as safely possible while preserving natural facial structure. Silicone injections in the face can trigger chronic inflammation, firmness, irregular texture, visible distortion, and discoloration that do not improve without surgery. By removing the foreign material and refining the damaged tissue, this type of facial silicone removal surgery can improve comfort, contour, and skin appearance. Her photos were taken 3 months after surgery and already show remarkable results, including less swelling, improved color, and a more natural facial contour. She is also relieved of most of her pain, which makes her outcome especially meaningful.

Surgical Removal of Facial Silicone Injection Improves Lips, Cheeks, and Comfort

A more natural lip appearance can often be achieved by carefully removing harmful foreign material from the lips. Our patient is a 28-year-old White female who came to Dr. J. Timothy Katzen because of previously injected foreign bodies in both her upper and lower lips. She was most concerned about the retained material, the scar tissue surrounding it, and the risk of granulomas and associated cancer. To treat these issues, Dr. Katzen performed silicone injection removal of the lips under general anesthesia. In this procedure, the abnormal injected material is carefully identified within the lip tissue and surgically excised. At the same time, any problematic scar tissue is also addressed to help restore a smoother contour. Lip foreign body removal is an advanced reconstructive procedure because the surgeon must remove harmful material without overly disrupting the natural architecture of the lips. These injections can cause chronic swelling, firmness, nodules, uneven shape, and visible lip distortion that cannot be corrected without surgery. By removing the foreign bodies and refining the tissue, this procedure can improve both safety and appearance. Her after photos were taken just 2 weeks after surgery and already show remarkable results, including better symmetry, softer-looking lips, and a healthier overall contour. Since healing is still in the early phase, her progress is especially impressive and should continue to improve over time.

Upper and Lower Lip Silicone Removal surgery for Firmer Healthier Contour

Meet our patient, a 40-year-old black female standing at 5'2 and weighing 189 pounds. She had silicone injected into her breasts, which resulted in pain and difficulty performing daily activities.In search of a solution, she consulted with the exceptional Dr. J. Timothy Katzen in Beverly Hills, CA, who recommended silicone removal from her breasts and breast implants. The procedure was successful in improving her health and appearance, and we are delighted to hear that the patient is feeling better and is happy with her results.It's inspiring to see how cosmetic procedures can help individuals not just achieve their desired appearance but also improve their quality of life. We wish her continued health and happiness and applaud her for taking the necessary steps towards achieving her goals.

35-44 year old woman treated with Silicone Injection Removal

Meet our resilient patient, a 55-year-old white female standing at 5'1 and weighing 117 pounds. She had silicone injected into her face and unfortunately experienced numerous health issues as a result. Concerned for her wellbeing, she turned to the renowned Dr. J. Timothy Katzen in Beverly Hills, CA, for help.Dr. Katzen skillfully removed the silicone from her face, providing her with much-needed relief. Our patient now feels much better and is grateful for the compassionate care she received. Her journey is a reminder of the importance of seeking out qualified professionals when considering cosmetic procedures and the potential dangers of unregulated treatments.

55-64 year old woman treated with Silicone Injection Removal

This is a 53 year old White female who is 56 and weighs 118 pounds. She had raw silicone injected in her breasts in 1999 and experienced complications. She went to Dr. J Timothy Katzen to have the silicone removed. She later underwent breast reconstruction, specifically, breast augmentation with implants with Dr. Katzen. She is happy with the decision to remove the raw silicone injections from her breasts.

45-54 year old woman treated with Silicone Injection Removal

This is a patient is in her mid 40s. Approximately 20 years ago, she had silicone injected into her breasts. The silicone had caused a whole host of problems including pain, rashes, and severe breast deformity. She had undergone breast reconstruction with resulting synmastia or unibreast. She underwent another corrective breast surgery with Dr. Katzen for definitive removal of free breast silicone injections into the breast. At the same time, she underwent removal and replacement of bilateral breast implants and creation of cleavage and elimination of synmastia or unibreast.

Our patient is a 28-year-old White male who came to Dr. Timothy Katzen with buttock discomfort and pain after silicone injections performed by another surgeon. Because free silicone can migrate, trigger inflammation, and create firm pockets, Dr. Katzen recommended a closed silicone injection removal using an ultrasound-guided, VASER-assisted method, a silicone removal technique designed to break up and evacuate silicone through small access points rather than large open incisions when the distribution is appropriate. Under general anesthesia, Dr. Katzen first assessed the affected regions to plan the safest and most effective site for removal. He then created tiny, strategically placed openings and used VASER ultrasound energy to gently emulsify the silicone and reactive fluid, helping separate unwanted material from healthier tissue. A specialized cannula was used to suction out the loosened silicone in a controlled, step-by-step pattern, reducing the risk of unevenness. Throughout the procedure, Dr. Katzen focuses on protecting the skin, avoiding over-aggressive removal, and maintaining smooth contours. Post-operative care includes compression and walking to promote circulation, with follow-up to monitor swelling. These photos were taken one week after surgery. While firmness is still expected at this stage, he already looks remarkably improved and reported feeling relieved from most of his pain as healing continues and inflammation settles.

VASER ultrasound, closed silicone removal for a 28 year old patient seeking pain relief

Our patient is a 64-year-old White male, 185lbs at surgery, who lived with multiple foreign body buttock injections for more than 20 years. He was told they were silicone, and over time, he developed worsening discomfort and a visible lump at the top of the buttock, a sign that the injected material and surrounding tissue were no longer stable. Dr. Timothy Katzen performed a posterior butt lift with open silicone injection removal under general anesthesia to remove infected, painful tissue and restore a healthier contour. Through an open approach, Dr. Katzen exposed the affected area, identified pockets of inflamed and infected tissue, and removed the foreign material in a controlled, step-by-step manner to protect the skin and preserve the blood supply. In this case, 1.5lb of infected tissue was removed, which can reduce pressure, tightness, drainage, and the source of pain. After careful cleansing, he repositioned and tightened the deeper tissues, trimmed excess stretched skin, and closed the incision in layers so tension was shared and the scar could heal more predictably. Drains and compression are often used short-term to manage fluid while swelling improves. Photos were taken 2 months after surgery, and even as healing continues, our patients results are already remarkable, with a smoother upper buttock contour and relief of most of his pain as inflammation settles. Our patient also reported greater comfort when sitting and during day-to-day activities.

Posterior Butt Lift with Open Silicone Removal for Pain Relief & Smooth Contour

Our patient is a 28-year-old White male who came to Dr. Timothy Katzen with buttock discomfort and pain after silicone injections performed by another surgeon. Because free silicone can migrate, trigger inflammation, and create firm pockets, Dr. Katzen recommended a closed silicone injection removal using an ultrasound-guided, VASER-assisted method, a silicone removal technique designed to break up and evacuate silicone through small access points rather than large open incisions when the distribution is appropriate. Under general anesthesia, Dr. Katzen first assessed the affected regions to plan the safest and most effective site for removal. He then created tiny, strategically placed openings and used VASER ultrasound energy to gently emulsify the silicone and reactive fluid, thereby separating unwanted material from healthier tissue. A specialized cannula was used to suction out the loosened silicone in a controlled, step-by-step pattern, reducing the risk of unevenness. Throughout the procedure, Dr. Katzen focuses on protecting the skin, avoiding over-aggressive removal, and maintaining smooth contours. Post-operative care includes compression and ambulation to promote venous return, with follow-up to monitor for swelling. These photos were taken one week after surgery. While firmness is still expected at this stage, he already appears markedly improved and reports feeling relieved of most of his pain as healing continues and inflammation subsides.

VASER Ultrasound, closed silicone removal for pain relief and buttock contour

Our patient is a 39-year-old Hispanic female who came to Dr. Timothy Katzen with worsening pain, burning, itching, discoloration, and migration after having unregulated foreign body injections performed. Because injected materials can spread and keep irritating tissue, Dr. Katzen recommended a posterior butt lift with an open silicone injection removal technique to remove the affected tissue directly and restore a smoother contour. Under general anesthesia, he made a planned incision to access the affected layers, separated healthy tissue from inflamed pockets, and removed silicone-laden tissue in a controlled, step-by-step manner. In total, 7 lb of injected tissue was excised, thereby reducing pressure and chronic discomfort. After cleansing the area and controlling bleeding, Dr. Katzen tightened the deeper support layers, removed excess loose skin, and lifted the posterior tissues so that the transition between the upper buttock and lower back appeared more even. The incision was closed in layers for strength, and compression with close follow-up helped manage swelling and fluid during recovery. These photos were taken 1 month after surgery, and her results are already remarkable, with improved shape and a healthier appearing buttock region. The open approach lets Dr. Katzen see and remove migrated material directly. She was advised to walk gently, limit sitting pressure as directed, and care for the scar as swelling improves.

Posterior Butt Lift and Open Silicone Removal After Illegal Silicone Injections

Our patient is a 39-year-old Hispanic female who weighed 150 lbs at the time of surgery, came to Dr. Timothy Katzen for relief from foreign body buttock injections that had migrated and caused persistent pain and discomfort. Dr. Katzen recommended an open silicone injection removal with a posterior butt lift so that the foreign material could be removed under direct vision and the area could be reconstructed to achieve a smoother, healthier contour. Under general anesthesia, he made a planned posterior incision, separated healthier tissue from inflamed silicone-laden pockets, and removed the involved tissue in a controlled, step-by-step fashion to reduce pressure and irritation. After cleansing and careful control of bleeding, he tightened the deeper support layers and trimmed excess loose skin. He lifted the posterior tissues to improve the transition from the lower back into the buttock region. The incision was closed in layers to support strength and reduce tension. These photos were taken 3.5 years after surgery, showing remarkable long-term results and a more comfortable daily life. Our patient shared that she is happy to be relieved from most of her pain. Direct visualization facilitates more precise targeting of migrated material, and aftercare commonly includes compression, walking, and close follow-up. Dr. Katzen focuses on smooth contours by removing tissue evenly and protecting the skin, so the result looks natural in clothing and from multiple angles as healing matures.

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