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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

Completed the removal of silicone injections from our 38-year-old female patient using an open technique. Remarkably, we extracted a substantial 7 pounds of contaminated scar tissue. She's now being gently settled into a supportive garment before heading to recovery. A vital reminder: steer clear of silicone injections altogether, and if you've had them, prioritize removal before any symptoms escalate.

A patient in her mid-30s, weighing over 160 pounds, recently underwent a silicone removal procedure for her buttocks. Having had silicone injected over 11 years ago, she began experiencing pain and swelling. Determined to find a solution, she traveled from out of state to seek the expertise of Dr. J. Timothy Katzen in Beverly Hills, CA. The surgery, which lasted three hours, proved successful in addressing her concerns. Following the procedure, the patient reported feeling significantly better and expressed her utmost satisfaction with the results achieved.

Meet our resilient patient, a 53-year-old Latina female standing at 4'11 and weighing 150 pounds. Unfortunately, 17 years ago, she underwent a procedure where raw silicone was injected into her buttocks, resulting in both physical pain and skin deformity.	In August 2023, she sought the expertise of Dr. J. Timothy Katzen in Beverly Hills, CA, to address these complications. The patient underwent a silicone removal procedure specifically targeting her buttocks.	The procedure was successful in relieving her from the discomfort caused by the silicone injections and improving the appearance of her buttocks. The patient expressed a significant sense of relief and overall improvement in her well-being after the procedure.	It's essential to highlight that this patient's experience is unique to her and may not represent the experiences of others. We commend her for her courage and wish her continued health and happiness on her journey to recovery.

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