Is it possible to remove butt injections? (Photo)

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A few years ago I got your illegal injections , as a result I suffered scarring and discoloration. Is there a way to remove whatever was injected or or break it up

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This type of injection requires surgery to remove.  I suggest you see an expert for an evaluation.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Jeremy S. Nikfarjam, MD · Answer

Hi Mizhani,
I'm sorry to hear of your condition. I treat hundreds of women each year who have been similarly victimized by these illegal injectors. The good news is that treatment is possible! I urge you to seek out a board certified plastic surgery who specializes in this unique condition. In my experience, open surgical removal is the safest and most comprehensive solution. 
I wish you the best of luck in your search for treatment!
-Dr. Nik

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Mizhani, thank you your question regarding the removal of silicone from the buttock.  Yes, it is possible to remove silicone which was injected into your buttock. The signs and symptoms that you are having, namely scarring and discoloration, are signs that your body is trying to reject the injected silicone. The next best thing for you would be to have an MRI to determine the location and amount of silicone that was injected. If the silicone product is in the fat, it may be possible to remove it with a closed technique. The closed technique is called ultrasound guided, VASER assisted, silicone suction. Alternatively, if the product is in the muscle, you may need an open technique. With the open technique, an incision that goes across the top of the buttock.  I hope that I have answered your questions regarding removing silicone from the buttock.  The FDA warns AGAINST silicone injections on their website.  The FDA states “Do not get injectable silicone or any type of filler material for large-scale body contouring or enhancement.” Also, the FDA has said Injectable silicone is permanent, with side effects that can occur right after the injection and up to years after treatment. Silicone spreads and migrates easily inside the body, which may worsen adverse events and make surgical attempts to remove the silicone oil more difficult or impossible. Silicone, when injected into areas with many blood vessels such as the buttocks, can travel to other parts of the body and block blood vessels in the lungs, heart, or brain. This can result in permanent damage to those tissues and lead to stroke or death.”  I specialize in silicone buttock removal and subsequent buttock reconstruction.  I am the Director and chief clinical investigator at the Silicone removal Institute.   Since removing silicone from the buttock is a big procedure, please seek an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon with significant experience in removing silicone from the buttock.  Do your research.  Make sure they have performed at least 100 buttock silicone removal surgeries and have the before and after pictures to prove it.  Carefully examine their before and after pictures and check their reviews on RealSelf.   If you cannot find an experienced, buttock silicone removal surgeon in your neighborhood, consider traveling out of state if you must. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons, Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, and International College of Surgery and ​member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our office specializes in the removal of silicone buttock injections. For Karamanoukian Grade II or Grade III soft tissue reaction, surgical removal is a priority.Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon

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