Is It a Difference Between Silicone and Hydrogel for the Butt Injections?

November 19, 2011
Asked By:lotusflowerbomb in Houston, TX

i understand that ”butt shots” are not legally practiced but when i see the horror stories about it being potentially fatal its always stated that its because of the hydrogel i just wanted to know if it was difference between silicone and hydrogel

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November 25, 2011

Answer: Silicone and Hydrogel for Buttock Fullness

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John LoMonaco, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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November 25, 2011

Answer: Silicone and Hydrogel for Buttock Fullness

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John LoMonaco, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 21, 2011

Answer: Buttock Augmentation with "Fillers"

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Ryan A. Stanton, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 21, 2011

Answer: Buttock Augmentation with "Fillers"

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Ryan A. Stanton, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 21, 2011

Answer: There is NO Chemical that is safe to inject into your body

Armando Soto, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 21, 2011

Answer: There is NO Chemical that is safe to inject into your body

Armando Soto, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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