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Does cortisone shots work on silicone that was injected in your face? (Photo)

g_dotSep 24, 2016

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Its quite possible that these were the injection points of your silicone. An examination would be needed to determine. I would suggest a consultation to go over options for removal. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

We continue to have much success with our Hidef Silicone Removal technique that can remove silicone from soft tissue. Not every patient is a candidate, so an exam is necessary to determine candidacy. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS

Hello CJM0, and thank you for asking whether silicone travels to the lungs and brain years later. Yes, silicone can travel throughout your body. The medical literature reports that silicone can migrate to every organ. Injected silicone travels throughout your body by way of the lymphatic...

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Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD

Hello vicklove, I appreciate your questions! Injectable silicone used for body contouring is not FDA-approved and can cause serious side effects that may be permanent or may even lead to death. Side effects can include ongoing pain and serious injuries, such as scarring, tissue death, and...

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Silicone can be removed from the lips with success. Our office focuses on the surgical removal and treatment of silicone complications from the face and body. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Silicone does cause problems. I would obtain a breast MRI and discuss options for removal. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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