How Can I Remove Aquamid from My Face?

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i did needle incision twice,i injected kenacort 3times and no result,i still feel the lupms and i dnt see any change in volume in my face,however i get a feeling of pain as pinching or ticking kind of after after the procedure,,,not sure if its due to some nerve tension,im really bothered with the result of aquamid in my face and i really want it removed,what is the best solution and keep in mind i already tried the above,cant they invent a dissolavable product for permanent products already fft

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

We are seeing many longterm problems associated with permanent fillers in our office. Complications from silicone biopolymers, Artefill, Bellafill, PMMA, and biopolimero should be addressed by an expert in the field.

In my practice, I specialize in the removal of Bellafill and Artefill injections, in addition to silicone biopolymers, from the face and body. Initially, treatments are non-surgical with corticosteroids and immune modulators. If unable to be corrected, we can also perform surgery in some cases.

Patients should undergo biometric screening, clinical assessment of Karamanoukian Grade of Soft Tissue Reaction, and ultrasound examination.

Silicone biopolymers can also be removed from the body if there are signs of migration or inflammation. All of these filler-types should be removed as early as possible.

Lastly, our office is conducting ongoing studies of plasma-assisted corticosteroid application, which allows for diffusion of the treatment medication in superficial tissue without causing atrophy.

Best,

Dr. Karamanoukian

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Glenn Vallecillos, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello ~

	 

	In short, you should not be attempting to perform any surgical procedure on yourself. Contra-indicated 100 % of the time. I recommend you either A) follow up with the clinician who performed the procedure or B) Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or Facial Plastic Surgeon for an evaluation and management plan.

	 

	Best of luck ~

	Glenn Vallecillos, M.D., F.A.C.S.

How Can I Remove Aquamid from My Face?

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