I have a scar inside lip after removal biopolimer gel. Will it heal or do I need surgery to remove it? (Photo)

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I have a scar inside low lip after removal biopolimer gel. Is this scar disappear someday orNEED to remove surgical? Thank you.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our office specializes in the removal of biopolimero injections from the lips. In some cases, the swelling may require additional surgical treatment. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles

Carlos Alberto Ríos García, MD · Answer

Scarring and firmness inside the lips after biopolymer or permanent filler removal can be very common, especially because these surgeries are usually performed in tissues that already have:
* chronic inflammation* fibrosis* altered blood supply* and previous foreign-body reaction
One important thing to understand is that lip tissue can continue remodeling for many months after surgery. Early scar tissue often feels:
* firm* thick* uneven* or noticeable
before gradually softening over time.
From your photo, this does not immediately look like an aggressive deforming scar, which is reassuring.
Whether another surgery is needed depends on:
* how long ago the removal was performed* whether the area is improving* if there is persistent residual material* and whether the scar is causing functional or cosmetic problems
In many cases, surgeons prefer waiting before considering revision because additional surgery too early can sometimes create:
* more fibrosis* more stiffness* contour irregularities* or worsening scar formation
Some patients improve significantly with time alone as inflammation settles and the tissues mature.
When needed, conservative management may sometimes include:
* massage* scar modulation* steroid treatment in selected cases* or later revision surgery if the scar becomes stable but remains problematic
The challenge with biopolymer removal is that the goal is not only removing material, but preserving the delicate anatomy and mobility of the lips afterward. Patience is often an important part of the healing process in these cases.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Very, very hard to remove these dangerous illegal substance. The surgery to remove can cause scarring by the body's reaction to the substance and the operation incisions. Only attempts rot remove surgically can maybe ...help. But again why do you all ALLOW a non doctor to inject your face is beyond me

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

The answer depends upon how old the scar is. Time, massage and possibly a steroid injection can be very helpful. If the mass there is 6-12 months old it is more likely that you will require a small surgical procedure to remove the scar tissue and smooth the contour of the left side of your lower lip. I hope this information is helpful.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

I have a scar inside lip after removal biopolimer gel. Will it heal or do I need surgery to remove it? (Photo)

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