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Faith20
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Hi everyone,
The reason for my review is to share my experience with having silicone injections removal. I had the silicone for 4 years I started to notice discoloration of my skin and pain when I sat down for long periods of time. I reached out to dr. Gallerani and within a week I had an appointment and was ready for surgery.
I was anxious and had very bad anxiety over this and this is why I decided to do everything so fast. I just wanted this stuff out before it got worse.
Fast forward to 6 months later I feel great health wise but a little discomfort when sitting or doing light activities. Nothing to worry about I was told.
I am now looking for a doctor to do my reconstruction with and I came across a Doctor by the name of Carlos Gomez. Can anyone give my some insight regarding this doctor. I have seen lots of reviews on here saying he’s amazing but I wanted a more personal convo regarding his work. Only because I was told I needed implants and I’m not to sure of going that route.
Thank you!

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Alberto S. Gallerani, MD

Alberto S. Gallerani, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (35)

May 28, 2020
Hi Well I've heard he is awesome with recons! How are you healing ?
May 28, 2020
Im healing great. The only thing is that after 2 months my skin got a little discolored around the incision. I was told that it sometimes happens and it can be removed easily. I can def say at the beginning I didn’t think it was going to get better plus I’m very inpatient at times. The healing process is long but honestly now I feel great. I feel no pain at all and I’m back to doing normal activities except exercise.
May 29, 2020
I'm so happy for you. Sound like you are healthy again. I'm thinking on going to him for removal. Who's doing your reconstruction?
May 29, 2020
Im thinking of going to Carlos Gómez in Columbia.
June 14, 2020
Hi , I had a friend who went to him & she looks great. I am going to him November for removal & reconstruction.
June 15, 2020
Went to who? Carlos Gómez?
June 19, 2020
Yes
May 29, 2020
Can I ask why Dr. G is not doing your reconstruction?
May 29, 2020
Dr. Gallerani is expensive but don’t get me wrong he is worth every dollar. But, I’ve seen some of his recon pics and I wasn’t really in love with the results. I figured I’ve done the hardest part already which is removing the silicon with him. Plus after speaking with Dr. Gomez and he explained why I would need the butt implants it just made sense. Not saying I’m with the implants but I’m not totally against it either. I just want more info before I actually go through with it.
May 29, 2020
I've heard his very talented with recons. Good luck to you.
June 20, 2020
Thank you, and best of luck to you too!
June 1, 2020
Where are you located? I know there is a dr in NY who has done recon on silicone removals.
June 1, 2020
I'm located in Tx. I'm thinking on going with Dr Katzen for removal. Yes Gallerani is very expensive.
January 2, 2021
I'm looking to get reconstruction. I had my removal done with Gallerani back on Dec 2014. I live in NY...I'm debating on having Dr. Matthew Schulman(in NY) and Dr.Gallerani(in Florida) doing my reconstruction. Which other doctor in NY is good for reconstruction?
January 4, 2021
I too am looking to get reconstruction done. Searching for a Dr has been difficult. I was looking into Dr Delvicchio who is located in NY. I know someone who had reconstruction with him and her results are amazing. I did hear Gallerani does good reconstruction but I haven’t been able to find any before and after pics.
January 30, 2021
Dr. Gallerani has limited pics of before and after reconstruction pics. Honestly, I dont want that big scar on my back.Im not impressed with his before and after pics either. He did my removal but just did a small butterfly incision in between my glutes. I prefer Dr.Matthew Schulman just because I like his before and after pics...I think that's as long as he gets rid of my love handles that was created after the removal I will look much better...cant wait till this while journey is over.
January 30, 2021
I completely understand how you feel. I have been looking into several doctors for reconstruction but many don’t want to do a bbl if you’ve had silicone removal.
June 3, 2021
I had consultation with Dr. Katzen. I have to get him my MRI results.
July 11, 2020
Do you still have their contact info where you got the shots? I want them.
July 13, 2020
Please don’t do it , you will live to regret it. It’s not worth it. Save your money & get a bbl if you want a bigger butt, but don’t ruin your health for a butt. I am talking from experience.
July 18, 2020
If you want a bigger butt save your money take your time do a bbl DO NOT GET SHOTS . Imagine you pay your money your body looks good in cloths but you can’t wear a bathing suits because you have lumps or discoloration. Imagine feeling tired all the time with pain in your butt. Please don’t do that to yourself.
July 28, 2020
Yessss please don’t do it!! My ass is black and I’m brown skin . So ugly,disgusting and deformed looking. I will never been seen in a swimsuit or naked. You won’t catch me. I can’t wait for my reconstruction.
UPDATED FROM Faith20
8 months post

Reconstruction coming soon

Faith20
Hello ladies and gentlemen,
Just a little update since the last time I wrote about my biopolimeros/silicone removal. I’ve decided to get reconstruction surgery this year. The doctor I chose to do this procedure with is Carlos Gómez in Cali, Columbia. I sent my deposit in today which I’m excited because it’s the first step. I’ve researched and I’ve spoken to a few ladies on here and I’ve gotten some great feed back. I appreciate every single one of you and hope to continue updating you girls on my journey to a normal life. I’m not going to sit here and pretend to be all jolly cause god knows I’m terrified. Lol. But I just want to be able to fit my clothes and look ok again. If anyone has had surgery with this doctor and can share some more light regarding his work that would be amazing. also if anyone can share their experiences as far as how they prepared for this surgery would be awesome. Sending lots of love and prayers to those still dealing with this nightmare.

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July 28, 2020
I’m considering Dr. Gomez as well. From what I’m seeing on IG, I believe we’re making the right decision. They asked that I send my 1,000 dollars deposit to schedule my appointment. I’m getting the bioploymers removal , gluteal reconstruction and Lipo BBL. I want a breast reduction but I assume he doesn’t want to do everything all at once. I feel since I’m going to be under, why Not ? But I’m really nervous so I feel u on that. But, I’m looking forward to the outcome! When are you scheduled?
July 28, 2020
Hey NuNu3, I’m scheduled for October. How about you? I wanted to do lipo on my stomach but he told me it couldn’t be done all at once. But I’m ok with that.
August 26, 2020
I set a date in October . When are you scheduled? Maybe we can meet. I need a traveling partner. I just booked my flight. I’m too excited
July 28, 2020
I haven’t set a date. Are you getting Butt implants? Or just the removal?
July 28, 2020
Yes, he recommended Getting butt implants. I wasn’t completely with it but I feel like I have no choice. I want this to be my last surgery.
July 31, 2020
I understand. He told me me he will give me fat transfer. BBL . I spoke to another Dr. who stated that he wouldn’t do that. He doesn’t recommend implants nor fat transfer because you can die. I’m like hold up “what”???
July 31, 2020
Omg! I’m already a nervous wreck. Lol. I mean you can die from pretty much any procedure. Plus, if these ass shots didn’t kill me I guess I’ll take my chances with a real certified doctor.
August 2, 2020
I’m really considering him. I went to Miami this weekend and had a CT Scan with Dr. Antun . I’m not sure if I want to have him remove the bioploymers? He doesn’t seem as experience like Gomez and Torres. Very nice guy tho!
August 3, 2020
A CT? I’ve never heard of someone getting a CT done for this particular problem. But then again every doctor works in different ways. Just make sure he specializes in silicone injections.
August 13, 2020
Yeah he pretty much X-ray my bottom to see where the product was located . And went over the X-ray with me that was giving on a disk .
July 31, 2020
My plan is to go in November to Dr.Gomez. I’m nervous as hell but I just want to be healthy again. So expensive but if I can be healthy again it’s worth it.
July 31, 2020
Hey fantastic124664, did you schedule your surgery? Your going to feel great after surgery.
August 2, 2020
I’m nervous but excited for the outcome ! It’s a long road ahead for all of us .
August 8, 2020
Hi yes, I did.did you ? I coming from NY .