Understanding Silicone Biopolimero Removal in Los Angeles
Biopolímero is a synthetic injectable filler that often contains liquid silicone or silicone-based compounds. While sometimes marketed as a permanent solution for body or facial enhancement, these products are not approved for cosmetic injection in many countries. When injected, silicone can migrate into surrounding tissues, contaminate healthy structures, and trigger chronic inflammation. Over time, this may lead to fibrosis, hard nodules, pain, skin discoloration, and deformity. Because the material integrates into tissue, removal can be complex and may require specialized surgical management. Patients experiencing complications should seek evaluation from a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon experienced in treating silicone-related reactions.
Biopolimer and silicone lip fillers can cause chronic swelling and discomfort in the soft tissue over months and years. It’s not known what the true ingredients of biopolymers are other than silicone and silicates. The body can develop a soft tissue reaction to biopolymer fillers that can cause chronic inflammation and swelling that may not subside over time.
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian is an expert in the removal of silicone injections and biopolymers from the face and lips. His surgical technique is time-proven and can significantly reduce the volume of biopolymers contained within the soft tissues of the upper and lower lips. Once the soft tissue is removed, the inflammation usually subsides and the edema and swelling the lips goes down. There are many benefits to removing liquid silicone from the upper and lower lips. If you were experiencing symptoms of discomfort or chronic swelling, you may be a candidate for surgical removal of the liquid silicone. Most patients undergo the procedure under local anesthetic and have minimal discomfort during surgery.
Removing PMMA Biopolymers from the Lips in Los Angeles
At Kare Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles, PMMA (polymethylmethacrylate) filler complications are managed with a tailored combination of surgical and non-surgical techniques under the expert care of Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian, a double board-certified plastic surgeon recognized for his work with permanent filler reactions and removal. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, PMMA fillers like Bellafill integrate deeply into tissue and cannot be dissolved enzymatically, so treatment begins with thorough evaluation and often intralesional injections to soften fibrosis and reduce inflammatory reaction surrounding the PMMA material.
When non-surgical protocols are insufficient—particularly in cases of nodules, contour irregularities, or chronic inflammation—surgical excision may be recommended to physically remove the foreign material and reactive scar tissue. Dr. Karamanoukian combines precise surgical techniques with advanced soft-tissue management to optimize both cosmetic and functional outcomes for patients seeking PMMA removal in Los Angeles.
Some of the types of fillers that can be removed:
- Artefill
- Artecoll
- Siligel
- Biogel filler
- Genefill
- Silicone
- Biopolimero
- Bellafill
If you have experienced an unusual reaction to biopolymers, silicone injections, Artefill, Artecoll, and Radiesse Fillers; you may be a good candidate for surgery. We recommend an examination and consultation prior to surgery to assess whether the liquid silicone can be removed safely. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Karamanoukian in Los Angeles, please call office at 310-998-5533. Our office would be pleased to answer questions regarding silicon removal and help you decide the timing and nature of your procedure.