Liquid silicone is a semi-solid inert substance that has been used alongside hyaluronic acid fillers to enhance volume on the face and body. Once silicone is injected into the soft tissue, it integrates into the substance of the fat and is difficult to remove. In patients who have inflammatory complications related to silicone injections, management may include surgery, dissipating injections, and anti-inflammatory agents.

The removal of liquid silicone and silicone granulomas, the inciting agents for the inflammatory reaction requires an integrated approach that addresses the mass effect of the silicone and the associated inflammation. Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian is world-famous for the management of liquid silicone complications.

"I have developed the Karamanoukian Grading Scale for Soft Tissue Reaction to characterize and properly treat patients with complications related to silicone injections." Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian

 If you are suffering from complications arising from silicone lip injections or similar permanent fillers to lips, Dr. Karamanoukian can provide you with expertise in the management of lip complications for permanent fillers. Please call our patient care coordinators at Kare Beirut, Kare Beverly Hills, or Kare Santa Monica to discuss options for removal.