This case features a 71-year-old male who presented with long-standing complications from silicone foreign body injections to the malar (cheek) region and nasolabial folds. Over the years, the silicone migrated and caused significant distortion of the midface. The patient developed irregular contours, nodularity, and unnatural fullness of the cheeks. The silicone also exaggerated his nasolabial folds, creating deep creases that made him appear older and more fatigued than his true age. Like many patients with silicone injections, he also faced risks of inflammation, granulomas, pain, and progressive facial asymmetry.
He underwent surgical silicone removal under general anesthesia, during which the foreign material was carefully dissected and removed while preserving natural tissue. Following removal, the improvement in his appearance is dramatic. The malar region is now smoother, better defined, and naturally proportionate, restoring balance to the midface. The nasolabial folds, once deepened and shadowed by silicone migration, are softened, resulting in a younger, healthier, and more natural look.
This case demonstrates how silicone removal from the cheeks and nasolabial folds can reverse years of foreign body damage, restore natural midface contour, and rejuvenate overall facial aesthetics. Even at age 71, patients can achieve impressive improvements in both appearance and confidence. For individuals struggling with the complications of silicone injections, this case underscores the life-changing benefits of expert silicone removal surgery.