Upper and Lower Lip Silicone Removal surgery for a Firmer, Healthier Contour*

Surgical removal of silicone lip implants is often necessary when permanent foreign material causes scar tissue, distortion, and concern about long-term complications. Our patient is a 28-year-old White female who sought out Dr. J. Timothy Katzen because she had previously injected foreign bodies in her upper and lower lips and wanted them removed. Her concerns centered on the foreign material itself, the scar tissue that formed around it, and the possibility of granulomas and associated cancer risk. Under general anesthesia, Dr. Katzen performed silicone injection removal of the lips by carefully accessing the affected lip tissue, isolating the abnormal material, and excising the foreign bodies while preserving as much normal tissue as possible. This form of reconstructive plastic surgery requires precision because the lips are delicate, highly visible, and essential to facial balance. When silicone or other foreign substances remain in the lips, they can trigger chronic inflammation, firmness, lumpiness, asymmetry, and an unnatural look over time.  Lip reconstruction after foreign body removal focuses on improving contour, reducing irregularity, and supporting healthier healing.  Her photos were taken 2 weeks after surgery and already show remarkable early improvement, with smoother upper and lower lips, a more balanced shape, and less visible abnormal fullness. At only 2 weeks, her result is already striking and should continue refining as healing progresses.