Biopolymer Removal in Miami, FL

Biopolymers are non-medical grade substances such as industrial silicone, hydrogel, and other polymers that were illegally injected as cosmetic fillers, typically for buttock or hip augmentation. These substances are not FDA-approved for injection and cause serious complications including chronic inflammation, migration, infections, granulomas, and disfigurement. Removal is essential to relieve pain, treat infections, and restore normal tissue.

Biopolymer removal is a complex, high-skill surgical procedure due to the infiltrative nature of these materials. At VittoMD, our board-certified surgeons use advanced techniques to remove as much of the biopolymer material as safely possible while minimizing damage to surrounding tissue. The procedure carries inherent surgical risks, all of which are discussed thoroughly during your consultation.

The surgery typically lasts 2 to 5 hours depending on the volume of biopolymer material, the number of areas affected, and the extent of tissue involvement. Complex cases involving significant migration or granuloma formation may require staged procedures. Recovery involves 2 to 4 weeks of limited activity with full healing over several months.

Complete removal is often not possible due to the infiltrative nature of biopolymers, which penetrate and fuse with surrounding tissue over time. Our goal is maximum safe removal to reduce the inflammatory burden and improve symptoms. Most patients experience significant relief and cosmetic improvement, though some residual material may remain if complete removal would compromise vital structures.

Most patients experience significant relief from pain, swelling, and inflammation following surgery. The affected areas will look and feel substantially improved, though some contour irregularities may remain. Secondary procedures such as fat grafting or additional contouring can be performed 6 to 12 months after full healing to further improve aesthetics.