Silicon Safety Issues in Cosmetic Surgeries

April 2, 2009

Silicon is used in several types of cosmetic surgeries. But Consumers need to avoid the dangerous use of silicon.

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In particular, consumers are being warned to stay away from illegal silicone injections. Silicone is used in cosmetic enhancement operations such as breast augmentation. The Physicians Coalition for Injectable Safety says a Bronx, NY woman died, following illegal silicone injections to her thighs and buttocks. The warning does not extend to legal cosmetic injections, such as wrinkle fillers using hyaluronic acid, which are administered by licensed, properly trained and board-certified doctor.

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