Glossary

Liquid silicone

A substance that is never broken down in the body and belongs to the group of permanent fillers. Injecting substances not approved for medical use, such as liquid silicone, for aesthetic purposes can cause serious and long-lasting harm. If silicone has been injected into your body, shortness of breath and chest pain are an emergency.

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