I have looked on the web and noticed uses of kenalog injections to correct over fat transfers, is this true?

Your questions answered by our surgeon, Lucian Ion, FRCS(Plast)

Asked on 03 October 2013

Question

I had fat transfer approx. four years ago and always hated it, it has produced a vertical line across my upper lip (under my nose). As time goes by is becoming more noticeable. What can I do?

I have looked on the web and noticed uses of kenalog injections to correct over fat transfers, is this true?

Answer

What you are describing is a relatively superficial treatment, and I have not used triamcinolone injection other than forward deep seated deposits. I imagine that he can work, but there did also carry some risks notably of thinning of the skin, redness or excessive reduction. I would be happy to have a look at a photographs on the area and give you more guidance.

Mr Lucian Ion FRCS(Plast)
Aveling House
1B Upper Wimpole Street
London W1G 6AB