Priscilla Presley has confirmed reports she received botched
treatment from an unqualified plastic surgeon.
The former wife of Elvis, who is currently competing in the US
show Dancing With The Stars, was the "victim" of an unlicensed
doctor, her spokesperson said.
Botched:
Priscilla Presley, pictured here in LA on March 14, has confirmed
she was treated by a bogus plastic surgeon
It is believed he injected the 62-year-old with industrial
low-grade silicone similar to that used by mechanics to grease car
parts.
Argentinian born Dr. Daniel Serrano, who also reportedly treated
Lionel Richie's ex wife Diane, was only licensed as a nurse when he
performed the cosmetic procedure in 2003.
Feline
good: Priscilla is currently competing in US show Dancing With The
Stars
Her spokesperson added: "Priscilla Presley was one of many
documented victims of Dr. Serrano.
"An investigation which uncovered his misconduct ultimately lead
to his imprisonment. Ms. Presley dealt with this matter years ago
and everything is now well."
Serrano was investigated after his patients complained the
injections caused lumps, paralysis and craters in the face.
Fresh
faced: Priscilla with singing legend Elvis in 1967
He was arrested in 2004 and charged in relation to the illegal
injections.
Serrano was later sentenced to 18 months in prison after
pleading guilty to conspiracy, smuggling and use of unapproved
drugs in 2006.
Meanwhile, Priscilla made it through to the next round of
Dancing With The Stars last night, however tennis champ Monica
Seles and illusionist Penn Jillette were both eliminated.
Source: Daily Mail UK, Mar. 26, 2008