Cheek implants are visible on imaging studies

William Portuese, MD answers: Cheek implants visible through X-ray?

Can doctors see cheek implants through an x-ray, or does it depend on the material?


William Portuese, MD
2 months ago
By William Portuese, MD - Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

Any implant will be visible on a CAT scan or MRI of the face and head. This will not affect your radiologist’s interpretation of your scan. They will also be picked up on traditional x-rays, but one has to look for very subtle shadows.

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