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Why Does Bone Resorption Occur After a Chin Implant?

asked 8 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Thomas A Lamperti, MD
Question viewed 140 times
Tags: chin, bone, bone loss, causes, loss, prevention, reasons, statistics

Is there anything that can be done to avoid this bone resorption after a chin implant? How common is it?

4 answers to Why Does Bone Resorption Occur After a Chin Implant?

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Bone resorption after chin implantation

Bone resorption can occur to the bone under a chin implant but this is typically what we call subclinical (meaning that it doesn't lead to a symptomatic change to the chin). To prevent this process one can leave the layer of tissue over the bone (what's called periosteum) in that area to help protect the bone from the pressure of the implant.
Thomas A Lamperti, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drlamperti.com

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Bone Rersorption Under Chin Implants Is Not A Significant Problem.

Bone resorption underneath chin implants is an often stated problem that is largely overblown in its significance. It is a natural occurrence that results from the pressure of the overlying soft tissues on the implant over time. Since the synthetic implant can not 'release' or adapt to this pressure, the underlying bone gives or resorbs. The implant then settles into the bone for a millimeter or two. The larger or bigger a chin implant is, the more likely it may be seen... more
Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD

Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Bone resorption after chin implant can be minimized.

Hi. It is important to leave the periosteum (bone lining) over the chin intact to prevent resorption. This way the implant is not lying against the bone.
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Chin implant and bone resorption

It is thought to be related to the pressure of the overlying muscle. the resorptions is minimal though. best regards
Bianca Knoll, MD

Frankfurt Plastic Surgeon

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