If a person wants cheek implants, can part of their rib bone be used? If so, will it integrate with the actual cheekbone and become as if it was there all along? So, can this be done and would it cost more than a usual cheek augmentation? Thanks!
Answer: Rib bone not used for cheek augmentation Rib bone is not used for cheek augmentation. The rib is a short, round, cylindrical piece of cartilage that is not well-shaped at all for implantation in the cheeks. In addition, there is just not enough grafting material to use from the rib to augment the cheeks properly. Cheek augmentation is performed with synthetic Silastic implants placed up underneath the upper gingival gum line and placed over the maxillary bone. These are relatively easy to insert and remove if needed, and is completely reversible. Harvesting of rib always runs the risk of getting a pneumothorax, and is ill-advised for cheek implants.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Rib bone not used for cheek augmentation Rib bone is not used for cheek augmentation. The rib is a short, round, cylindrical piece of cartilage that is not well-shaped at all for implantation in the cheeks. In addition, there is just not enough grafting material to use from the rib to augment the cheeks properly. Cheek augmentation is performed with synthetic Silastic implants placed up underneath the upper gingival gum line and placed over the maxillary bone. These are relatively easy to insert and remove if needed, and is completely reversible. Harvesting of rib always runs the risk of getting a pneumothorax, and is ill-advised for cheek implants.
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Answer: Rib Graft for Cheek Augmentation - an Interesting Alternative? It certainly can be done. But still, I am not sure of any advantages aside from the fact that it is your own bone. Disadvantages of this rib bone for cheek augmentation include: - seperate surgical site (chest) with its theoretical risks. We are usually not timid to use rib if truly of benefit; mostly the cartilage portion in rhinoplasty. - possibility for resorption. The bone may change over time leading to diminished augmentation. The extent of this is totally inpredictable. - difficulty in shaping the rib for a good anatomical fit. In fact, I think that likely two ribs may have to be fused in order to obtain the appropriate size. Therefore, the three better options for cheek enhancement include injectable fillers, facial fat grafting and "conventional" cheek implants. They all have their pros and cons but work well.
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Answer: Rib Graft for Cheek Augmentation - an Interesting Alternative? It certainly can be done. But still, I am not sure of any advantages aside from the fact that it is your own bone. Disadvantages of this rib bone for cheek augmentation include: - seperate surgical site (chest) with its theoretical risks. We are usually not timid to use rib if truly of benefit; mostly the cartilage portion in rhinoplasty. - possibility for resorption. The bone may change over time leading to diminished augmentation. The extent of this is totally inpredictable. - difficulty in shaping the rib for a good anatomical fit. In fact, I think that likely two ribs may have to be fused in order to obtain the appropriate size. Therefore, the three better options for cheek enhancement include injectable fillers, facial fat grafting and "conventional" cheek implants. They all have their pros and cons but work well.
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September 18, 2009
Answer: Can rib bone be used as cheek implants? Hello Yes, but why? There are better options if you want to use your own tissue for a synthetic implant. The cost is greater and the rewards may not be worth it. But if your set on this, it can happen. There will be some integration of your own tissue but you will also experience some absorption. In contrast, a synthetic implant while not "you" has less of these problems. I usually reserve using ones own tissue for this type of implant if a synthetic implant does not work or there are other factors that come into play in the decision process.
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Answer: Can rib bone be used as cheek implants? Hello Yes, but why? There are better options if you want to use your own tissue for a synthetic implant. The cost is greater and the rewards may not be worth it. But if your set on this, it can happen. There will be some integration of your own tissue but you will also experience some absorption. In contrast, a synthetic implant while not "you" has less of these problems. I usually reserve using ones own tissue for this type of implant if a synthetic implant does not work or there are other factors that come into play in the decision process.
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September 18, 2009
Answer: Cheek Augmentation Dear Alexa, Micro fat grafting is an excellent choice for facial contouring. Soft tissue fillers such as Radiesse, Restylane and Sculptra can also be used for Cheek contouring. With Warm Regards, Trevor M Born MD
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Answer: Cheek Augmentation Dear Alexa, Micro fat grafting is an excellent choice for facial contouring. Soft tissue fillers such as Radiesse, Restylane and Sculptra can also be used for Cheek contouring. With Warm Regards, Trevor M Born MD
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September 18, 2009
Answer: Rib graft for cheek implants Dear Alexa, Rib cartilage and bone is a great grafting choice for many procedures, but I would not recommend using it for cheek augmentation. It would be hard to carve and shape the bone or the cartilage to the desired form and obtain good symmetry between sites. It would have to be rigidly fixed to your cheek bone to try to prevent resorption. All this would make the operation quite complex and probably expensive. I would suggest going with Medpore or silicone implants which work extremely well. Good luck! Dr. Gantous
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Answer: Rib graft for cheek implants Dear Alexa, Rib cartilage and bone is a great grafting choice for many procedures, but I would not recommend using it for cheek augmentation. It would be hard to carve and shape the bone or the cartilage to the desired form and obtain good symmetry between sites. It would have to be rigidly fixed to your cheek bone to try to prevent resorption. All this would make the operation quite complex and probably expensive. I would suggest going with Medpore or silicone implants which work extremely well. Good luck! Dr. Gantous
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