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Implants for Nose?

I have been reading mixed reviews on both. Which is better.. a medpor implant or silicone implant?? For my nose cartilage is not an option.

1 Doctor Answer | Asked by plasticbeauty in Georgia
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Medpor vs Silicone for Nasal Implant

With all due respec, in over 30 years I've never seen a nose where cartilage is not an option for augmentation. Cartilage is better because the patient can avoid the risks of implant movement and extrusion as well as the increased risk of infection.

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