Can An Infected Nose Implant Be Removed and Replaced? Is There High Risk For Recurring Infection?

An infected nose implant must be removed and not replaced.  There must be adequate time for the infection to resolve and heal.  That period of time should probably be at least 6 months to a year, otherwise there is a risk of recurring infection.  It is acceptable to consider alternative techniques such as cartilage grafting rather than synthetic implants if possible.  If synthetic implants are used, caution that there is another chance that it could get infected.

What you describe is a reasonable approach. The infected implants should be removed and then a waiting period of a few months to allow the infection to clear is important before considering another implant.

With infected nasal implant, the implant should be removed as soon as possible. The infection must be treated very aggressively. Then wait 6-12 month before considering another surgery. By then ther will be stable changes. Then discuss all options available. Your own tissue is far superior to implants and will resist infection.