I am thinking whether or not to have a nose surgery. My doctor said I do not have enough carilage on my ears and I also do not want a scar on my breast. Will silastic implants look more fake? Will silastic implants last a lifetime?
October 18, 2009
Answer: Rhinoplasty implants I find it very difficult to believe you do not have enough cartilage on your ears (plural) and/or septum. If your deficit is that large, it is most likely you will need a substantial graft which is traditionally your rib (hip bone and skull have also been used). The size of comparable silicone or PTFE (gortex) or polypropylene (medpor) implants to achieve a comparable augmentation would most likely make it more prone to complications, either visibility or rotation, encalpsulation, extrusion, body erosion, etc. Silicone is probably the most coomonly used material and therefore it s complications are frequently described. It is not likely to be permanent. The search for the perfect implant has gone on for over a 100 years. People have even used ivory. However, the perfect implant has not been found. Implants which are the "rage" today may not prove to be ideal in the future as complications arise.
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October 18, 2009
Answer: Rhinoplasty implants I find it very difficult to believe you do not have enough cartilage on your ears (plural) and/or septum. If your deficit is that large, it is most likely you will need a substantial graft which is traditionally your rib (hip bone and skull have also been used). The size of comparable silicone or PTFE (gortex) or polypropylene (medpor) implants to achieve a comparable augmentation would most likely make it more prone to complications, either visibility or rotation, encalpsulation, extrusion, body erosion, etc. Silicone is probably the most coomonly used material and therefore it s complications are frequently described. It is not likely to be permanent. The search for the perfect implant has gone on for over a 100 years. People have even used ivory. However, the perfect implant has not been found. Implants which are the "rage" today may not prove to be ideal in the future as complications arise.
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August 27, 2012
Answer: Nasal implant for rhinoplasty
I have successfully used preformed nasal implants for years, but to answer your questions:
1. I would not plan on anything lasting a "lifetime".
2. Whether cartilage, bone or a pre made nasal implant are used, the skill and judgement of the surgeon is the primary factor. ie. the most important part of getting a good result, is the surgeon you choose.
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August 27, 2012
Answer: Nasal implant for rhinoplasty
I have successfully used preformed nasal implants for years, but to answer your questions:
1. I would not plan on anything lasting a "lifetime".
2. Whether cartilage, bone or a pre made nasal implant are used, the skill and judgement of the surgeon is the primary factor. ie. the most important part of getting a good result, is the surgeon you choose.
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