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Are Cheek Implants Possible for Lupus (SLE) Patients?

misslupieDec 3, 2012
I have some q's concerning Lupus & implants: *Do ppl w/SLE to develope problems with capsulebuilding around the impl? Like: -exessive building -contracture -irregular capsule w/visible bumps -continuous building, causing impl. to "grow" bigger over time *How much higher is the risk of impl. rejection w/SLE? * Does removal damage tissue & bones? Would I look deformed? * Is there a higher risk of infection by placement through the mouth? Are there methods w/less risk of infect.?

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Dr. Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS
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Dr. William Portuese, MD
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Answered on Dec 28, 2012
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Dr. Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
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Answered on Dec 5, 2012
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