I'm getting a chin implant soon but the doctor I'm going to doesn't use screws. I'm very scared of the implant repositioning and/or moving. He did say he "stitches it into place" but I'm concerned that's not enough. Is this a valid concern?
Answer: Chin implant movement Thank you for your question regarding chin implants and the need for stabilisation with screws.
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Answer: Chin implant movement Thank you for your question regarding chin implants and the need for stabilisation with screws.
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December 3, 2024
Answer: Chin implant The size of the implant and the amount of dissection performed to place the implant does allow for some movement of the implant. I prefer to use small screws to ensure there is no migration of the implant. I have removed implants from other practices that have used stitches to secure the implant. In some cases, the implants had migrated towards the skin.
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December 3, 2024
Answer: Chin implant The size of the implant and the amount of dissection performed to place the implant does allow for some movement of the implant. I prefer to use small screws to ensure there is no migration of the implant. I have removed implants from other practices that have used stitches to secure the implant. In some cases, the implants had migrated towards the skin.
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December 3, 2024
Answer: We do not use screws for rubberized silicone chin implants either. For over 25 years, we have been suturing the bottom of the chin implant to the periosteum, which is the lining of the chin bone. I believe most surgeons utilize a suture technique, not a hardware technique with metal screws. Wishing you well moving forward. Sincerely, Dr Joseph
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December 3, 2024
Answer: We do not use screws for rubberized silicone chin implants either. For over 25 years, we have been suturing the bottom of the chin implant to the periosteum, which is the lining of the chin bone. I believe most surgeons utilize a suture technique, not a hardware technique with metal screws. Wishing you well moving forward. Sincerely, Dr Joseph
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December 3, 2024
Answer: Chin Implant Mobility A properly placed chin implant is placed under the periosteum of your mandible in a very precise, snug pocket. The periosteum is a very tight tissue lining that is not flexible, so your implant is highly unlikely to be mobile. I also use sutures to temporarily secure the implant. Long term, there is no real added advantage of a screw versus absorbable suture.
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December 3, 2024
Answer: Chin Implant Mobility A properly placed chin implant is placed under the periosteum of your mandible in a very precise, snug pocket. The periosteum is a very tight tissue lining that is not flexible, so your implant is highly unlikely to be mobile. I also use sutures to temporarily secure the implant. Long term, there is no real added advantage of a screw versus absorbable suture.
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December 3, 2024
Answer: Chin implant Thank you for posting your question here!When it comes to chin implants the pocket dissection is key , the pocket should be be placed in the sub-periosteal plane and should be snug to keep the implant in place , that being said different implants are treated differently , silicone implants are almost never screwed in place , but medpor ones are usually screwed in place.I hope this helps, best of luck!
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December 3, 2024
Answer: Chin implant Thank you for posting your question here!When it comes to chin implants the pocket dissection is key , the pocket should be be placed in the sub-periosteal plane and should be snug to keep the implant in place , that being said different implants are treated differently , silicone implants are almost never screwed in place , but medpor ones are usually screwed in place.I hope this helps, best of luck!
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