Im Asian and my doc advised me to use L shape siliconefor my rhinoplasty,should I go for it?or is it outdated to use L shape silicone for rhinoplasty now?i just wanted a higher bridge and more defined tip
December 20, 2012
Answer: L shaped implant is outdated
This is strictly my opinion, as each surgeon has an opinion about synthetic implants.
For me, I switched to using only the patient's own tissues for reshaping the nose and have had a great improvement in the results. Synthetic implants can create problems at any point in time, even years into the future. L shaped implants in particular can cause undue stress at the nasal tip and should be avoided in my opinion.
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December 20, 2012
Answer: L shaped implant is outdated
This is strictly my opinion, as each surgeon has an opinion about synthetic implants.
For me, I switched to using only the patient's own tissues for reshaping the nose and have had a great improvement in the results. Synthetic implants can create problems at any point in time, even years into the future. L shaped implants in particular can cause undue stress at the nasal tip and should be avoided in my opinion.
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August 19, 2017
Answer: Cartilage is best for Asian rhinoplasty in my opinion.
Cartilage is best for Asian rhinoplasty in my opinion. In 35 years I have not had any infection using cartilage but have seen many silicone implants come thru the skin or get infected.
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August 19, 2017
Answer: Cartilage is best for Asian rhinoplasty in my opinion.
Cartilage is best for Asian rhinoplasty in my opinion. In 35 years I have not had any infection using cartilage but have seen many silicone implants come thru the skin or get infected.
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