I (24) male had a chin augmentation surgery one year ago. Sadly my implant got infected and had pus oozing out. My surgeon cleaned it and removed the infection lump . It's been 1 month since I got it cleaned and pus still keeps oozing out and I got it cleaned once again and situation hasn't improved since. My surgeon suggested anti biotics and anti bacterial tube. Should I get a second opinion or will the infection get cured?
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February 5, 2024
Answer: Chin Implant Infection
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Jacob Tower, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
From what I can see in your photos, you seem to be a suitable candidate for a bichectomy and a chin implant. Typically, I decide on surgery after a physical examination of my patients. Upon examining your photos, I notice a density in the buccal fat pad, which contributes to the appearance of a...
What you describe sounds fairly typical and what most people should expect from having a facial implant.
If the implant bothers you enough that you would regret having the procedure, then talk to your provider about having it removed.
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Mats Hagstrom, MD
Hello, hope you are well. Thank you for posting your questions. Vancomycin is not commonly used after revision facial implants. This medication is usually given by IV in a hospital setting for very specific types of infections. It can be taken orally but it is poorly absorbed into the...
