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Are I-shaped silastic implants a good option? Do they reduce the complications associated with traditional L-shaped implants?

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Do I-shaped silastic implants used only on the bridge greatly reduce the complications associated with traditional L-shaped implants? From my research, it seems most of of the problems from silicone implants are due to using L-shaped implants that place undue stress on the skin of the tip. Would using an I-shaped implant to elevate the bridge, and cartilage grafts to increase tip projection and definition a reasonable approach?

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