Would Serrapeptase attack my chin implant and HA fillers?

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I had a chin implant surgery 4 months back and it is uneven. It was performed intraorally with screws. One side is uneven. So I'm planning to take Serrapeptase to rectify it. What I'd like to know is: 1. Would Serrapeptase attack the silicone chin implant? 2. How long will I have to take it to see a visible difference in my internal scar? 3. After I'm done seeing the results and stop taking the meds does the scar tissue come back? 4. Does it affect HA fillers? 5. Any precautions

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

If you are concerned that there is asymmetrical swelling involving the scar tissue inside your mouth, you may consider asking your surgeon if a steroid injection might be helpful for softening it. All scars on the inside of the mouth will soften and flatten with time, even if nothing is done.

If you are concerned about the appearance of your chin implant 4 months postoperative, it may be sitting crooked. Determine that with an examination. Sometimes an axial CAT scan of the chin is helpful for visualizing the implant and its relationship to the underlying mandible bone. For a more definitive answer, please consider re-asking your question with photographs. I hope this is helpful. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Jose Perez-Gurri, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi. If your implant was fixed with screws, no amount of serrapeptase will correct any displacement that might have occurred. Good luck

Would Serrapeptase attack my chin implant and HA fillers?

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