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A Question About Sliding Genioplasty?

April 23, 2013
Asked By:jsmedleyyy

I am interested in possibly undergoing sliding genioplasty in order to have a more projected chin. I am aware of the titanium plate utilized to hold the two segments of the mandible in place, which I understand eventually fuse once again in a matter of months, correct? Nonetheless, although I have read it is not necessary to remove the titanium plate eventually, can it be removed per the patient's request?

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Answer: Removal of Fixation Plate After Sliding Genioplasty

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April 28, 2013

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