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Revision Rhinoplasty, from Goretex to Silicone??

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I had goretex and ear cartilage for my primary rhinoplasty almost a year ago. I plan to do a revision. Is it okay to do a revision with silicone? I've emailed many doctors and some say silicone is perfectly fine and some say I have to use rib. I honestly really DO NOT want to use rib. So I would like to know if silicone is okay to use from goretex for revision rhinoplasty. I know that all implants and materials will have risks, so please let me know your thoughts or if you have any advise.

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