Will screws from Zygoma reduction causes issues at checkpoints?

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Hi, I am very dissatisfied with my high wide cheekbones and planning to do zygoma reduction surgery in Korea next month. Understand they will use screw, pins for fixation. As my work will need me to travel to countries like US, Europe, do you know if it will create issues for me at Checkpoint when entering US, Europe, etc? Thanks!

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

These types of screws do not usually present problems with security checks in airports, so you shouldn't have anything to worry about.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question, this procedure is done with titanium plates and screws which should not affect radiographic imaging machines at check points. I would definitely verify with your surgeon to make sure the material being used will not hamper your traveling. I hope this was helpful. Best Dr. Emer.

Dan Landmann, MD · Answer

Thank you for posting your question to Realself.
For the procedure you are discussing, the type of metal used in the implants is titanium. As such, the implants will not cause issue at security checkpoints. The radiographic scanners and metal detectors will not likely pick up the implants and you will be able to make it through security, pending you don't have any other metal in or on your body. 
Hope this helps!
Dr. Dan Landmann, MD, MSEE

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

Cheekbone reduction osteotomies are secured with titanium plates and screws which do not interfere with radiographic imaging or airport scanners.

Melih Erogul, MD (retired) · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
Titanium facial plates, wires, and screws should not affect airport scanners as they have a low iron content and are relatively small. Larger prostheses such as hips and knees may be detected. Just to be safe, ask your physician to provide you with written verification of the hardware placement to prevent unnecessary inconvenience.
Best wishes...

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