What things can a doctor or patient do to prevent infection after facial implants?

The most likely reason for facial implant infection is contamination from mouth during implant insertion. Perioperarive and postoperative antibiotics, irrigation of implant pocket, sterile technique and postoperative oral care are some of the factors to consider. Overall infection rate for all facial implant is somewhere in 1% range or lower. This should be discussed with your surgeon ahead of surgery. Hope this helps.