Are dermal fillers safe if I have surgical plates and screws in my face from a previous jaw surgery?

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I had upper and lower jaw surgery with a sliding genioplasty in June 2018, to fix long face syndrome and open bite. It worked out well and I am very happy and absolutely love the result. I'm thinking about cheek and under eye filler, to add some volume to my face. My main concern are the plates and screws I have in my maxilla, mandible, and chin. Are fillers safe to have if there's plates and screws in place? Or, is it too risky? I am very afraid of infection or damage to the screws/plates.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This shouldn't be an issue however, I recommend consulting with a board certified physician in order to determine your treatment options. Best, Dr. Emer.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Dermal fillers would normally not be placed to the same depth as surgical plates and screws on the face, so there should not be a problem having fillers injected in someone with plates and screws in place.

Trevor M. Born, MD · Answer

Dear JustinewieczThank you for your question !  The hardware placed with your surgery should not be at risk with injectable fillers. All the BestTrevor M Born MD

Jeffrey Joseph, MD, FACS · Answer

I have used fillers in patients who have had reconstructive surgery, and, to date, have had no problems.   I would go to someone board certified that uses strict sterile technique and uses HA fillers that aren’t permanent.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear justinewiecz,
you should be able to get dermal fillers even if you have plates and screws. If you are considering a treatment, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. The answer is yes, it is safe fo you to do. That being said, I recommend finding someone who is very proficient with injectables as you want it done correctly. Best wishes.Dr. T

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Yes, you should be able to have filler treatment safely even with surgical hardware in place.  I encourage you to see an experienced board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns.  Be sure to mention your previous surgery.

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

As long as your fillers are done by someone who is extremely proficient such as a plastic surgeon then you're most certainly safe to use the fillers on your face and body. I hope this helps and good luck from New York City plastic surgery

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