4 weeks ago,i had a surgery with medpor chin implant (submental).One week later,under the lips, it became reddish after the bath and sometimes itchy ( wings and bottom side is normal). My scar looks normal.No pus, swelling,pain, warmth.I took cipro for one week just for protection ( My Doc. said).And still same.its not clearly visible on photos.Is this infection or just skin problem?And if i wanna go for sliding genioplasty years later, removal and sliding can be in one surgery?
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Although both approaches are acceptable, there is greater chance of infection and injury to the chin muscles using the intraoral approach. I prefer the external incision. It is about a one inch incision placed near the chin crease and in most barely perceptible once healing has taken place.
Dear SeraffeRadiated cadaveric bone has been in use in reconstructive surgery for many years. It has its set of advantages and disadvantages and can be used in certain cosmetic cases if need be. We often prefer to use your own tissue / bone for most procedures because they often provide many...
Hi. The options for more projection in your case are either surgical (larger implant or genioplasty) or use of fillers. Voluma or Perlane are reasonable choices for this application. As mentioned earlier, careful technique is required to avoid infection and damage to the...
