Removal of vascularized medpor chin implant - Do I need to see a DDS, or is another MD okay?
January 12, 2022
Asked By:jkarpins1 in Washington, District of Columbia
Six years ago I had a medpor chin implant placed. I recently had 3 of the 4 screws securing it removed because I had a verified allergy to the titanium screws. My surgeon was unable to remove the 4th screw as it was too vascularized to even be seen during the operation. He's recommending I see a DDS to have the implant and screw removed. Do I need to see a DDS, or is another MD okay?
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Plastic surgeons tend to approach chin and plants from one incision or the other.
Generally it’s better to follow the old incision pattern but that doesn’t mean someone couldn’t convert to an external approach.
This is simply one of those things you need to discuss one on one during in perso...
I think you would benefit greatly from a genioplasty. This is a permanent procedure that allows us to pretty much put your chin in whatever position you like. By bringing it slightly forward and down, this would create more definition and length to your jawline and add balance to your profile. I...
This is my expertise and a huge portion of my practice. Asymmetry is normal and expected. See an expert who does facial shaping with surgical and nonsurgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.
