Gore-Tex chin implants: a review of 324 cases. Archives of facial plastic surgery : official publication for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Inc. and the International Federation of Facial Plastic Surgery Societies. [Arch Facial Plast Surg] Journal article | | Title | Gore-Tex chin implants: a review of 324 cases. | | Author(s) | Godin M, Costa L, Romo T, Truswell W, Wang T, Williams E | | Institution | Department of Otolaryngology, Virginia Commonwealth University/Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA, USA. | | Source | Arch Facial Plast Surg 2003 May-Jun; 5(3):224-7. | | MeSH | Adult
Chin
Female
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Patient Satisfaction
Polytetrafluoroethylene
Prostheses and Implants
Prosthesis Implantation
Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
| | Abstract | Augmentation of the chin is a long-standing and effective technique for facial enhancement. We have used preformed expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (Gore-Tex) implants for chin augmentation for several years. For this study, we collectively pooled data detailing our experiences with this material. From January 1, 1998, to March 30, 2001, a total of 324 Gore-Tex chin implants were placed. No resorption or visible movement of any implant occurred. Two (0.62%) of the 324 implants became infected and were ultimately removed. No other complications occurred. This complication rate compares favorably to other reports. Five implants (1.5%) were removed or changed in size due to patient requests. All remaining patients (97.8%) were satisfied with their result. We also describe technical points and procedure modifications that have helped us achieve beneficial results for our patients. Gore-Tex is a reliable implant material that helps the surgeon to achieve a high degree of patient satisfaction in chin augmentation. | | Language | eng | | Pub Type(s) | Journal Article
| | PubMed ID | 12756115 |
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