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These implants come in a variety of geometric shapes and thickness (sheets, strands, tubes, and tubes). They are generally used for soft-tissue defects, such as deep wrinkles, smile lines, frown lines, and sometimes acne scars or traumatic soft-tissue defects. They can also be implanted into the lips for better lip definition.
These implants are porous, so the body's tissue can grow into it. The newer tube variants also allow tissue to grow into the central tunnel, which helps to keep the implant from migrating. The implant is soft and flexible, allowing it to be molded into certain shapes prior to placement into the soft tissue. In addition, the implants can be removed if desired, allowing you to choose whether or not your implants are permanent.
The technique is done as an office procedure under local anesthesia, using sterile technique. A small incision is made. A tunnel is created in the deep skin layer or the implant is introduced via the trochar. Once the implant is in place, it is trimmed to size. The entrance and exit sites are usually closed with a suture, which is removed after one week.
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www.goremedical.com/English/Products/OralHealth.htm
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