How long is the life span of rhinoplasty prosthesis

Not everyone has a high nose bridge, so some people with low nose bridges will choose to have a rhinoplasty, because people with high noses have a more three-dimensional and delicate face than those with low nose bridges. In addition, the cosmetic technique of rhinoplasty has become more and more mature. It mainly involves implanting a prosthesis into the bridge of the nose. However, many people who choose rhinoplasty may wonder how long the prosthesis used in rhinoplasty can last.

1. Lifespan of rhinoplasty prosthesis

The main component of the prosthesis used in the surgery is silicone. After years of clinical trials, its safety has been recognized by everyone. Silicone gel implants have no side effects. In addition, in the past, for safety reasons, it was generally required to be replaced every 10 years, and implant removal and conversion to a new prosthesis are also convenient. As long as there is no rejection of the prosthesis, prosthetic rhinoplasty can basically be used for more than ten years.

2. Misunderstandings of prosthetic rhinoplasty

1. Myth 1: Rhinoplasty will affect your voice

"Rhinoplasty and nasal septum surgery can cause great changes in a person's voice." After rhinoplasty, the change in a person's voice is actually very subtle. Most people cannot hear it, so we need to listen carefully.

2. Myth 2: Rhinoplasty will melt in the sun

Some reliable information indicates that some illegal markets abroad inject wax oil and other substances into those who want to have their noses reshaped. Wax and sunlight cannot coexist. Everyone is well aware of the hazards of injecting wax oil. Legitimate implants used for rhinoplasty will not melt in the sun.

3. Myth 2: Rhinoplasty can cause rhinitis

Will prosthetic rhinoplasty cause rhinitis? Medically, rhinitis refers to complications caused by acute or chronic diseases. Generally speaking, prosthetic rhinoplasty will not cause symptoms such as rhinitis. However, because rhinoplasty surgery is performed on the surface of our nose, it will not have any adverse effects on our nasal bones. Moreover, the symptoms caused by rhinoplasty and rhinitis do not occur in the same place, so prosthetic rhinoplasty will not cause disease.

3. Does the silicone material for rhinoplasty need to be taken out and replaced regularly?

Silicone material can be stored in the nose for a long time and generally does not need to be removed. If you can afford it but are worried that silicone rhinoplasty will not be effective over time, you can also replace the prosthesis regularly.