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Silicone Vs Gore-Tex Rhinoplasty
Dr. Bien compares two bridge-augmentation materials and explains why anatomy, tissue coverage, fixation, and revision planning matter more than choosing a material by name alone.
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Dr. Bien compares two bridge-augmentation materials and explains why anatomy, tissue coverage, fixation, and revision planning matter more than choosing a material by name alone.
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Silicone and expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE, commonly called Gore-Tex) can both be considered for bridge augmentation. The decision is individualized. A surgeon evaluates skin and soft-tissue thickness, bridge dimensions, implant stability, planned tip work, previous surgery, and revision considerations. Neither material is automatically best for every patient; safe placement and a proportionate plan are essential.
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