Which is better for rhinoplasty, silicone or expanded polytetrafluoroethylene?

Today's rhinoplasty technology has been favored by many women because it can make their noses more three-dimensional. The materials used for rhinoplasty include silicone and expanded polytetrafluoroethylene, so we should also pay attention to our understanding of these materials. If you choose rhinoplasty, of course you should choose the best.

1. Take out the materials for comparison:

Since the expanded material contains 80%-85% air, it is conducive to the growth of microvessels, close to permanent healing, and has the characteristics of tissue ingrowth. After tissue ingrowth, the prosthesis is not likely to shift. As long as the operation is done properly, the material can be completely removed. Silicone prostheses do not grow together with tissues in the body. Generally, the cavity where the prosthesis is placed will not change much during surgery. The prosthesis is wrapped in a layer of fiber capsule in the body like a piece of clothing, so removing the silicone prosthesis is as simple as taking something out of your pocket, and will not cause any damage to the surrounding tissues.

2. Comparison based on clinical response:

Clinical observations have shown that when organic tissue grows into the expanded material, it becomes integrated with the nose, feels realistic and is opaque, making it suitable for patients with thinner nasal skin. Silicone implants do not change shape over time and have a strong shaping effect.

3. Compare from the compatibility of materials:

Both expanded materials and silicone prostheses are relatively good, resistant to high and low temperatures, and have good chemical stability, corrosion resistance, and tissue compatibility. They are non-toxic and non-carcinogenic. Due to the special structure of the expanded material, blood vessels and nerves can gradually grow into the expanded body, allowing the expanded body and human tissue to grow together; however, silicone prostheses cannot grow together with human tissue. After being implanted in the body, they form a thin layer of fibrous capsule around them.

4. Compare from the safety of materials:

The safety of silicone rhinoplasty has been fully recognized and has become one of the mainstream rhinoplasty prostheses on the market. With the development of technology, the silicone used now has made a great leap forward compared to the past. It has been greatly improved in terms of quality, lifespan and integration with human tissue. It can be regarded as a safe and reliable rhinoplasty material.