Chin prosthesis
A sterile device implanted in the soft tissue of the chin to correct chin deformities or improve facial appearance. It is usually made of a polymer material.
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Polyethylene craniofacial tissue reconstructive material
A sterile implantable device intended to support, contour, and provide structure for the craniofacial anatomy (i.e., head and face including the chin, cheeks, nose, eye sockets and ears) during reconstructive and plastic surgery procedures. It is typically ...
Silicone-block tissue reconstructive material
A non-sterile, solid chunk of silicone elastomer typically modified to suit the patient anatomy and implanted, after sterilization, for tissue reconstruction during a surgical procedure. The device is typically available as a cube with a rectangular cross-s...
PTFE/carbon-fibre craniofacial tissue reconstructive material
A sterile device that is made up of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), commonly known as Teflon, reinforced with carbon fibres to make a porous implant material. Such a device may be used in cosmetic surgery to restore the shape of the chin, jaw, nose, or bone...