Facial contouring
Fixation pin removal
Removal of the pins or plates used to fix bone after previous contouring surgery, for patients who feel discomfort at the fixation site. About 30 minutes to an hour under general anaesthesia, with daily life resuming after roughly a week.
Who it suits
- Pain or a palpable pin at the fixation site
- Bone has fully healed and the material can be removed
Technique highlights
- Bone union is assessed before every removal
- Performed under the same safety system as contouring surgery
Surgical steps
- Review imaging and pin position
- Remove the pin through the previous intraoral incision
- Close and follow up
Recovery & aftercare
- One or two follow-ups and two suture-removal visits
- Daily life after roughly one week
Risks & things to consider
- Results depend on individual anatomy and after-care.
- Every operation carries risks and possible complications; consult a specialist first.
- Surgery time and recovery figures come from MOOi's official pages and may change after the doctor's assessment.
Frequently asked questions
How is fixation pin removal performed at MOOi?
Removal of the pins or plates used to fix bone after previous contouring surgery, for patients who feel discomfort at the fixation site. About 30 minutes to an hour under general anaesthesia, with daily life resuming after roughly a week.
Who is fixation pin removal suitable for?
Pain or a palpable pin at the fixation site · Bone has fully healed and the material can be removed
What stands out about MOOi's approach?
Bone union is assessed before every removal · Performed under the same safety system as contouring surgery
How long does the surgery and recovery take?
One or two follow-ups and two suture-removal visits · Daily life after roughly one week
Playlist: Facial contouring
8 clips in this playlist from the hospital's official channel.
- Does square jaw surgery slim the front view too? Real before & after
- Why did cheekbone revision not work? The key to improving the 45-degree view
- How to judge contouring results: look at this angle, not the front view
- A long chin: how much does square jaw plus chin surgery change it?
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Source: mooips.com