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[ARTICLES] Even Decades-Old Contouring Pins Can Be Safely Removed

Pins inserted during facial contouring surgery to fix the bones in place do not always need to be removed. However, many patients consider removal due to discomfort, concerns about inflammation, or personal reasons. In particular, those who had surgery more than 10–20 years ago often worry, “Has it been too long to remove them safely?” Specialists advise that the more important factor is not how much time has passed, but whether the procedure is performed by an experienced surgeon. Even if the pins have fused with the bone, safe removal is possible when supported by precise analysis through 3D CT scans and a surgeon with extensive experience. The original surgeon is not required—any skilled professional can perform the procedure without issue. The pins used in contouring surgery serve to stabilize the repositioned facial bones so that they heal securely. They can typically be removed after six months, and removal within two years is often recommended. Still, this does not mean remo...
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[ARTICLE] Is Pin Removal Necessary After Orthognathic or Facial Contouring Surgery?


Many people choose procedures like orthognathic surgery or facial contouring surgery to reduce the size of their face and achieve a slimmer facial line. If the surgery only involves bone reshaping without repositioning, fixation pins are not used. However, if the surgery involves osteotomy (bone cutting) and repositioning to change the overall facial shape, fixation pins are employed.


Fixation pins are used to stabilize the repositioned bone, preventing it from moving and facilitating proper healing. The time required for the bone to fully fuse in its new position can vary from person to person, but it generally takes around 6 months. The pins can be removed once the bone has stabilized.


The fixation pins used in surgery are made of titanium and do not usually interfere with daily life. However, if there is concern about the pins being visible in hospital X-rays, problems at airport security checks, a desire to keep the surgery private, or rare cases of foreign body reactions, removal of the pins might be considered.


Pin removal surgery can be performed at least 6 months after contouring surgery. Since bone or muscle may adhere to the pins, it is advisable to perform the removal within 2 years. It is important to use 3D CT imaging to accurately locate the pins and perform the surgery through minimal incisions only where the pins are located. This approach ensures a shorter recovery time and less swelling, so careful planning with experienced medical professionals is essential.


Dr. Kwon Soon Beom, the representative medical director of ARC Plastic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam, stated in a written interview with our publication, “Pin removal surgery is not a mandatory procedure, but it is recommended if you want to keep the surgery discreet, avoid the pins showing up in MRI or X-rays, worry about impacts on the surgical area, or experience discomfort or pain from the pins.”


He further advised, “Before the surgery, check the exact location of the pins and the condition of the bones using 3D CT, ensure that only minimal incisions are made at the pin locations, verify the experience of the medical team, and confirm that safety systems are well-established to enhance overall safety.”

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