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Nasal dorsum augmentation with Gore-Tex (ePTFE) implant

from 474 reviews92 clinics
Raises the nasal bridge with a carved implant of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE, Gore-Tex) placed over the nasal dorsum through a closed or open approach. The implant is porous, so surrounding tissue grows into it over time.
SurgicalSedation139 before/after photos
Rating
9.82/ 10
from 474 reviews
Satisfaction
98.7%
from 474 reviews
Downtime
7–14days
Full recovery 8–24 wks
Flight safe
10days after

FX as of 2026-08-06 · VAT refund for foreign patients ended in January 2026

How long is the downtime for Nasal dorsum augmentation with Gore-Tex (ePTFE) implant?

7–14 days. Full recovery 8–24 wks · Flight safe 10 days

Reported infection rates for ePTFE nasal implants run about 1-2% in primary cases and above 5% in revision cases, and tissue ingrowth makes later removal more destructive than with silicone.
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Last updated 2026-08-06