Can My Custom Midface Implants be Reduced In Size?

Q: Dr. Eppley, I had custom CT-designed midface implants placed originally 4 years, and then a new set of midface implants was designed and placed in 2 years ago. which were larger than the original implants (the current implants both provide ~7 mm in projection, while the original implants each provided ~5 mm and ~3.5 mm of projection). I like the general design of the current implants but feel they may be a bit too large. I noticed that Dr. Eppley has an article discussing the process of shaving down custom midface implants to reduce projection.  Thanks

A:You have left out two important pieces of information. First what is the design of these midface implants as I would need to see their design file. Secondly what is the implant material?

Dr. Barry Eppley

World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon