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As with any medical procedure, there are risks, including infection around the implant or reactions to anesthesia. If infection does occur, and if it cannot be resolved with antibiotics, the implant may have to be removed and replaced at a later time. Sometimes a chin implant is not properly aligned.s with any medical procedure, there are risks, including infection around the implant or reactions to anesthesia. If infection does occur, and if it cannot be resolved with antibiotics, the implant may have to be removed and replaced at a later time. Sometimes a chin implant is not properly aligned.
One year after my resurfacing surgery, I had revision surgery to implant a large head total hip replacement stem to replace the resurfaced femoral component that could no longer be supported by the femur head and neck due to avascular necrosis (AVN). The acetabular component was solid, so it was not replaced.