Will The Hardware Used In A Sliding Genioplasty Set Off Airport Scanners?

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have a complex regarding my chin area, as I think it lacks projection and makes my already thick lips look more protruding. I think a sliding genioplasty would help with my facial profile, but I would like to have your expert opinion on whether this surgery would help. I am also concerned about the presence of titanium screws, as I have read this can offset certain sensitive airport security machines. Would there be a non-titanium fixation option as well, and if so, are there downsides to this as opposed to the traditional titanium fixation? I have attached photos.

Thank you!

A:I do think that chin augmentation would be beneficial for your profile. But in females one must be careful to not try and make the augmentation too excessive which can also make the nasolabial fold much deeper. (se attached imaging) Any form of titanium plate/screw fixation has NO adverse effects on airport scanners or in getting medical MRIs. This appears to be a persistent misconception which is a regular question from many patients.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon