Frequently Asked Questions

Knee Surgery Specifics

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What is a partial knee replacement?

How long will my knee incision be?

How much bone is removed for a knee replacement?

What type of knee replacement do you use?

Is the kneecap removed in a knee replacement?

If my knee is bowed or knock-kneed, can you correct this?

Will my knee motion improve after TKR?

What type of partial knee replacement do you use?

Who can have a partial knee replacement versus a total knee replacement?

How durable are knee replacements?

What type of bearing surface does a knee replacement use?

What is a mobile bearing knee?