Posted on August 21, 2023 in Rhinoplasty
A rhinoplasty, also called a nose job, is plastic surgery to change the shape of or repair your nose. The purpose is to either improve your breathing or for cosmetic reasons to improve your self-confidence. Most nose jobs are performed through nostrils so there are no visible scars left behind. But that depends on the type of procedure and it may require cutting the tissue between your nostrils to do the rhinoplasty. Why get a rhinoplasty? There are many reasons why you may want a rhinoplasty, including to: Change the ...
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Posted on August 17, 2023 in Gender Affirming Surgery
Transgender male teens may want to physically change their appearance more in line with how they feel. Being born female but identifying as male can be incredibly difficult. It is a time where they need their parent’s support and the support of their medical practitioner to make good decisions. So how do you help your teenager determine if gender affirming surgery is right for them if they are under 18? Deciding whether to undergo ‘top’ surgery Making the decision to support your teenager having top surgery to affirm their gender is ...
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Posted on August 5, 2023 in Gynaecomastia
Gynecomastia surgery is a type of surgery to reduce the size of a man’s breasts. Men can have enlarged breast tissue (gynecomastia) which may occur hormonal effects during puberty, excess weight or side effects of some drugs, both pharmaceutical and recreational. It can also affect you as you get older when your hormone levels change which can leave you with sagging breasts and a stretched areola. You may choose the procedure to enhance your appearance or to reduce any discomfort, pain or embarrassment that excessive breast tissue can cause. To ...
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Posted on July 28, 2023 in Reconstructive surgery
A specialist plastic surgeon can perform reconstructive surgery to restore form or function to abnormal parts of your body. Reconstructive surgery definition—Surgery to reconstruct or rebuild a part of your body, to repair a birth defect or tissue damage caused by a birth defect, disease, injury, tumours or severe burns. You may be living with an injury or abnormality that affects your everyday life in some way and want surgery to reconstruct the area. There are many types of reconstructive surgery. Reconstructive surgery types There are procedures available to reconstruct ...
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Posted on July 21, 2023 in Post Weight Loss
It takes a great deal of discipline and hard work to lose a lot of weight so congratulate yourself on the achievement. But this may not be where your journey ends. Major weight loss can leave you with skin that has lost its elasticity or a lot of loose skin. After such a great achievement, excess skin can make life difficult. Apart from the health issues, such as skin rashes and infection from moisture collecting between the folds, loose skin can make you uncomfortable and self-conscious. It may rub on ...
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Posted on July 14, 2023 in Tummy Tuck
Tummy tucks (also called an abdominoplasty) are a common surgery performed by specialist plastic surgeons. Men and women alike have the surgery for many reasons including medical and to remove skin after weight loss. What is abdominoplasty “tummy tuck” surgery? Abdominoplasty can repair separated or tighten loose abdominal muscles after having a child or due to aging, and remove excess skin after being stretched through pregnancy or weight loss. Abdominoplasty (“tummy tuck”) may: Improve bladder function Repair abdominal muscles that are separated or weak Decrease skin infections or itchiness excess ...
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Posted on June 26, 2023 in About the Practice, Cosmetic Surgery, In the News
Cosmetic and plastic surgery has been in the news for all the wrong reasons lately. Cosmetic and plastic surgery is a growing industry in Australia. However, with the increase in demand for cosmetic procedures, there has also been a rise in the number of unqualified and inexperienced practitioners performing these procedures, leading to serious concerns about the safety and wellbeing of, and outcomes for, patients. You may have seen TV news stories of cosmetic surgeons acting unprofessionally while performing serious surgeries. Or you may have read of patients with bad ...
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Posted on June 16, 2023 in Labiaplasty
Labias come in all shapes and sizes and there are many reasons why people women have large or enlarged labias, including normal variations, genetic predisposition, ageing, hormonal changes and following childbirth. While there’s usually nothing wrong with large or enlarged labias, for some people they can cause a range of issues, including: pain and discomfort self-consciousness during intimacy or when wearing tight clothing such as yoga pants or swimwear difficulty exercising discomfort during intimacy or sexual intercourse health issues including urinary tract infections and irritation If the size or shape ...
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Posted on June 9, 2023 in Breast Reduction
Breast reduction surgery, also known as “reduction mammaplasty”, is a surgical procedure that involves removing excess breast tissue, skin and fat to reduce the size and weight of the breasts. Large breasts often cause a significant degree of discomfort or pain, particularly in the neck, back and shoulders, as well as psychological and aesthetic concerns. In this blog we’ll explore the different types of breast reduction surgery, the cost of the procedure, the risks and the benefits. We’ll also answer one of the most common questions we get about breast ...
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Posted on May 20, 2023 in Tummy Tuck
Tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty, is a popular procedure for mothers seeking to followimprove the appearance or functionality of their abdomen after having children. When it comes to insurance coverage, the eligibility and extent of Medicare’s involvement can be a topic of uncertainty. In Australia, Medicare provides coverage for procedures deemed medically necessary, and the coverage for tummy tucks is limited to specific circumstances. Below, we delve into the intricacies of Medicare coverage for postpartum tummy tuck surgery, exploring the criteria for medical necessity, the history of coverage ...
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