Important Facts about Breast Augmentation and Enlargement

Breast Augmentation and Enlargement is a sought after cosmetic surgery procedure, with women all over the world choosing this surgery for a variety of reasons. No matter what your reason, the most important step is finding an experienced Cosmetic Surgeon to perform the breast augmentation.

Like any surgery, breast Implant surgery has risks and complications. Potential issues may include hardening of the breasts, uneven breasts, infection and rippling. These risks are minimised when surgery is performed by an experienced and fully qualified Cosmetic Surgeon. Read More »

Common Cosmetic Surgery Performed in Sydney

Cosmetic surgery is common and available to many patients especially in progressive countries such as Australia. The desire for people to look and feel good has been steadily increasing. Cosmetic surgery not only enhances one’s self-esteem but also has its health benefits. In Sydney, the most common procedures are breast augmentation, liposuction, and Rhinoplasty. Other common cosmetic surgery procedures for both males and females include face lift, neck lift, and tummy tuck (Abdominoplasty).

Breast augmentation using breast implants, typically silicone implants, is currently the most popular and common cosmetic surgery performed in Sydney. This procedure involves the insertion of implants to enlarge and enhance a woman’s breasts. This requires only a few days of recovery and has very good rates of success and high satisfaction. Read More »

Things that Every Woman Should Know About Breast Lift Surgery

Breast lift, also known as ‘mastopexy’, refers to the procedure which raises and firms the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue. The ultimate aim of this type of Cosmetic Surgery is to return the breasts to a more natural shape and volume. The procedure is typically performed to correct droopy or sagging breasts which can occur as a result of childbirth and breast feeding or due to the effects of gravity and the aging process.

Women who are considering Breast lift surgery must bear in mind that its overall success and safety depends on complete candidness during the initial consultation. The Cosmetic Surgeon will ask you a number of questions regarding your health and lifestyle. Other pertinent questions that you may need to answer include why you want the surgery, your expectations and desired outcome. Prior to the surgery, you may be required to undergo a medical examination or get pathology testing, quit smoking, refrain from taking aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs as these increase the risk of bleeding. Read More »

What to expect from a Tummy Tuck

People describe different reasons for pursuing tummy tuck surgery (technically known as Abdominoplasty) according to their size and shape. Tummy tuck surgery techniques also vary depending on how extensive the skin and tissue is to be removed and whether this needs to be combined with tightening of the underlying muscles. As with any Cosmetic surgery, tummy tucks vary from person to person and are tailored to an individual’s needs and anatomy. Whatever your reason for investigating tummy tuck surgery, here is some information on what you can expect.

Before surgery

As with any surgical procedure, the certified Cosmetic Surgeon will see you for a consultation to evaluate your needs and goals. This includes a physical examination and a thorough review of your medical history and status. In your consultation, your Cosmetic Surgeon will discuss and describe the appropriate technique and plan for you. The amount of skin and fatty tissue requiring removal and underlying muscle weakness can be determined through a physical examination. Read More »

Cosmetic Surgery for a Newer and Rejuvenated You!

Many people are seeking to enhance and rejuvenate their appearance and Cosmetic Surgery is now more widely available, accessible and affordable. Certified Cosmetic Surgeons maintain up to date knowledge and techniques, and with continued research and experience, techniques continue to be refined and improved to create natural and aesthetically pleasing results with less invasive procedures.

Men and women have different reasons for pursuing Cosmetic Surgery, whether it is to achieve a more youthful appearance to reflect one’s outlook and personality, to achieve a certain body proportion or shape, or to restore or rejuvenate one’s appearance. Often patients are everyday people seeking to restore their body shape, sometimes after significant weight loss or often mums who want their bodies to return to their pre-pregnancy shape and size. What is important for a person considering Cosmetic Surgery is that the individual is doing it for himself or herself and not for other people. It is also vital to have realistic goals and expectations of what Cosmetic Surgery can achieve, and a certified Cosmetic Surgeon will discuss your goals and potential outcomes of Cosmetic Surgery with you in detail.

People who have had successful Cosmetic Surgery describe an increase in their self-esteem and self confidence, which has a positive impact on their everyday interactions in work and social situations.
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The Signs of Aging

From the age of about 25 years, the visible signs of aging start to appear. As the skins natural ability to repair and regenerate itself begins to slow down, there is a slower turnover of old cells being replaced by new cells. Damage such as that related to sun exposure and smoking starts to accumulate.

Skin changes with age in the following ways:

• the skin becomes thinner, making it more fragile and vulnerable to damage and irritation from environmental factors
• the skin loses strength and elasticity due to the breakdown of collagen and elastin
• the skin’s ability to hold moisture reduces resulting in skin becoming drier and looser
• the skin loses underlying fat, reducing skin tone and smoothness
• blood vessels decrease, causing a loss in colour and glow
• sebaceous glands are less active, reducing the skin’s natural protective oily layer and making it more dry Read More »

Selecting a Cosmetic Surgeon for You

There are some important factors to consider when choosing a Cosmetic Surgeon. These can be divided into the details of the Cosmetic Surgeon and the way in which your needs are addressed.

The Cosmetic Surgeon

• Is the Cosmetic Surgeon a fellow of and certified by the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery?
• What is the Cosmetic Surgeon’s background and experience in Cosmetic Surgery?
• Where did the Cosmetic Surgeon undergo his Cosmetic Surgery training?
• What are typical results the Cosmetic Surgeon has achieved?
• Where does the Cosmetic Surgeon operate and conduct procedures, particularly with regard to the quality of the facility and the team taking care of you?
• Does he have a nice practice staff? Read More »

The Bare Aesthetics of Face Lift Surgery: Rejuvenated, Refreshed and Natural

The process of aging is literally written on our faces. We can’t stop the process of aging, but there are increased options to rejuvenate and refresh our appearance. Our face is the first part of our body people notice and can leave a lasting impression. Many people, men and women, seek to pursue Face lift surgery as a means to achieve a refreshed and more youthful appearance, often wanting their appearance to reflect the way they feel. How often does someone say you look tired, and then you feel tired? Contrast this with being told you look well!

Prior to pursuing Face Lift surgery, there are various things to consider.

It is important to seek a consultation with a certified practicing Cosmetic Surgeon who is experienced in performing Face Lift surgery and can provide information about the various techniques available. Face lift surgery should not be a ‘one size fits all’ approach. Each individual’s characteristics and concerns should be evaluated by the Cosmetic Surgeon. Read More »

Face Lift and Neck Lift

The Fogli & Baker Face Lift & Neck Lift Procedure

Our faces age for many reasons. Heredity plays a role, as does gravity, which tends to pull soft facial tissues downward. In time our cheeks begin to sag, the crease running from the nostrils to the sides of the mouth is accentuated, and our jaw line and chin lose their smooth, refined appearance. As we age we also tend to lose some of out facial fat and our skin loses some of its elasticity, leading to more sagging of our features.

Exposure to ultraviolet light plays a role as well. Indeed, people who live in tropical climates, where the sun is strongest, often have prematurely aged skin, irrespective of their ethnic characteristics. In these areas, people may seek face lifts in their forties or even younger.

First described over 60 years ago, face lifts smooth and redefine the contour of the neck and jaw line to create a younger, more vital appearance.Years of research and experience have led to an increasingly sophisticated understanding of the ageing process, the more subtle elements in facial anatomy and the technical ways to restore a balanced and more youthful appearance. Read More »

Tummy Tuck(Abdominoplasty),Liposuction,Male Breast Reduction(Gynaecomastia)

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

Following childbirth and significant weight loss there are areas of fat deposition which are difficult to reduce despite regular exercise and dieting. The abdominal muscles are still lax and will bulge despite doing exercises to strengthen the “stomach muscles”.Abdominoplasty(Tummy Tuck) is the surgical procedure which removes the excess fat and skin apron that is otherwise difficult to reduce via conventional exercises. It is not a procedure or an alternative for weight reduction or as management for obesity.

Abdominoplasty is often combined with liposuction/liposculpture to contour the thorax and abdomen to give patients a defined and aesthetically pleasing figure.A Tummy Tuck requires a lower abdominal incision and can incorporate old caesarean scars with the added benefit of removal of some of the stretch marks. Patients should be aware that scar formation will occur; every effort is made to keep the scar within the underwear or clothing line.

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