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 »

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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What women need to know about Breast Lift

Breast lift, technically known as mastopexy, refers to a surgical procedure specifically designed to lift the breasts back to their natural position on the chest. Breast lift surgery may include the repositioning of the nipple-areola complex. It may also involve the removal of skin or lifting of the breast tissue. Breast lift may be done as a single procedure, or in combination with other Cosmetic Surgery such as breast augmentation or breast implants.

Ptosis, the technical term for drooping or sagging of the breasts, is part of the aging process of the female body. It may also be the result of pregnancy and breast feeding or significant weight loss. Breast ptosis can significantly affect a woman’s body image, self esteem and self confidence. Breast lift is becoming increasingly popular among women who wish to improve their body contour and shape. In some cases, breast augmentation or the use of breast implants is used in conjunction with a breast lift to restore or increase breast volume and shape. Read More »

Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)

Men and women are becoming increasingly aware of their body shape and seeking other options to obtain attractive contours and proportions. For some people, Cosmetic Surgery, specifically Abdominoplasty (commonly referred to as tummy tuck) provides an appropriate solution. Abdominoplasty is primarily intended to remove excess skin and tissue and tighten the underlying muscle to achieve a flat and toned abdomen.

The most appropriate candidates for Abdominoplasty are men or women who are close to an optimal and stable weight with residual and excess skin and/or tissue that does not respond to diet and exercise. Typically these patients have already lost a significant amount of weight or for women, have had several pregnancies and desire for their tummy area to return to the pre-pregnancy shape. Read More »

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 »

Breast Reduction and Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

Whilst we so often hear about women seeking Cosmetic Surgery to obtain breast implants and increase the size of their breasts, many women are choosing Cosmetic Surgery to obtain a breast reduction and or a breast lift.

For these women, their large breasts can be uncomfortable, cumbersome and painful. Other women describe how their large breasts limit their ability to exercise comfortably and without embarrassment, or how they struggle to find clothes to fit them that they like or find attractive.

Some women have always had large breasts and some women find their breasts become disproportionately large following pregnancy and breast feeding. These women require a breast reduction and lift.

Other women find that they previously had large breasts, however, following breast feeding the breasts have “deflated” and lost volume and ultimately sag due to the redundant skin. A breast lift and occasionally breast augmentation as well will help women achieve a natural and shapely breast.
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Breast Augmentation (Breast Implants)

Women who choose to have breast implants for breast enlargement surgery do so for a number of reasons. They may be unhappy with the size of their breasts and with having a ‘flat’ chest. Or they are women who have had a baby and breastfed, and have found their breasts have lost shape and volume. The majority of women are either seeking to enhance or restore their breast volume and shape.

Breast augmentation surgery should be performed by a certified Cosmetic Surgeon. Initial consultations are critical for discussion with your Cosmetic Surgeon as to your expectations and what surgery can achieve. Consultations should include discussion of your medical history, what you are seeking to achieve, and the Cosmetic Surgeon’s recommendations for your options.

Usually you are able to ‘try’ some breast implants to get an idea of the size and shape achievable if you decide to proceed with a Breast Augmentation. To help this process it is helpful to wear a well fitting bra (the breast implants are placed inside your bra) and a fitted t-shirt. 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 »

The Bare Aesthetics of Breast Augmentation

Also known as breast augmentation mammoplasty, breast enhancement or breast implants, breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that involves the insertion of breast implants to increase breast volume and size and enhance breast shape. Many women desire bigger, fuller breasts to enhance their silhouette and proportions. Often women seek breast implants to restore volume and shape to their breasts following pregnancy and breast feeding that has left the breasts lacking in volume and sagging. In these cases, it is also sometimes recommended to perform a breast lift. Obviously putting an implant in an already sagging or droopy breast will only add weight and result in the breast sagging further. In this instance, a breast lift will address the sag or droop and the use of a breast implant will restore volume and shape.

Deciding to have breast augmentation surgery is a major decision. It is extremely important for a woman considering breast implants to be fully aware and informed about the procedure. This includes the safety of the procedure, understanding the choice of available breast implants, the placement of the breast implants and the surgical procedure and technique best suited to you. Read More »