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Are cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery different practices?
July 22, 2020
By Dr Michael Miroshnik (FRACS, Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “I believe really sincerely that you need to first master reconstructive surgery before you can become a ...
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Zoom Liposuction Boom
July 21, 2020
By Dr Laith Barnouti COVID-19 has certainly a big impact on plastic surgery. However, we are now entering an era of post-COVID “Zoom Body Image ...
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Breast Lift After Pregnancy or Weight Loss
July 21, 2020
By Dr Johnny Kwei After breast feeding or losing significant weight, a woman can lose the volume to her breasts which would result in the ...
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Why choose a specialist plastic surgeon?
July 21, 2020
By Dr Sam Cunneen (FRACS, Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “Specialist plastic surgeons have had training through the College of Surgeons for many years. They generally have associations ...
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How long does a brow lift last?
July 21, 2020
By Dr Warwick Nettle (FRACS, Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “Brow lifting surgery essentially is permanent. The techniques that we’re talking about – the in-office brow lift ...
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What is the 14-point plan?
July 21, 2020
By Dr Richard Zinn (FRACS, Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “The 14-point plan is a couple of techniques that have been combined to reduce the risk of implant ...
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What should a patient do if something is not right with their breast implants?
July 21, 2020
By Dr Raymond Goh (FRACS, Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “If a patient feels like things aren’t right with their breast implants after an operation, and this can ...
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Are cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery different practices?
July 21, 2020
By Dr Michael Miroshnik (FRACS, Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “I believe really sincerely that you need to first master reconstructive surgery before you can become a ...
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What advice would you give to a patient when deciding between surgeons?
July 21, 2020
By Dr John Newton, OAM (FRACS, Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “Firstly, if a patient looks at any promotional material that a plastic surgeon has, they should ...
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Plastic Surgeons Notice a Surge in Cosmetic Surgery Complications
July 19, 2020
Cosmetic Surgery is more popular than ever, but with the rise in popularity has also been a rise in complications. Dr Naveen Somia, Specialist Plastic ...
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Are terms like ‘Mummy Makeover’ helpful?
July 15, 2020
By Dr Natalie Ngan (FRACS Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “I personally do not favour the use of the term ‘Mummy Makeover’. It can have connotations ...
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Why is ongoing education important for a surgeon?
July 15, 2020
By Dr Warwick Nettle (FRACS, Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “Ongoing education obviously is extremely important in surgery, as it is in all fields of life. ...
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How important is it for patients to have realistic expectations?
July 15, 2020
By Dr Eddie Cheng (FRACS, Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “I certainly think it’s very important (for clients) to have realistic expectations. It does take a bit of ...
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How do you decide where to place the breast implant?
July 15, 2020
By Dr Craig Layt (FRACS, Specialist Plastic Surgeon) “We have multiple different options open to us. We’re blessed by the fact that we have all ...
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Hooded Upper Eyelids – Causes, Treatment and Benefits
July 9, 2020
By Dr Naveen Somia Hooded eyelid is a term that is used to describe the appearance seen when a large amount of skin forms a ...
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Can I combine cosmetic surgery procedures?
December 17, 2019
It may seem daunting to combine multiple plastic surgery procedures into one operation. Yet, under the supervision of an experienced Specialist Plastic Surgeon, it can ...
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ASAPS receives confirmation about restriction of surgeon title
December 5, 2019
Rogue and unregistered doctors are set to face tougher regulatory oversight with Australia’s Health Ministers agreeing to pass new legislative amendments to the Health Practitioner ...
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How to protect yourself from skin cancer and premature ageing
November 13, 2019
Skin cancer and premature ageing are very real risks from too much sun exposure. With Summer just around the corner, now is an excellent time ...
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Fake Surgeons Are Hard to Spot
October 29, 2019
Dr Naveen Somia, Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS) President writes the evidence is mounting for urgent action to ban fabricated titles, such as ...
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Top Reasons Patients Choose to have their Breast Implants Removed
October 2, 2019
Breast augmentation, or having breast implants inserted, is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries performed each year in Australia, explains Dr Steven Merten. Dr ...
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