Category: Plastic Surgery
What is a breast lift mastopexy? Understanding Breast Mastopexy & Implants
Breast lift and implants (breast mastopexy with augmentation mammoplasty) is a common procedure for women with breast ptosis to lift and enhance the breasts. Plastic surgeon in Brisbane, Dr. Phil Richardson performs hundreds of these combined procedures every year, and the number of patients seeking this surgery is growing. The growth in this particular surgery can be attributed to the rising average age of breast patients combined with growing acceptance of breast implants and cosmetic surgery. Older...Read More
Postpartum Surgery Brisbane: The Must-Knows
Everything you need to know about postpartum surgery in Brisbane, Australia.
There’s no denying it – pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and raising children take a huge toll on the physical and emotional relationship we have with our bodies. The changes that occur during this time can be significant. Hormonal changes can affect breast size and shape, and of course the changes to our stomach and abdominal muscles are an inevitable part of the journey. Often when a woman is finished breast...Read More
Tuberous Breast Correction Surgery
Tuberous breast correction surgery in Brisbane is a popular procedure here at Brisbane Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery. In recent years, the surgery has become more prominent as patients become more educated and aware of the condition and how it is treated. In the past year alone, Dr. Richardson has performed a greater number of surgeries to correct tuberous breasts than any years previous.
This blog post aims to answer the following questions:
What is tuberous breast...Read More
Twilight Sedation vs. General Anaesthesia
For patients undergoing breast augmentation mammoplasty in Brisbane, there are a huge number of decisions to be made when it comes to all aspects of surgery. One important topic patients should understand before choosing a plastic surgeon is the huge distinction between general anaesthetic and twilight sedation. The difference between these two methods of sedation will have significant safety implications. It is also indicative of the quality of service and care provided by certain practitioners. In this...Read More
Breast implant shape, shell, and fill: your go-to guide
Any patient undergoing breast augmentation mammoplasty in Brisbane will know that there are many decisions including breast implant shape, shell and fill. The most important consideration during this time—for both patients and surgeons—should always be safety. Safety in breast augmentation is achieved through strategic planning and decision-making from both patient and surgeon, and complications management will play a huge role in your short and long-term results and health.
If you are someone...Read More
Do I need a breast lift mastopexy? The case of the Borderline Breast Mastopexy
Here at Brisbane Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery we see hundreds of patients every month, from all walks of life including borderline breast mastopexy patients. In recent years we’ve seen more patients coming through our clinic that are older, or that have had children. This changing demographic has also impacted the number of combined procedures we perform each year. When we talk about “combined procedures” we’re referring to surgery such as breast lift mastopexy and augmentation mammoplasty. These...Read More
Everything you need to know about Breast Reduction in Brisbane
Breast reduction is one of the most rewarding procedures we offer here at Brisbane Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery. It is a medical procedure involving the removal of excess breast tissue and skin. There are many reasons women might want this surgery. The main motivation for patients undergoing breast reduction is to alleviate the undesirable symptoms associated with oversized breasts. Such symptoms encompass physical, mental, and social aspects. Excessive breast tissue can be the...Read More
What is implant bottoming out and how can it be fixed?
Breast augmentation mammoplasty, breast lift mastopexy, breast revision, and any breast procedure involves risk. There are numerous post-operative complications that may occur after breast surgery, and while rare, it is important to understand them fully. Among the few potential complications that can arise after breast implant surgery, implant displacement, or “bottoming-out,” is one of the more common issues. This is particularly because it can happen in both the short and long term. While it is still...Read More
Breast Augmentation Mammoplasty Recovery
Breast augmentation mammoplasty is an invasive procedure that requires patients to follow post-operative instructions, which can help avoid post-operative complications after breast surgery. Breast augmentation mammoplasty recovery can sometimes be overwhelming for some patients. It is important for patients to remember and understand all aspects of the instructions provided by their surgeon. Often, patients can get lost in a sea of paperwork when trying to keep on top of their meds, sleep in the right...Read More
Understanding Breast Implant Sizes (CCs)
Breast implant sizes is arguably the most important decision for patients that are navigating their breast augmentation surgery journey. Implant size has an undeniable impact on overall breast aesthetics, and women are often caught between the desire for a “natural breast augmentation” look, that leaves people guessing, and the desire for great cleavage and upper-pole fullness. There is often an internal battle for patients as they hear other women’s tales of “boob greed” and recommendations to...Read More
