Breast Implant Rupture Explained
Plastic Surgeon in Brisbane, Dr. Phil Richardson explains the ins and outs of breast implant rupture in this tell-all blog. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about this important topic! Silicone breast implants have been in use for nearly 60 years. The first breast augmentation mammoplasty was performed in 1962 using a silicone breast implant, paving the way for countless operations to come. Over the decades, significant improvements have been made to implant technology. There... Read More
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 bre ast ptosis to l ift 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.... 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... Read More
Cosmetic Surgery Tips from a Brisbane Plastic Surgeon
Learn important cosmetic surgery tips with Dr. Phil Richardson in this blog post. A woman’s decision to undergo cosmetic surgery is deeply personal and can be a difficult journey to navigate. With so much information available to patients online, it can be easy to come across misinformation and contradicting advice. This is especially true when so many forums are not moderated by healthcare professionals. While researching is extremely important, it’s also important to be able to distinguish between... 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 disorder? How... Read More
Recovery after Breast Reduction Mammoplasty
Breast reduction mammoplasty has become one of the most popular procedures Dr. Richardson performs here at Brisbane Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery. Breast reduction mammoplasty in Brisbane is a medical procedure that involves the removal of excess breast tissue and skin to reduce and simultaneously lift the breasts, raising the nipple position. Th e most common reason for undergoing the procedure is to alleviate the chronic pain of oversized breasts that can have far-reaching implications for physical and mental... 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 blog... Read More
Dual Plane Placement & Breast Implant Placement
Breast implant placement including submuscular, subglandular, and dual plane placement is an important part of the aesthetic outcome of your breast augmentation mammoplasty surgery, as well as the longevity of your results post-operatively. The decision of whether to opt for under the muscle, over, or somewhere in between will depend on many factors. These include your anatomy, aesthetic goals, and lifestyle. In this blog post, Dr. Phil Richardson—Brisbane Plastic Surgeon—provides a summary of the different options patients have... 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 who has done research into breast... 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 procedures... Read More
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