Breast Correction

The issue of congenital breast deformity such as tuberous breasts affects a small number of women, however it can be a debilitating reality that affects self-esteem and body image. For these patients, Dr. Philip Richardson provides both counselling and surgical options for women in Brisbane who struggle with the issue. What are congenital breast deformities? In some rare cases, during puberty a woman’s breasts may fail to develop normally. The breast tissue or the mammary glands may not... Read More

Having one breast slightly different in shape, size or position is actually a fairly common occurrence in females. It’s known as having "asymmetrical breasts", and if that describes you, then you are in company with the likes of famous Hollywood stars Jennifer Lawrence and Keira Knightley, who have publicly discussed having this condition that can affect a high percentage of all women. If you decide to do something about your "mismatch", you need to schedule an appointment with... Read More

Revisional breast surgery in Brisbane is performed to correct or revise a prior reconstructive or cosmetic breast surgery. A patient who elects to have breast implant revision surgery is typically looking to correct some sort of complication, or change the type or size of their implants. For a variety of possible reasons, the patient is unhappy with the results of a previous breast augmentation. The overall goal of a revision is to repair and restore the natural breast... Read More

Both males and females can be born with inverted nipples, but the condition is most prevalent in women. One or both nipples can be affected. Inverted nipples can result from an abnormal structure of the nipple, surrounding skin, or the underlying tissue. Sometimes the condition is resolved during pregnancy or puberty. For other women, pregnancy or puberty is when inverted nipples appear. How do inverted nipples develop? Young women with short breast ducts are more prone to inverted... Read More

Breast implant malposition simply means the implant has shifted to the wrong place. This problem is acquired gradually over time. The implant can end up positioned too high, too low, too close together or too far apart, inevitably distorting the shape of the breast. Breasts that were once symmetrical and aesthetically pleasing begin to appear misshapen and out of proportion with one another, requiring revision surgery. Dr. Phil Richardson of Brisbane Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery corrects malposition at... Read More