Plastic Surgery

Breast augmentation is the most popular surgical cosmetic procedure of a $1.4bn industry in Australia, and there are thousands of women who undergo the procedure each year to restore or enhance their breasts. The conversation surrounding body enhancement has become far more comfortable and common in recent years, with more celebrities opening up about their cosmetic procedures, and more practitioners offering a wide range of services to help men and women look and feel their best. Despite this,... Read More

Can you breastfeed with implants? When should I have a breast augmentation? Can I have kids after breast augmentation? Breast augmentation is a procedure that is considered by women from many different walks of life, but can you breastfeed with implants? Dr. Richardson from Brisbane Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery has seen a vast array of patients. They range from 18 to 80, and all have their own unique journey to reaching their aesthetic goals. The decision to undergo... Read More

Find your breast augmentation checklist right here - everything you need to know about preparing for breast augmentation. For any woman undergoing a breast augmentation, the procedure is an important event in their life, and one that they spend significant time and effort considering and planning for. It can sometimes be overwhelming for patients in the pre-operative period, as there are many things to consider, from choosing implants to deciding how much time to take off work. This... Read More

Learn about capsular contracture and its symptoms with Brisbane plastic surgeon, Dr. Phil Richardson. Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the world. At the time of writing this blog post, thousands of women are undergoing the procedure each week globally. While breast augmentation is generally considered less complicated than more involved surgeries such as breast lift, reduction, and revision, there are still risks associated with all types of surgery. Patients should consider post-operative... Read More

What is Breast Reduction Surgery? Breast reduction is a surgical procedure involving the removal of excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to help alleviate the physical and mental strain of oversized breasts. For many women, having excessive breast tissue can be debilitating. Not only can it be difficult to find bras and clothing that fit, but women can also experience significant back, neck, and shoulder pain due to the size of their breasts. This has continual effects on... Read More

TGA announcement On the 11th of July 2019, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) proposed the suspension and cancellation of a number of textured implant varieties due to the cited link between these implants and the risk of anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL). The media coverage surrounding this proposal has been significant, and inconsistencies in reporting has caused confusion among patients with implants and the general public. There are a number of important areas of consideration when reviewing the... Read More

For women considering breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, or even breast revision surgery, the process of choosing a breast surgeon in Brisbane can be difficult and sometimes overwhelming. In Australia, the number of specialist plastic surgeons has risen to over 400, and this is before taking into account cosmetic surgeons who are also approved practitioners of breast surgery. With so much to consider, and so many practitioners available, how can you be sure you’re making the right... Read More

Brisbane Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery—in collaboration with Nova Entertainment—is proud to present the Dr Richardson podcast “Baring All”. The Dr Richardson podcast includes real patient stories, advice from Dr. Richardson, and insight into the world of breast surgery. Every episode of this sometimes emotional, often funny, and always informative series, focuses on a different type of breast surgery. Whether it be breast augmentation mammoplasty, breast reduction mammaplasty, breast revision, breast implant removal, no stone is left unturned. There... Read More

In the past year, there has been growing media attention—particularly online—surrounding the concept of “breast implant-related symptoms” after breast augmentation, which many online forums are referring to as “breast implant illness” or "breast implant syndrome". A quick snapshot of Google trends for the term shows it has garnered significant attention in the past 6 months. Interestingly, most of these searches have been made in Australia. So what is “breast implant illness” and is it a myth? Is it... Read More