Plastic Surgery

Many women have the goal of achieving a toned stomach. Different factors such as age, childbirth, or weight changes can cause you to lose this muscle tone and definition. Fortunately, there are solutions to your concerns. Dr. Philip Richardson offers an abdominal lipectomy for women who suffer from excess skin or weak muscles in the Brisbane area. What is an abdominal lipectomy? Normally your abdominal muscles and skin are very tight and firm. Both your muscles and skin... Read More

The teen years are difficult for anyone. Having physical attributes that set your teen apart from their peers is a living nightmare for them. Excessively large breasts can draw unwanted attention from their peers and cause depression and anxiety over their body. Macromastia, a condition in which the breasts are larger than normal, is a condition that affects many teenage women. Fortunately, Dr. Philip Richardson offers treatment options for teen macromastia in Brisbane. What is macromastia? Macromastia occurs... Read More

Excessively large, long, or drooping nipples can be an unsightly source of embarrassment for some women. They protrude and are hard to conceal, resulting in unwelcome glances or comments. Certain clothing styles are not an option, out of fear that the enlarged nipples will show through the fabric. Regardless of whether or not the condition is solitary, or if it is associated with extra-large, tuberous, or sagging breasts, nipple reduction in Brisbane can be a vital part of... Read More

For many adolescent girls, an excessively large cup size may be more of a curse than a blessing. No one wants to stand out at this time in life. Young girls who develop larger than normal breasts at such a tender age may be perceived as much older and more sexually mature, making them the focus of unwanted attention. Classmates may make school life difficult with frequent heckling and bullying. These girls develop a number of issues including... Read More

Wanting to have a definitive masculine body, more men are turning to surgery for gynaecomastia reduction in Brisbane. Gynaecomastia, an enlargement of the male breast tissue, can present itself as a mass beneath the nipple, a puffy appearing nipple, or enlargement of the entire breast. This can have a feminizing effect on the appearance of the chest. Gynaecomastia occurs at many stages throughout the male’s life from birth to puberty and into adulthood, often resolving over time. At... Read More

In Australia, the number of breast augmentation procedures performed each year has steadily increased over the past decade. Similarly, the number of practitioners performing breast augmentation has continued to rise in line with this demand. While breast augmentation can produce exceptional outcomes for patients wanting to increase size and enhance shape, not all outcomes are positive. Whether post-operative complications occur due to poor surgical care, poor post-operative care, or simply due to normal post-operative risk, revision surgery after... Read More

The old adage “the bigger the better” is not always the case. For some women, bigger can actually bring forth a number of concerns that lead them to consider breast reduction mammoplasty in Brisbane. For these women, the benefits of smaller breasts far outweigh the benefits of larger breasts. If you find you could benefit from smaller and more proportionate breasts, Dr. Phillip Richardson may recommend breast reduction mammoplasty for you. Please bear in mind that this procedure... Read More

The decision to pursue breast augmentation is met with a number of options, which can feel overwhelming to patients without the proper guidance. Dr. Phillip Richardson is able to guide his patients through these options to determine what works best for each individual patient. Amongst these decisions, patients will need to discuss the four S’s of breast augmentation. 1. Silicone vs Saline The most widely discussed option in breast implants would be the option of silicone versus saline... Read More

Breast asymmetry is a common characteristic among women, with many experiencing some degree of variance. For those who find the asymmetry prominent, Dr. Phillip Richardson offers consultations to discuss personalized treatment options in Brisbane. Understanding Breast Asymmetry It's a natural occurrence for women to have some asymmetry in their breasts. While the exact cause of significant asymmetry can vary, it may be influenced by hormonal changes, developmental factors, or congenital conditions. Evaluating Candidacy for Surgery Women who experience... Read More

For individuals considering breast augmentation in Brisbane, the visibility of post-surgical scarring is a common consideration. With meticulous surgical techniques and proper post-operative care, the visibility of scarring can be greatly minimized. Emphasis on Surgical Precision When choosing a surgeon for breast augmentation, it is important to consider their professional background and approach to surgery. Dr. Phillip Richardson, with a focus on breast surgeries, employs refined techniques tailored to each patient's unique needs, aiming to minimize scarring. Incision... Read More