Restoring youth in the male face
With the likes of George Clooney and Sean Connery on side, it certainly seems the mantel of ageing sits a little more comfortably on men than on women. The smooth, dewy, homogenised complexions that...
40 fascinating facts about cosmetic surgery
We tend to think of aesthetic plastic surgery as a modern phenomenon, pioneered by the rich, famous and infamous, now enthusiastically embraced by "average" people worldwide. But it has its origins in the mists...
Breast surgery: implants, lift, reduction & reconstruction
For many women, rejuvenating the breasts can be a life-altering event that reaps significant rewards, both physically and emotionally.
Sydney plastic surgeon Dr Peter Laniewski uses several techniques to help women overcome any issues they...
Outcomes of eyelid surgery
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, can help revitalise a tired, heavy appearance. By lifting the eyelids, and excising excess fat and skin from the upper and lower lid, the eyes are opened up and the...
Harness your body’s potential with PRP
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is changing the future of aesthetic medicine. It harnesses the body’s own resources and natural healing mechanisms to achieve a regenerative and rejuvenating response in the skin. With a long...
Smoother contours and tighter skin with Vaser Lipo
Vaser Lipo is a form of liposculpture that uses controlled ultrasonic energy to assist the surgeon in the selective removal of fat in body contouring surgery, offering smoother results and faster recovery than traditional...
Anti-wrinkle injections
Produced commercially under the brand names Botox, Xeomin and Dysport, botulinum toxin injections diminish facial lines by selectively limiting the movement of various facial muscles.
The appearance of frown lines and wrinkles can result in...
Breast augmentation essentials
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that increases the volume of the breasts through the insertion of prosthetic implants. Implants range in volume from 90 to 900 millilitres and also come in different shapes....
Rhinoplasty essentials
Rhinoplasty is the term for a number of operative techniques that can improve the aesthetic and functional properties of the nose. It is most commonly performed for nose augmentation (building up) or reduction (the...
Guide to lip augmentation
Lip augmentation, in the hands of a skilled practitioner and with the right filler, can create a luscious, natural-looking pout with extra volume and definition.
The cosmetic approach to lips has swung back recently from...
