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 male cosmetic surgery
Surgical procedures
Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
Abdominoplasty provides a flatter stomach with repaired abdominal muscles and can also be used to sculpt a ‘six pack’. An incision is made across the lower abdomen, then excess skin and...
The FAQs of rhinoplasty
Sydney plastic surgeon Dr Darryl Hodgkinson answers some of the most common questions about nose reshaping surgery.
Of all the cosmetic plastic surgery procedures, nose enhancement, or rhinoplasty, remains one of the most common and...
All about IPL
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) delivers a broader spectrum of light energy, unlike a laser’s single wavelength – but it is not a laser. IPL is a non-invasive procedure that has been shown to help...
What’s a thread lift?
Today, surgeons are equipped with a repertoire of procedures aimed at rejuvenating facial features. One technique used to lift sagging features – typically in the mid-face – to create a fresher, more contoured look,...
All about botulinum toxin
Injecting botulinum toxin is one of the best known cosmetic procedures in the world.
The old school of thought that wrinkles are character lines that portray someone's emotions, life experiences and credibility is fast diminishing....
Body implants: calf, gluteal and pectoral
Implants can be placed in any area where there is a non-moving contour defect, such as the buttocks, biceps, breasts, calves, face, pectorals, penis and triceps.
There are various forms of implants used in cosmetic...
What’s a tummy tuck?
Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen.
The procedure suits those with problems such as excessive skin laxity (looseness), excess fat and laxity of the abdominal wall...
Facts on dermal fillers
Dermal filler injections can restore lost facial volume, fill out wrinkles and lines, and improve facial contours.
The ‘youthful glow’ associated with being young and healthy is often put down to the fullness and smooth,...
7 types of facelift
Advances in surgical procedures and technology mean there are several different facelift types and techniques available today. They are designed to address each patient’s individual needs more specifically, helping to ensure optimal and natural-looking...
