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    • Male Breast Reduction – Gyno
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    • Dr Briggs Breast Aug Package
  • Body
    • Abdominoplasty
    • Liposuction
    • Body Lift after Weight Loss
    • Belt Lipectomy – 360 Abdo
    • Extended Tummy Tuck
    • Fleur De Lis Abdo
    • Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
    • Thigh Lift (Thighplasty)
    • Bra Line Back Lift
    • Labiaplasty
    • Male Excess Skin Removal
    • Male Breast Reduction
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    • Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
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      • Blepharoplasty
      • Male Eyelid Lift
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    • SMAS Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
    • Brow Lift
    • Fat Transfer To Face
    • Ear Pinning – Otoplasty
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    • Septo-Rhinoplasty
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    • Cutera Excel V+
    • Healite LED
    • Vaginal Lasers
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Recovery after Body Lift Surgery – Tips and Timeline - 1

Recovery after Body Lift Surgery – Tips and Timeline

Body lift surgeries include a variety of procedures to get rid of excess skin around the abdomen, thighs, arms, and back. Since these procedures are often done in combination... Read more
Body, Body Contouring After Weight Loss
Posted on November 2, 2022 Dr Patrick Briggs - FRCS, FRCSI (Plast. Surg)
Recovery after Breast Lift - Timeline and Tips after Mastopexy - 2

Recovery after Breast Lift – Timeline and Tips after Mastopexy

If you are considering a breast lift then you will no doubt have questions about recovery. Will it hurt? How long is it? How can you speed it up? Recovery after a breast lift... Read more
Breast, Breast Lift
Posted on October 20, 2022 Dr Craig Rubinstein - MBBS, FRACS (Plast)
Recovery After Rhinoplasty – Tips and Timeline - 3

Recovery After Rhinoplasty – Tips and Timeline

Tips for Recovery after Rhinoplasty – Tips and Post-Op Day-to-Day Timeline Rhinoplasty is one of the most highly demanded procedures in plastic surgery. As a result,... Read more
Face, Nose Surgery, Rhinoplasty
Posted on October 20, 2022 Dr Stephen Kleid - MB, BS FRACS
Tips for Exercise after a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) - 4

Tips for Exercise after a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

Abdominoplasty/tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that removes extra skin and fat tissue from the abdomen. You may request an Abdominoplasty after pregnancy, significant weight... Read more
Body, Abdominoplasty, Tummy Tuck
Posted on October 20, 2022 Dr Patrick Briggs - FRCS, FRCSI (Plast. Surg)
Recovery after Facelift - Tips and Timeline - 5

Recovery after Facelift – Tips and Timeline

Facelift Recovery Tips and Post-op Day-by-Day Facelift Recovery Timeline A facelift can get rid of some wrinkles and folds. However, a lot of patients, worry about the... Read more
Face
Posted on October 10, 2022 Dr Patrick Briggs - FRCS, FRCSI (Plast. Surg)
How Alcohol and Recreational Drugs can Impact your Cosmetic Surgery Results - 6

How Alcohol and Recreational Drugs can Impact your Cosmetic Surgery Results

While preparing for your cosmetic surgery, you will most likely be asked some questions that may seem a little personal, like: How often do you drink alcohol? Do you smoke... Read more
Plastic Surgery, Hints and Tips, Pre Surgery, Surgery For Men
Posted on August 20, 2022 Dr Craig Rubinstein - MBBS, FRACS (Plast)
Post Surgery Support Garments after Breast Surgery - 7

Post Surgery Support Garments after Breast Surgery

Compression Garments after Breast Surgery If you are considering undergoing breast surgery, (whether it is a Breast Augmentation, Reduction or a Lift) the chances are you’ve... Read more
Breast, Plastic Surgery
Posted on July 31, 2022 Dr Craig Rubinstein - MBBS, FRACS (Plast)
What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag for Cosmetic or Plastic Surgery - 8

What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag for Cosmetic or Plastic Surgery

Cosmetic and plastic surgery fields are fast-growing with several advances made in the technology and tools used for these procedures. With the number of plastic surgeries... Read more
Plastic Surgery, Hints and Tips
Posted on July 21, 2022 lyshaibrombara - Patient Liaison Manager
Liposuction FAQs - Questions and Answers about Liposuction - 9

Liposuction FAQs – Questions and Answers about Liposuction

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes stubborn fat from specific areas. If you’ve reached your goal weight, or you are approximately 5 kgs above it, the common... Read more
Body, Liposuction
Posted on May 17, 2022 Dr Patrick Briggs - FRCS, FRCSI (Plast. Surg)
Rhinoplasty or Nose Surgery FAQs - 10

Rhinoplasty or Nose Surgery FAQs

This procedure focuses on removing extra tissue from your nose, altering both its functionality as well as, its look. Our specialist FRACS surgeons, Dr Stephen Kleid, MB BS... Read more
Face, FAQs, Nose Surgery, Rhinoplasty
Posted on May 17, 2022 Dr Stephen Kleid - MB, BS FRACS
How To Manage Abdominoplasty Scars after Surgery - Scar Management Tips - 11

How To Manage Abdominoplasty Scars after Surgery – Scar Management Tips

After undergoing cosmetic plastic surgery, it’s crucial to understand that incision line scars require time to fully mature and settle. Patients who effectively manage... Read more
Abdominoplasty, Body, Body Contouring After Weight Loss, Post-Pregnancy, Tummy Tuck
Posted on January 1, 2022 Dr Patrick Briggs - FRCS, FRCSI (Plast. Surg)
Will Medicare Cover my Breast Lift? - 12

Will Medicare Cover my Breast Lift?

Can I claim my Breast Lift (Mastopexy) on Medicare? Patients often ask if they can claim their Breast lift (mastopexy) on medicare.  Breasts may sometimes cause infections... Read more
Medicare Plastic Surgery, Breast, Breast Lift
Posted on November 26, 2021 lyshaibrombara - Patient Liaison Manager
Labiaplasty Cost and Prices In Australia - 13

Labiaplasty Cost and Prices In Australia

How much is a Labiaplasty Surgery in Melbourne, Australia? Labiaplasty is a common surgical procedure that alters the size/shape of labia minora/vaginal lips. Women undergo... Read more
Body, Labiaplasty
Posted on November 20, 2021 lyshaibrombara - Patient Liaison Manager
How to Sleep better after Breast Augmentation Surgery – Tips for Sleeping after Surgery - 14

How to Sleep better after Breast Augmentation Surgery – Tips for Sleeping after Surgery

A Breast Augmentation Mammoplasty is one of the most popular aesthetic surgeries. The recovery process after breast augmentation Mammoplasty surgery can take a number of weeks... Read more
Breast, Breast Augmentation
Posted on September 23, 2021 Dr Craig Rubinstein - MBBS, FRACS (Plast)
Recovery after Eyelid Surgery – Postop Tips & Timeline for Blepharoplasty - 15

Recovery after Eyelid Surgery – Postop Tips & Timeline for Blepharoplasty

Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty) is a common procedure.  It is still considered an invasive surgical procedure. It’s understandable for many to have their apprehensions... Read more
Eyes, Blepharoplasty, Face
Posted on July 13, 2021 Dr Patrick Briggs - FRCS, FRCSI (Plast. Surg)
How much is a Abdominoplasty/Tummy Tuck in Melbourne? - 16

How much is a Abdominoplasty/Tummy Tuck in Melbourne?

Abdominoplasty, commonly referred to as a Tummy Tuck, is a surgical procedure designed to alter the shape and tighten the abdominal area. The cost of Abdominoplasty/Tummy... Read more
Abdominoplasty, Body Contouring After Weight Loss, Melbourne Surgery Costs and Prices
Posted on May 5, 2021 Dr Patrick Briggs - FRCS, FRCSI (Plast. Surg)
Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy after Plastic Surgery - 17

Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy after Plastic Surgery

Reasons for Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy after Plastic Surgery Are you planning on having surgery and are you worried about the recovery? You might have heard of lymphatic... Read more
Post Surgery
Posted on March 12, 2021 Dr Patrick Briggs - FRCS, FRCSI (Plast. Surg)
How to Sleep Better After Tummy Tuck - Abdo - 20

How to Sleep Better After Tummy Tuck – Abdo

How to Sleep After Abdominoplasty – Tips for Sleeping After Tummy Surgery Abdominoplasty, or as its more commonly known a “tummy tuck”, is an aesthetic cosmetic surgical... Read more
Abdominoplasty, Body
Posted on March 10, 2021 Dr Craig Rubinstein - MBBS, FRACS (Plast)
Recovery after Breast Augmentation Surgery - 23

Recovery after Breast Augmentation Surgery

Recovery after Breast Surgery – What to expect and watch out for So what’s it like during recovery after breast augmentation? That’s a good question to ask... Read more
Breast, Breast Augmentation, Post Surgery
Posted on February 24, 2021 Dr Craig Rubinstein - MBBS, FRACS (Plast)
How to Sleep Better after Breast Surgery - 24

How to Sleep Better after Breast Surgery

How to Sleep better after Breast Surgery – Tips for Sleeping after Breast Augmentation Surgery Having a good night’s sleep can replenish the energy expended on healing... Read more
Breast, Post Surgery
Posted on February 23, 2021 Dr Craig Rubinstein - MBBS, FRACS (Plast)

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