How Does Lymphatic Drainage Massage Help Surgical Recovery After Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery? Dr David Sharp Specialist Plastic Surgeon + Registered Medical Practitioner Article medically reviewed by Dr. David Sharp, MBBS, FRACS (Plast) FacebookLinkedIn How does lymphatic drainage massage help recovery after cosmetic or plastic surgery? Originally, manual...
Plastic Surgeons In Brisbane Considering having surgery with a plastic surgeon in Brisbane? Whether you have been thinking about cosmetic or plastic surgery for some time, or have just started researching the procedure you are interested in, the fact that you are considering a qualified...
Important abdominoplasty news: update on post pregnancy item number changes Post pregnancy abdominoplasty item number The abdominoplasty (tummy tuck surgery) item number for post pregnancy rectus divarication reconstruction was reintroduced last year, with the government announcing inclusion of item number 30175 on the Medicare...
Post pregnancy abdominoplasty: can I claim a rebate for my tummy tuck? Patients who experience muscle separation (or divarication/rectus diastasis) following pregnancy may now be eligible for rebates on abdominoplasty surgery. After many years of industry and patient advocacy, the government has allocated funding for post pregnancy...
How soon before a big event should I plan my abdominoplasty surgery? Abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck surgery is a very popular procedure before major events, such as weddings and milestone birthdays. It’s an exciting period and a tummy tuck can provide both functional and aesthetic changes. So you’ve decided to have an...
Breaking new ground in gut biome, probiotics and immunity The gut microbiome is a hot topic when it comes to many areas of our health, with decades of research contributing to a growing appreciation of its impact on immunity, mental wellbeing, food addiction and skin, among others. Sharp Clinic dermal therapist Diane Lehto...
Question of the week: what is an abdominoplasty and breast augmentation recovery like? Pregnancy has left me with empty, excess skin on my breasts and loose skin on my tummy, as well as back pain and pelvic floor issues. I’ve wanted to have plastic surgery for years, but am worried about the recovery and being out of action at home and work for a...
Vaser liposuction in Brisbane with Dr Sharp Liposuction reduces fat deposits and is a common procedure in our clinics for reducing fat in areas of the torso, chest, arms, face and legs. Vaser liposuction has become synonymous with liposuction around the world in recent years. Dr Sharp is currently the only...
Post operative bleeding: what’s normal? Patients will often experience a small amount of bleeding from their surgical site after discharge from hospital. This can often be seen as staining on garments or surgical tapes. Although this can be understandably alarming, it is very normal, and rarely sign of a...
Does lymphatic drainage massage help after plastic surgery? Many of our patients have very large plastic surgery procedures, and after these they can experience of build up of fluid in or around the operative area. This fluid is the body’s normal response to trauma and is to be expected after any surgery. Dr David...
Will I Still Have Stomach Creases or Rolls after Abdominoplasty Surgery? Yes, you will when relaxed, slouching, not sitting up straight or bending over. Everyone, irrespective of how flat their stomach is when standing up, has this! Even the slimmest of people with flat stomachs and strong abdominal walls have a crease or fold when...
