Lifelong learning: how Australian specialist plastic surgeons maintain the highest standards Training, professional development and scrutiny: why choose a specialist plastic surgeon to perform your cosmetic surgery? Dr David Sharp Specialist Plastic Surgeon + Registered Medical Practitioner Article medically reviewed by Dr. David Sharp, MBBS, FRACS (Plast)...
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...
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...
Post operative recovery: what is the most common breast reduction or lift complication? T-junction breakdown is one of the most common complications following breast reduction or breast lift surgery. This occurs when there is delayed wound healing in the area where the vertical and horizontal suture lines meet, at the base of the breast. This area bears...
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...
Bruising after breast surgery Following breast augmentation, breast reduction or breast lift surgery you should expect to experience some bruising. What’s normal bruising after breast surgery? Most women experience low or moderate bruising on their breasts and adjacent (upper chest or under...
Can I go braless after breast augmentation surgery? One aspect of breast augmentation surgery we often receive enquires about is whether or not it is safe to go braless after surgery. For any woman who loves the freedom of going braless or having their choice of strapless, backless dresses, it is great be able to...
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...
Why does BMI matter when having plastic surgery? Talking about weight in a clinical setting of plastic surgery suitability can be very difficult for some patients, and we understand body weight can be a sensitive matter. Dr Sharp wants to ensure the best possible outcome for each of his patients, and their safety is...
Factors that affect surgical outcomes When talking about ‘results’ in plastic surgery, we consider both functional and aesthetic outcomes. For example, in the case of breast reduction, ‘functional’ outcomes might include less back pain, whereas aesthetic results might relate to...