Studies examine patient satisfaction with facelift surgery – and the surgical vs non surgical quandary A first of its kind study in 2015 sought to examine the facelift outcomes for 105 patients. The patients, aged in their 40s, 50s and 60s, completed the validated survey 10 years after their facelift surgery in New York. In this article, aesthetic nurse Sr Deborah...
More than skin deep; why we use skin analysis technology for rejuvenation Looking at patients’ skin with the naked eye can give us some insight into its condition and health, but our quantitative skin analysis provides important clinical insights into what’s really going on, deep below the skin’s surface, that cannot be ascertained by a...
Vaccinations, surgery and non surgical cosmetic treatments If you have surgery or treatments coming up – and also have a vaccination scheduled – please see below for our guidelines: Surgery and vaccinations Surgery is not a contraindication to routine vaccinations. If possible, separate your surgery and vaccination by...
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...
How do hyperhidrosis treatments work? Hyperhidrosis is the overproduction of sweat; past the point of what is required to regulate body temperature. One in 20 people suffer with the condition, which commonly affects the hands, feet, scalp and underarms, causing a severe decrease in quality of life, and...
New Dermapen 4 microneedling technology in The Sharp Clinics now! We love our microneedling treatments and after years of using our Dermapen 3 device, we are excited to now offer the latest Dermapen 4 technology! The recently-released Dermapen 4 offers quicker, more precise and more comfortable treatments than Dermapen 3, and can be...
BIA-ALCL Breast Implant News Update SEPTEMBER 2023: BIA-ALCL UPDATE Breast implant-associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a rare cancer that can be effectively treated if detected early. The Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons encourages women with breast implants to monitor...
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...
Why guys love HydraFacial HydraFacial is great for all skin types and genders – but of all our facials, it’s the most favoured among men. In addition to being supremely relaxing and rejuvenating, HydraFacial is great for removing some the common skin concerns that men of all ages...
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...
Dermal fillers and COVID vaccinations The arrival of COVID vaccinations has brought questions regarding their impact on non-surgical treatments such as dermal fillers and muscle relaxing injections. The Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons alongside The Australasian Society of Cosmetic...
