Breast Augmentation Improves the size and appearance of the breasts. Procedure Breast augmentation, also called breast enlargement, improves the size and appearance of the breasts by implanting saline or silicone breast implants either under or over the chest muscle, thus producing a cosmetic enhancement. Length This procedure takes approximately two hours. Anaesthesia A general anaesthesia is administrated and the patient…
Breast Lift Improves breast shape. Procedure Breast lift surgery, also called mastopexy, removes excess skin in and around the breast that has been stretched during pregnancy or weight fluctuations. Breast implants may also be used in conjunction with this procedure to achieve the desired result. Length Approximately two to three hours. Anaesthesia General anaesthesia is administered and the patient is…
Breast Reduction Reduces breast size and improves physical and emotional symptoms caused by very large breasts. Procedure Breast reduction surgery, also referred to as reduction mammoplasty, reduces the size and improves the shape of the breasts. Typically, women who are candidates for this procedure have physical symptoms related to the weight or shape of their breasts. These symptoms include back…
Revision Breast Surgery Improves or corrects the results of previous breast enhancement surgery. Procedure The more common reasons for seeking revision breast surgery are implant deflation, implant exchange (size or type), capsular contracture, implant malposition, double-bubble deformity, or a combination of these issues. When a breast implant is inserted, a scar forms around it as part of the natural healing…
Male Breast Reduction Reduces overly developed male breasts and nipples to provide a masculine chest appearance. Procedure Male breast reduction surgery reduces overly developed male breasts and nipples using liposuction and/or by surgically removing excess glandular tissue. Length Approximately one and one-half to three hours. Anaesthesia Either general anaesthesia is used or intravenous sedation and local anaesthesia are used. Inpatient/Outpatient…
Facelift Improves sagging facial skin, jowls and loose neck skin. Procedure A full or complete facelift improves the skin and tissues of the lower two-thirds of the face, from the ears, across to the cheeks, and down to the jaw line, by removing excess fat, tightening muscles and re-draping skin. Length Approximately four hours. Anaesthesia Usually general anaesthesia is used…
Blepharoplasty - Eyelid Surgery Procedure Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) rejuvenates the upper and lower eyelids by removing excess fat, skin and muscle. Length Approximately two hours. Anaesthesia General anaesthesia or intravenous sedation and local anaesthesia are used. Inpatient/Outpatient This is an outpatient procedure. Possible Side Effects Temporary discomfort, feeling of “tightness” in the eyelid area, swelling or bruising. Excessive tearing and…
Rhinoplasty Rhinoplasty, sometimes referred to as a "nose job" or "nose reshaping" by patients, enhances facial harmony and the proportions of your nose. It can also correct impaired breathing caused by structural defects in the nose. Nose surgery that's done to improve an obstructed airway requires careful evaluation of the nasal structure as it relates to airflow and breathing. Correction…
Otoplasty Improves the appearance of the ears. Procedure Otoplasty, also called ear surgery, sets prominent ears back closer to the head and/or reduces the size of large ears. Cosmetic ear surgery is most often performed on children between the ages of four and fourteen and may be covered by insurance. Length Approximately two hours. Anaesthesia Young children are usually given…