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Will fat grow back after liposuction?
Most people who choose to live a healthy lifestyle do so because they want to feel good and to be able to participate in the activities they enjoy. At the same time, many would like to have a slim, athletic body shape, so that how they look matches how they feel. Although some are fortunate enough to achieve this simply through diet and exercise, others are not as lucky. Genetics plays a strong role in how the body stores fat tissue, and many people find themselves with stubborn...Read More
Do you need a breast lift with your implant removal?
Breast augmentation is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgical procedures. Although studies show a high patient satisfaction rate after the placement of breast implants, there are some women who later wish to remove their breast implants. This procedure is called an explant.
Some women simply undergo the explant, while others have this combined with a breast lift. Why might a woman consider a breast lift along with her explant? How can you decide...Read More
Do you have tubular breasts?
Women may seek breast augmentation for a variety of different reasons. In some cases, a woman wants the procedure because she has tubular breast syndrome. Also known by other names (including tuberous breasts and breast hypoplasia), this is a congenital condition in which the breasts don’t develop correctly. Although treatment is not required, some women with this condition choose to have plastic surgery to correct it.
What are tubular breasts? How can...Read More
What causes breast implant rippling?
Breast augmentation has been shown in studies to have a high patient satisfaction rate, but there are still some challenges that may arise. Some women experience rippling of their breast implants. The ripples may be palpable (able to be felt) or even visible (able to be seen). What causes the rippling of breast implants? More importantly, what can be done about it?
Why do breast implants ripple?In fact, all breast implants...Read More
How to choose among the different types of facelift
As people live longer and healthier lives, some people become concerned about the visible signs of aging on their faces. Those who still feel young and vibrant may want their appearance to match this. However, gravity, sun exposure, and genetics may combine to create sagging and wrinkles, making people look much older than they feel.
In some cases, people may turn to cosmetic medicine for a solution. A facelift is a surgical procedure...Read More
Can you combine a breast lift with a breast augmentation?
As women age, many of them notice unwelcome changes in their breasts. They tend to droop and sag, with the nipple hanging below the breast fold, and the breasts may take on a “deflated” appearance. The changes may be exacerbated in women who have breast-fed one or more babies, but they can happen to any woman.
Some women may consider having cosmetic surgery to restore their breasts to a more youthful appearance. Many of these women wonder whether a breast lift or a breast augmentation would...Read More
What is reconstructive microsurgery?
A/Prof Marucci is recognized as an expert in reconstructive microsurgery. This is an advanced surgical technique, which allows a surgeon to move tissue from one part of the body to another (this is known as a “free flap”). How does A/Prof. Marucci use microsurgery?
Moving tissue from one part of the body to anotherReconstructive microsurgery is used when a surgeon needs to move a piece of tissue from one part of the body to...Read More
What type of incision should I choose for my breast augmentation?
Once a woman has decided that breast augmentation is right for her, there are several more choices that she will need to make. These include the type of implant, the size of the implants, and whether to place it under or over the muscle. Another of the choices is where to have the incisions, which will determine where the scars will be. There are three main options, which are all offered here for patients undergoing breast augmentation Sydney with A/Prof. Marucci.
What are...Read More