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What is a Neck Lift?

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Loose neck skin, soft tissue laxity, visible neck bands or fullness under the chin can affect the definition between the face, jawline and neck. These changes in the neck, that happen naturally as we age, are a common reason people speak to Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Dr Jeremy Richardson, about neck lift surgery. Consulting at Queens … Read more

Does Medicare or Private Health Insurance Cover Plastic Surgery?

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The cost of plastic surgery in Australia can vary depending on the procedure, hospital fees, anaesthesia and surgical complexity. Understandably, many patients want to know if a Medicare plastic surgery rebate is available, or if private health insurance can assist with procedures such as breast reduction, abdominoplasty, eyelid surgery or facelift. The answer depends on … Read more

What You Need to Know Before Flying After Plastic Surgery

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Planning flights around plastic surgery needs more thought than just booking time away from work. Air travel can place extra stress on the body during early recovery due to prolonged sitting, reduced mobility and post-operative swelling. If you are looking into having a facial procedure such as facelift, neck lift, eyelid surgery or rhinoplasty, timing … Read more

Referred by your GP for skin cancer surgery?

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Being referred to a plastic surgeon for skin cancer surgery can feel unsettling, especially after a biopsy or recent skin check. Many patients want to understand why they have been referred, what surgery involves and how the area will be repaired. As a Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Dr Jeremy Richardson is experienced in planning and performing … Read more

Plastic Surgery for Men in Melbourne

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Men are more commonly enquiring about plastic surgery for age-related changes like neck laxity and heavy upper eyelids, as well as concerns about excess chest tissue and facial proportions. If you are researching plastic surgery for men in Melbourne, consultation with a Specialist Plastic Surgeon can help you understand what may be suitable, what the … Read more

The Real Causes of Facial Ageing

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Facial ageing is not caused by loose skin alone and involves gradual changes in the skin, fat, ligaments, muscles and facial structure. In questioning the cause of why faces age, you may have noticed that the answer is more layered. Skin laxity is part of it, but deeper changes also affect facial shape, folds, jowls … Read more

There Is No Such Thing as a “Cosmetic Surgeon”

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When surgery involves your face, qualifications are not a small detail. Before you book facial surgery, do you know who is qualified to perform it and what level of training they have? In Australia, not every doctor offering cosmetic surgery has the same training, specialist registration or surgical background. Knowing what to look for can … Read more

When Can I Drive After Plastic Surgery?

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After plastic surgery, getting back to everyday tasks and life takes planning. One of the most common questions patients ask is, “When can I drive again?” The answer is different for each person. It depends on the procedure, your level of discomfort, the medication you are taking, your range of movement and your ability to … Read more

Deep Plane Facelift vs SMAS Facelift

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If you are researching facelift surgery (rhytidectomy/meloplasty), you will come across terms such as deep plane facelift, SMAS facelift and high SMAS facelift. It can be difficult to understand the differences and figuring out which technique might be best for you. Dr Jeremy Richardson, Specialist Plastic Surgeon, has facelift consultations available at Queens Parade Specialists … Read more

What is a Revision Facelift?

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A revision facelift is a procedure used to address concerns that appear or continue after a previous facelift. Patients consider the procedure for different reasons, and learning what it involves can help you understand whether it relates to your situation. Because the face has already undergone a procedure, planning for a revision facelift requires careful … Read more