Breast augmentation surgery, traditionally associated with enlarging breast size, offers more than just an increase in cup size. For many women considering this procedure, alternative goals such as attaining better symmetry, correcting asymmetry, or improving breast shape play a crucial role in their decision-making process. Dr Mistry, a distinguished cosmetic and plastic surgeon, explores these […]
Category Archives: Cosmetic Procedures
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Beyond Size: Alternative Goals in Breast Augmentation
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Choosing the Right Breast Implant Size: Factors to Consider
Choosing the right breast implant size is a crucial decision that can significantly impact the outcome of your breast augmentation surgery. It’s essential to consider various factors to ensure that the size you choose aligns with your aesthetic goals and complements your body shape. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you make an informed decision. […]
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Understanding FRACS: Why It Matters When Choosing a Surgeon
When you’re facing a surgical procedure, one of the most critical decisions you’ll make is choosing the right surgeon. Beyond considering their reputation and experience, it’s essential to look for certain qualifications that ensure the highest standards of surgical expertise and safety. One crucial qualification you should be aware of is FRACS. What is FRACS? […]
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The 14-Point Plan: Ensuring Safety and Minimising Complications in Breast Augmentation Surgery
Breast augmentation surgery is a popular cosmetic procedure, but like all surgeries, it carries risks. One of the key risks is bacterial contamination, which can lead to complications such as capsular contracture. To address this risk, many plastic surgeons, including Dr Mistry, follow the 14-Point Plan—a set of guidelines designed to minimise bacterial contamination and […]
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Is Abdominoplasty Right for You? Exploring Candidacy Considerations
Abdominoplasty is a procedure aimed at tightening the abdominal muscles and removing excess skin and fat from the abdomen. This surgery is popular among individuals who have lost a significant amount of weight, women who have had multiple pregnancies, or those who simply want to achieve a firmer abdominal appearance. However, abdominoplasty is not suitable […]
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Breast Issues in Horse Riding
Breast-related pain caused by heavy-set breasts can have an impact on one’s day to day life. One way it can do so is in horse riding. Breast-related riding pain is a taboo topic because it’s deeply private and personal. But women who suffer aren’t alone. In 2016, a group of researchers from the University of […]
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Everything you need to know about male chest reduction surgery
Enlarged male chest tissue, also known as gynaecomastia, is the most common male chest disorder. Affecting approximately 50-65% males worldwide at some point in their lives, enlarged male chest tissue – or gynaecomastia – usually presents as a lump-like growth underneath the nipple. Undergoing male chest reduction surgery can help address the condition, and it is […]
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What can eyelid surgery help with?
Eyelid surgery can resolve a number of cosmetic issues and achieve a refreshed, more youthful appearance. Many individuals start to see fine lines, sagging skin, and increased puffiness around their eyes as they age. Luckily, a simple surgical procedure can fix these problems. Eyelid surgery, also called blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic procedure many choose to […]