Plastic Surgery News & Resources

If you are considering breast reduction surgery in Sydney, one of the most common questions is whether Medicare covers breast reduction surgery and what out-of-pocket costs you may need to pay.

Upper blepharoplasty (upper eyelid surgery) is one of the most effective procedures for periorbital rejuvenation —while in some cases even improving vision. If you’re considering eyelid surgery, understanding the step-by-step journey can help you feel informed and prepared. This guide walks you through exactly what to expect — from your first consultation to full recovery.

Managing scars after breast reduction surgery is an important part of your recovery. While some scarring is expected, the right care can significantly improve how scars heal and fade over time. If you’re planning or recovering from breast reduction surgery in Sydney, understanding how to care for your scars can help you achieve the best possible results.

Breast implant removal in Sydney, also known as explant surgery, is a personalised procedure for women who wish to remove their implants due to discomfort, lifestyle changes, or a preference for a less augmented look. Performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, breast implant removal can be tailored to include capsulectomy or a breast lift to optimise breast shape and proportion. Understanding your options and recovery is an important first step when considering explant surgery in Sydney.

If you’re considering breast reduction surgery in Sydney after using Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, or other weight loss medications, the main factors to focus on are timing, optimising your nutrition, maintaining a stable weight, and ensuring safety during anaesthesia.

Your detailed guide to recovery from blepharoplasty surgery

What to expect when recovering from breast reduction surgery.

Choosing the right breast implant size is one of the decisions you’ll make with your surgeon when considering breast augmentation. While cup size is often the first thing people think about, there are several other factors that help achieve a result that suits your body.

Many women (and some men) notice that their nipples point inward instead of outward. This is called an inverted nipple, and it’s a lot more common than most people think. In fact, up to 10–20% of women are born with one or both nipples inverted. While usually harmless, inverted nipples can sometimes cause cosmetic concerns, self-consciousness, or difficulties with breastfeeding.

Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen while tightening the underlying muscles. Some people choose this procedure after pregnancy, significant weight loss, or ageing, when diet and exercise alone can’t restore their desired abdominal contour.

Breast reduction surgery (also called reduction mammaplasty) is a popular procedure for women who experience discomfort, pain, or self-consciousness due to large breasts. It reduces breast size, reshapes the breasts, and often provides relief from symptoms like back, neck and shoulder pain. If you’re considering this surgery, you likely have lots of questions. Here are the top 10 frequently asked questions about breast reduction surgery.

Breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty) is a common plastic surgery procedure that removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to make the breasts smaller, lighter, and lifted, whilst creating a shape proportionate to the woman’s body. This procedure can make a significant difference to quality of life. Many patients first present to their GP with symptoms related to large, heavy breasts, and your role in assessment, referral, and ongoing support is key.

Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive treatment designed to stimulate the skin’s healing process and encourage collagen and elastin production. This popular skin rejuvenation procedure is safe for most skin types and can improve skin texture, reduce scarring, and rejuvenate the facial skin.

I recently co-authored an article with internationally recognised plastic surgeons, Dr. Tonnard and Dr. Verpaele, on complementary procedures that can be performed in conjunction with facelifts to optimise facial rejuvenation outcomes.

Fat grafting, also known as fat transfer surgery or autologous fat transfer, is a procedure that uses your own fat to restore lost volume, improve contours, and enhance the quality of your skin and soft tissues. Because the procedure uses your body’s own cells, the results can look and feel more natural compared to using synthetic products — and they can be long-lasting.

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the world, but the good news is that most cases can be prevented and successfully treated if detected early. In this guide, we’ll cover the types of skin cancer, the most important symptoms to look out for, and tips on prevention to help you protect your skin.

When people think about plastic surgery, they often focus on reshaping or lifting — but the quality of your skin is just as important as the procedure itself. Healthy, elastic skin can greatly improve your surgical results, while thin, sun-damaged, or inelastic skin may limit what’s achievable. Understanding the role of skin quality helps set realistic expectations and highlights ways you can prepare your skin before and after surgery.

Scars are a normal part of healing after surgery, injury, or trauma. While many scars gradually fade, patients often want to know how to minimise scarring and achieve the best cosmetic outcome. In this post, I’ll explain the science behind scar healing and share the strategies I use to make scars less noticeable.

Breast implants are designed to be strong and durable, but like any medical device, they are not designed to last forever. Over time, wear and tear, injury, or natural ageing of the implant shell can cause it to break – this is called a rupture. While the word “rupture” can sound alarming, most cases are not emergencies, and there are safe, effective options for managing them.

Surgery is carried out by a dedicated and experienced team in an accredited hospital facility with utmost safety. Each member plays a vital role in your care, safety, and outcome. Understanding who will be in the operating room when you have your surgery with Dr Law can help ease anxiety and make you feel more confident about your surgery.