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Private Health Funds and Arm Lift Surgery (Brachioplasty): What You Need to Know Brachioplasty patients with a private health fund may pay less out-of-pocket for the hospital charges if they have a gold-level cover, have skin conditions caused by excess skin after losing 5+ BMI points, and are unable to…

Post Pregnancy Sagging Mons Pubis and Fatty Upper Pubic Area (FUPA) FUPA (Fatty Upper Pubic Area), also known as bulging or sagging mons pubis, occurs when fat accumulates around the mons pubis due to pregnancy, abdominal surgery, or massive weight loss. The mons pubis is the region between the genitals…

Timing a Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) After Weight Loss After extreme weight loss, patients with sagging skin on their upper arms should wait 12 months for the skin to retract naturally and maintain a stable weight for six months before scheduling their arm lift (Brachioplasty) surgery. Disclaimer: Operation performed by Dr…

How to Maintain Results Following Abdominoplasty Maintaining the results of an abdominoplasty, commonly referred to as a tummy tuck, involves a combination of proper post-operative care, a healthy lifestyle, ongoing attention to an individual’s body, and some little patience.  Neglecting proper aftercare following abdominoplasty can result in issues like loose…

The Dangers of Swimming After Brachioplasty Surgery After arm lift (Brachioplasty) surgery, swimming in prohibited for three to six weeks or until the incisions are completely healed. Swimming in any type of environment, whether salt water or chlorinated pools, can introduce contaminants that might delay wound healing. Top 3 Dangers…

Abdominoplasty After Weight Loss Abdominoplasty addresses excess skin and tissue in the abdominal area after significant weight loss. It offers a solution by removing excess skin and fat, tightening the abdominal muscles, and creating a smoother, more toned contour. In recent years, abdominoplasty has gained popularity in Australia, especially for…

How to Sleep After Brachioplasty Surgery Lying on your back with your arms and head elevated is the sleeping position most surgeons recommend for the first three weeks after arm lift surgery (brachioplasty). This position will reduce swelling, ease inflammation, and lessen the risk of complications during arm lift recovery….

When Will I Feel Normal After an Abdominoplasty Procedure? After an abdominoplasty, patients are required to take some time off from work and modify their normal routines to allow the body to recover. Most patients will start feeling back to normal after about six to eight weeks. The recovery period…

Compassionate Release of Superannuation for Brachioplasty Surgery Patients needing an arm lift for medical reasons might qualify to have their superannuation fund released early to help pay for brachioplasty surgery if they meet strict criteria. You could qualify for early compassionate release if you are a citizen or permanent resident,…

Abdominoplasty After Bariatric Surgery Abdominoplasty after bariatric surgery focuses on removing excess skin and tissue resulting from significant weight loss. It reshapes the abdomen by tightening stomach muscles, enhancing the patient’s appearance and health. Besides improving aesthetics, post-bariatric abdominoplasty can also enhance comfort and mobility for patients, allowing them to…