Traditional Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) vs. Fleur-de-lis Abdominoplasty
Traditional Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) vs. Fleur-de-lis Abdominoplasty Both the fleur-de-lis and traditional abdominoplasty procedures are designed to address excess sagging skin, and they share some significant similarities. However, there are key differences between them. The fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty is a more extensive tummy tuck procedure that addresses loose skin both horizontally…
Fleur-de-Lis Abdominoplasty Surgery Guide
Fleur-de-Lis Abdominoplasty Surgery Guide Fleur-de-Lis is an abdominoplasty procedure involving a vertical and a horizontal incision intersecting at the groin region, forming an inverted T. The procedure helps remove loose skin in patients with major weight loss, which would be challenging to remove through standard abdominoplasty procedures. This fleur de…
What is Fleur-de-Lis Abdominoplasty?
What is Fleur-de-Lis Abdominoplasty? Traditional abdominoplasty may be inadequate in addressing the abdominal contours in major weight loss patients. This requires a specialised abdominoplasty procedure that adequately addresses this challenge. Fleur-de-Lis is an abdominoplasty technique that removes significant redundant belly skin and fat vertically and horizontally in major weight loss…
Private Health Funds and Arm Lift Surgery (Brachioplasty): What You Need to Know
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…
Timing a Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) After Weight Loss
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…
Abdominoplasty After Weight Loss
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…
Is An Abdominoplasty Major Surgery?
Is An Abdominoplasty Major Surgery? While there is no official classification as to whether abdominoplasty is considered major surgery, most plastic surgeons agree that any elective surgery in the abdominal area to remove excess fat, skin, and underlying tissue, involving general anaesthesia, is not a minor surgical procedure. Reasons An…