[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”bottom” css=”.vc_custom_1565135169176{background: #e3e3e3 url(https:\/\/canvasplasticsurgery.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/breast-banner-new.jpg?id=1062) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}” el_class=”banner-651″][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1557485699539{padding-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”bottom”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1557555674009{background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: contain !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”breast
\nSURGERY” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”.sec-head banner-head”][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=”banner-rt” width=”1\/2″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”breadcrumb”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1557815282248{padding-top: 15px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1557747840575{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=”yes” el_class=”px-30″ el_id=”br-Surgery”][vc_column width=”2\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1557559305369{padding-top: 0px !important;}” el_class=”px-30″][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” gap=”30″ css=”.vc_custom_1557563921596{margin-top: -15px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}” el_class=”px-30″][vc_column_inner el_class=”px-30″ width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1557559822520{background-color: #f3f3f3 !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”RECONSTRUCTIVE & COSMETIC BREAST SURGERY” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%23333333″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”sec-sub-head”][vc_column_text]Breast surgery is synonymous with Plastic Surgery, however, it is not confined to breast implants and augmentation. Patients seek breast surgery for a myriad of reasons ranging from underdevelopment, overdevelopment, to asymmetries and cancer. As a result, cosmetic and reconstructive surgical principles become distilled into one philosophy – helping patients achieve their goals.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=”px-30″ width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1557559826988{background-color: #e0e0e0 !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”PROCEDURES OFFERED” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%23666666″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”sec-sub-head”][vc_column_text]Breast Augmentation
\nBreast Reduction
\nBreast Lift (Mastopexy)
\nBreast Reconstruction
\n– autologous (tissue reconstruction)
\n– alloplastic (implant-based reconstructions)
\n– fat grafting
\n– acellular dermal matrices
\nNipple Reduction
\nNipple Reconstruction
\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1557564461280{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”BREAST SURGERY SUITABILITY” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%23666666″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”sec-sub-head”][vc_column_text]It is well recognised that there are physical and psychological benefits in breast augmentation.<\/p>\n

It is the belief of Canvas Plastic Surgery that all women who are considering breast surgery should have the opportunity to discuss their options with a plastic surgeon as part of being fully informed about their condition and treatment.<\/p>\n

Every patient is different and will require a different approach. Not everyone will be suitable for breast surgery, but it is important that the patient is aware of their options.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=”ser-before” width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1557564030143{background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1557559298752{background-color: #f3f3f3 !important;}” el_class=”px-30″][vc_custom_heading text=”A WORD FROM MATHEW LEE” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%23666666″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”sec-sub-head”][vc_column_text]\u201cI have always enjoyed the challenge that breast reconstruction presents. It highlights the need for teamwork in surgery where the combined efforts of breast surgeons, plastic surgeons, anaesthetists and specialist nurses are required to achieve a result for the patient.<\/p>\n

My initial training in breast reconstruction was undertaken in Melbourne and Perth and had a strong autologous tissue and microsurgical reconstructive focus. As such I am well trained to perform DIEP (deep inferior epigastric artery perforator) and TRAM (transverse rectus abdominus myocutaneous) flaps as well as alternatives such as the TUG (transverse upper gracilis) flap.<\/p>\n

To supplement my training, I also completed a fellowship in breast reconstruction in Vancouver. For six months I worked with plastic surgeons and breast surgeons performing reconstructions and revisionary reconstructive procedures using the latest in fat grafting techniques, implant reconstruction and acellular dermal matrices.<\/p>\n

I also had the opportunity to develop my skills in other areas of breast surgery including breast reduction, augmentation, mastopexy and combinations of these procedures. I travelled to Banff to operate with Dr Elizabeth Hall-Findlay who is recognised worldwide for her expertise on cosmetic breast surgery and in particular breast reduction surgery.<\/p>\n

The combination of skills and techniques that I have acquired here in Australia as well as overseas now allow me to comprehensively deal with any reconstructive or cosmetic breast issue that my patients may have.”[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=”yes” disable_element=”yes” el_id=”vedio-list”][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”v-play pl-0″][vc_single_image image=”165″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1557490038752{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_text]<\/i> Rhinoplasty PART ONE<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”v-play pr-0″][vc_single_image image=”165″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1557490043220{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_text]<\/i> Rhinoplasty PART ONE<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes” el_id=”br-surgery-last”][vc_column][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” gap=”30″][vc_column_inner el_class=”p-30″ width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1557564920577{padding-top: 0px !important;background-color: #f3f3f3 !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Complications” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%23666666″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”sec-sub-head”][vc_column_text]There are many potential complications from surgery and thankfully, the majority of these are extremely rare. Capsule contracture, or, hardening of the implant is the most talked about problem with silicon implants. A great deal of work on the surgical technique has been dedicated to reducing the risk of capsule contracture.\u00a0 The body naturally creates a layer of tissue around an implant to separate it from the surrounding structures. This tissue is known as a capsule. Unfortunately, the capsule can become thick and can contract causing distortion of the implant and resulting in poor cosmetic outcomes as well as pain and discomfort for patients. This is capsule contracture. Minimal handling of implants using introducing devices such as the Keller funnel, use of antibiotic solutions, improved choice of implant and plane of insertion below or above the pectorals muscle have led to more reliable and reproducible results and less capsule contracture. Other potential complications include asymmetries, infections, scar and alterations in nipple sensation.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Overseas And Interstate Surgery” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%23666666″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”sec-sub-head” css=”.vc_custom_1557825001923{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_text el_class=”w-90″ css=”.vc_custom_1557564842004{margin-left: 0px !important;}”]There is a lot of hype and media attention relating to overseas and interstate surgery. In the age of online forums, advertising and misinformation, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. The simplest response to this is that you get what you pay for. Cheap surgery is offered by taking shortcuts which equates to increased risk for patients. Some people are willing to take this risk and may get away with it. Unfortunately, when things go wrong, the complications can be devastating and potentially life threatening. There are too many unknown factors involved in these cosmetic clinics both here and overseas for anyone to safely recommend visiting them.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Further Information” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%23666666″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”sec-sub-head” css=”.vc_custom_1557825043917{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1557564852914{margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;}” el_class=”w-90″]I encourage all patients to do further reading prior to committing to surgery. The more you understand about the procedure, the more likely you are to find the right surgeon for you and to get the result you want. The College of Plastic Surgeons has certified information to help patient be informed.\u00a0 (see links to ASPS and Foundation for Plastic Surgery)[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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