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How to Manage and Minimise Scarring after An Abdominoplasty

May 24th, 2026 by caffeinateddevelopment

Scarring is an integral part of surgery and a crucial part of the body’s healing process. However, if you’re considering an Abdominoplasty, it’s natural to be concerned about them. An Abdominoplasty scar sits below the underwear line, and although it won’t disappear, it will typically fade over time. Importantly, though, there are things you can …

Abdominoplasty After Pregnancy: Everything You Need to Know

May 20th, 2026 by caffeinateddevelopment

Pregnancy brings about many changes to your body. And while some of these changes are temporary, others can remain. Stretch marks, excess skin and tissue and muscle separation are all normal effects of pregnancy, but they can cause functional and/or aesthetic changes that some individuals may want to address. An Abdominoplasty after pregnancy addresses these …

Can An Abdominoplasty Resolve Diastases Recti?

Diastasis recti occurs when the connective tissue of the rectus abdominis muscles separates, creating a gap wider than two centimetres. It often occurs after childbirth, although men can also experience it. Diastases recti can be repaired during an Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) procedure. A very small portion may be covered under Medicare item number 30175, provided …

Recovering From Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) Surgery

An Arm Lift (Brachioplasty or Arm Reduction) is a surgical procedure that removes loose, excess skin from the upper arm. Typically, patients have lost a large amount of weight and are concerned by the abundant excess skin and fatty tissue that remains. While exercise can strengthen and improve the underlying muscle tone, it can never …

Round vs Teardrop (Anatomical) Implants

These days, most of us know what breast implants are. But unless you’ve had implants, you’re probably unaware of the different types of implants that are available—or the deciding factors that determine the best type and shape for you. So, in this article, we’ll explain some of these factors and discuss one of the significant …

How Much Does an Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Cost in Sydney?

At Bella Plastic Surgery, people often call our Sydney-based clinic to ask, “How much does a Tummy Tuck cost?” As there are so many factors to consider, we can’t provide an answer over the phone. This article breaks down the various components of the procedure to help you understand the costs involved. Every Patient Is …

How Much Does Breast Augmentation Surgery Cost?

Breast Augmentation Surgery is a cosmetic surgery procedure that involves placing silicone implants in the breast to give shape and volume. Also known as Breast Implant Surgery or Bilateral Augmentation Mammoplasty (BAM), the procedure is performed under general anaesthesia in a private hospital. Several factors contribute to the cost, which we’ll discuss in this article. …

How to Check for Skin Cancer

Australia has the highest rates of skin cancer worldwide, followed by New Zealand. Approximately two out of three Australians will be diagnosed with some form of skin cancer during their lifetime. That’s why every Aussie must protect their skin from the sun’s UV rays to prevent skin cancer from developing. Further, it’s essential to get …

Non-surgical Treatments For Jowls

One of the most common (and unwelcome) signs of ageing is the appearance of lower jowls – the drooping bags of skin and fat deposits below the jawline. If you’ve found yourself staring in the mirror, pulling back flesh towards your earlobes, noticing the cleaner jawline that it creates, you’ll be happy to know that …

Common Types Of Moles And Their Risk Of Skin Cancer

About 2000 Australians die from skin cancer each year, and more than two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime, according to the Victorian website SunSmart. That’s why it’s essential to be sun safe, and also be on the lookout for any moles that could potentially be cancerous. What are …

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