MYTH: All plastic surgery procedures are performed in accredited facilities
In Australia, invasive surgical procedures are sometimes performed in a facility, such as an office or consulting room, which is not fully accredited or monitored for the performance of those procedures. To ensure patient safety, the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons advocates that all invasive surgical procedures, that require more than a minimal amount of local anaesthetic, must be conducted in an accredited day surgery or private or public hospital. While all surgery carries risk, the accreditation...Read More
Wrinkle Injections and Dermal Fillers now available at Miranda and Kogarah
For an appointment with Dr Cath Porter please call 9588 5700
Dr Catherine Porter has worked in the field of cosmetic medicine for 20 years, starting as an assistant to a cosmetic dermatologist, and working full time in the field at a well-established cosmetic practice in Sydney for the last 10 years.
She is a skilled injector of dermal fillers and neuromodulators with a keen aesthetic eye, and works as a medical educator for Allergan and Galderma.
Dr Porter is passionate about good skin...Read More
FACT: it is legal for doctors without formal specialist surgical training to conduct cosmetic or plastic surgery
Currently, in Australia, it is legal for a medical practitioner with only a basic medical degree (i.e. MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) to perform surgery. ASPS members are Specialist Plastic Surgeons with extensive post graduate specialist training in all aspects of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.
ASPS members are Fellows of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) and have undergone extensive training to perform invasive surgical procedures. The Australian...Read More
Combat Inherited Facial Puffiness in Sydney
Some of the most complained about features are “turkey neck” or fatty deposits in the upper or lower eyelids. A neck that appears full and heavy may have been inherited by one of your parents. Many individuals dread growing older and looking more like their mother or father. Approximately 50 percent of how a person ages are due to genetics, the remainder has a lot to do with important factors like smoking, stress or sun exposure.
How can a full neck and fatty...Read MoreWeighing the Pros and Cons of Silicone Breast Implants
Not all women are born with an ample bust line, and others find that the breasts lose volume or shape due to various life circumstances. In order to enhance the appearance of the bust line, many women turn to breast augmentation, which improves breast size and shape through the placement of breast implants. Before undergoing breast augmentation, patients must carefully consider the look and feel that they desire for their breasts. There are many decisions to be made regarding surgery, and Dr. Darrell...Read More
Ideal Candidates Can Rejuvenate Their Appearance with Facelift Surgery
As we age, it’s common to begin to look older than we feel. Facelift surgery can rejuvenate your appearance and reduce the signs of aging. If wrinkles and sagging skin are causing you grief, you may be a candidate for facelift surgery.
Facelift Surgery CandidatesFacelift surgery can help reverse years of aging, creating a more youthful, refreshed appearance. Candidates can generally fall between 40 and 70 years old, however, facelifts surgery may be performed on younger or older patients....Read More
Improve the Shape of Your Body with Abdominal Liposuction
If you constantly cover up at the pool, dress in dark clothing, and conceal your stomach under layers of clothing, belly fat may be affecting your confidence. Whether you have “baby weight” leftover from pregnancy or you’ve always been round across the middle, extra fat in the abdominal area can negatively affect your well-being and appearance. If you’ve tried diet and exercise, but you’ve seen no results, perhaps you should think about professional assistance with weight loss. Consider reshaping...Read More
Choosing the Right Breast Implant Size: Why It Matters
There are so many choices to consider when it comes to enhancing your overall appearance. When it comes to plastic surgery, even those little decisions wind up meaning a lot. This is why Dr. Darrell Perkins takes extra care in the planning phases of every surgery. This careful attention means that patients throughout the greater Kogarah and Sydney area are able to achieve excellent surgical results that look exceptional.
This level of planning is especially important when it comes to enhancing the...Read More
Achieve a More Youthful Appearance with the Short Scar Facelift Technique
Facelifts, like all medical treatment, are constantly evolving and improving. At our Sydney practice, we are proud to offer the short scar or limited incision facelift, an innovative technique that can give you a much younger appearance with smaller incisions and shorter recovery time. If you are looking to address the area around your cheeks and jowls, this state-of-the-art procedure may be the right one for you.
The Incision PatternThe short scar facelift, also known as the MACS-lift (Minimal...Read More