Keeping it Re.al Re. Plastic Surgery

Today we’re busting myths about breast reductions. If you’re a long time listener you might be thinking, "hey haven’t you done this before", but the myths, they keep on a coming so I promise you’ll learn something new.It’s a shorter episode today so enjoy our little quick fire call and response.If you like this episode, rate and subscribe and as always, let us know what you'd like us to cover next!Craving more? Here are the links to stay up to date with Re.Plastic Surgery:YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nhIWIhzy3OjjebQMiTerQ)Re. Girls Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/re.girls)Re.Plastic Surgery Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/re.plasticsurgerymelbourne)Re.Plastic Surgery Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/re.plasticsurgery/?hl=en)

To make sure we're all on the same page, today we’re defining the terms and concepts we use all the time on this podcast and other videos. If you’re a dedicated listener to the pod, don't worry this is still worth a listen – Richard and Kim go on a bunch of interesting tangents and digressions.We explain why we only use silicone implants, define medical terms like ptosis and grafts, and clarify why measurements don’t necessarily indicate impact when it comes to muscle separation. If you like this episode, rate and subscribe and as always, let us know what you'd like us to cover next!Craving more? Here are the links to stay up to date with Re.Plastic Surgery:YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nhIWIhzy3OjjebQMiTerQ)Re. Girls Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/re.girls)Re.Plastic Surgery Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/re.plasticsurgerymelbourne)Re.Plastic Surgery Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/re.plasticsurgery/?hl=en)

The cosmetic industry is rife with claims of miracle cures and devices that'll change your life. So today, I’ve brought in the experts to reveal what’s a gimmick and what’s a game changer. From laser liposuction, to deep plane face lifts and Ozempic, Kim and Richard reveal what's worth your time and what to avoid.Craving more? Here are the links to stay up to date with Re.Plastic Surgery:YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nhIWIhzy3OjjebQMiTerQ)Re. Girls Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/re.girls)Re.Plastic Surgery Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/re.plasticsurgerymelbourne)Re.Plastic Surgery Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/re.plasticsurgery/?hl=en)

Today, Richard and Kim explain all the different ways we minimise risk in surgery, both as surgeons and patients. We run through the safest way to prepare for your operation and debunk common misconceptions that may actually increase your risk.If you enjoy this episode, give us 5 stars wherever you’re listening and let us know what topics you’d like us to cover.Craving more? Here are the links to stay up to date with Re.Plastic Surgery:YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nhIWIhzy3OjjebQMiTerQ)Re. Girls Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/re.girls)Re.Plastic Surgery Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/re.plasticsurgerymelbourne)Re.Plastic Surgery Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/re.plasticsurgery/?hl=en)

This week, we're chatting about what plastic surgery looks like at different stages of life.Richard and Kim reveal the main differences between our typical patient demographics—both in types of surgery and patient attitudes—and maybe more importantly, their similarities. We discuss the pros and cons of having surgery earlier vs later in life and there’s a great story about a very agile 80 year old that should probably be a lesson to us all.Craving more? Here are the links to stay up to date with Re.Plastic Surgery:YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nhIWIhzy3OjjebQMiTerQ)Re. Girls Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/re.girls)Re.Plastic Surgery Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/re.plasticsurgerymelbourne)Re.Plastic Surgery Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/re.plasticsurgery/?hl=en)

Today, Kim and Richard chat about the psychology of postponing surgery. There are plenty of reasons patients delay surgery, from deep seated anxieties to unexpected pregnancies. We discuss the most common reasons and why sometimes, the surgeons need to postpone the operation on your behalf.Craving more? Here are the links to stay up to date with Re.Plastic Surgery:YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nhIWIhzy3OjjebQMiTerQ)Re. Girls Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/re.girls)Re.Plastic Surgery Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/re.plasticsurgerymelbourne)Re.Plastic Surgery Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/re.plasticsurgery/?hl=en)