 3D LIPOSCULPTURE Body contours are re-sculpted by removal of subcutaneous fat Performed under local anaesthetic and mild sedation in our own fully-equipped facility Commonly used on thighs, hips, bottom, tummy, arms, neck and ankles Works best for removing stubborn fat deposits which persist despite exercise and good diet Modern tumescent liposculpture technique has improved risk profile. Dr Prochazka will discuss surgical risks in detail at your first consultation Cost:Highly variable according to area and extent of treatment. An accurate quote cannot be given without personal assessment by the surgeon. Ring for your consultation Back To Top -> BREAST AUGMENTATION Implants are surgically placed under breast tissue to achieve a natural-looking augmentation We use textured, cohesive-gel silicone implants which are approved by the TGA Performed under general anaesthetic, or sedation with tumescent anaesthesia and sedation, in accredited day surgery facilities Implants can be placed above or below the chest muscle depending on the surgeon's recommendation Surgical risks will be discussed in detail at your first consultation Cost: Vary according to type of implant, general anaesthesia vs. sedation, etc. An accurate quote cannot be given without personal assessment by the surgeon. Ring for your consultation Back To Top -> X-LIFT™ Dr Prochazka's own technique for secure thread-based facial and neck lifting. "X-Vector" suture threads are placed in the subcutaneous "glide plane" of the face to grip and elevate the skin from underneath. X-Vector configuration features 2-stage tensioning and wide-area tissue loading. Cheeks, jowls and neck are the common placement sites for X-Vectors Procedure is performed entirely through tiny "keyhole" incisions. Any small scars can be hidden behind the ears or hairline Down-time is minimal. Swelling resolves in 3-5 days, mild bruising may take a little longer. Side-effect profile is very favourable compared with surgical facelift Cost: $4,500 (cheeks and jowls); $5,500 (cheeks, jowls and neck) Back To Top -> EYELID SURGERY Skin and underlying tissue of upper and/or lower eyelids is tightened and trimmed to reduce wrinkles and "eye-bags" Many different techniques are available - each is suited to a different clinical presentation Surgical scars are visible for a few weeks but rapidly fade to become unnoticeable Dramatic rejuvenation of whole face can be achieved with attention to this one area Procedure performed under light sedation and local anaesthetic in our fully-equipped facility Recovery: one to two weeks Surgical risks will be discussed in detail at your first consultation Cost: $3,000 (upper lids); $3,500 (lower lids); $4,500 (uppers and lowers); cost includes all facility fees and GST Medicare rebate may apply where upper lids intrude into visual field Back To Top -> DOUBLE-EYELID PROCEDURE Suitable for Asian patients with "single" upper eyelid fold - found in about 40% of Oriental Asian eyes A new, higher fold is created surgically, revealing the skin below the fold to create a "double-eyelid" appearance This can be achieved through an "open incision" or using a "closed-suture" technique Open technique is superior and longer-lasting but requires incision, leaving a very faint scar Closed technique requires no incision but results can fade with time, requiring another procedure Cost: $2,500 (closed technique); $3,000 (open technique) Back To Top -> NECK LIFT Suitable for droopy neck skin resulting in "double chin" and/or "turkey-gobbler deformity" Through small incisions, excess fat is removed via liposculpture; superficial neck muscle (platysma) is identified and tightened both centrally and laterally Severe skin excess will require excision, creating a longer scar behind the ears Results: angle between chin and neck is sharpened; jawline may be better defined; skin is tightened; excess fat is removed Can be combined with thread lifting to upper face for a more dramatic result Surgical risks are complex and will be discussed at time of your first consultation Cost: Neck liposuction $2,800; Liposuction and surgical lift $6,000 Back To Top -> LASER RESURFACING Erbium and/or carbon dioxide lasers are used, sometimes together Vaporises (ablates) the upper layer of skin, which then regrows Removes damaged outer layers and promotes natural collagen production and remodelling Suitable for sun damaged skin, spots, wrinkles, uneven texture, acne scarring Dressing required for 2 days. Time off work: about 10 days Transient side-effects: discomfort, crusting, swelling, itching Complications: many (although most are rare); requires thorough explanation by doctor Erbium laser suitable for neck, hands and arms, as well as finer areas around the eyes Cost: partial face from A$2,000 - full face from A$4,000 (erbium alone) or A$5,000 (two-laser procedure for greatest improvement) +/- GST Results: moderate to dramatic improvement in skin texture, improving over 12 months Back To Top -> FAT TRANSFER Patient's own fat cells are used as a dermal filler elsewhere on the body (usually the face) Fat tissue is injected under local anaesthetic with a multi-layer, micro droplet technique Suitable for scars, acne scars, lip enhancement, deep lines, wrinkles, furrows and to replace fat loss in cheeks Permanent: though initial top ups may be needed to achieve desired aesthetic fullness Cost:From $2,000 (+GST) Results: vary with the individual - mild to excellentimprovement usually achieved Back To Top -> HAIR RESTORATION Donor hair is the permanent rim hair at the back Single follicular unit grafting - micro skin grafts Minimal-discomfort procedure utilising light sedation and local anaesthesia Over 95% of grafts survive. We provide 10% extra to ensure optimal results Hair begins to grow in 4 months - is permanent Ultimate density dictated by the number of grafts Cost: from A$2,700 for 300 grafts to A$14,500 for 2000 grafts (GST incl); Medicare rebate applies in limited instances Results: excellent and can be enhanced by combining with medication New follicular grafting technique can improve poor results from previous hair transplants Back To Top -> |