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Post-op complications: how common are they and what happens if you get one?
May 23, 2024
May 23, 2024
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Post-op complications: how common are they and what happens if you get one?

Complications do happen, even with the very best techniques and protocols. So how do we deal with that?

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2 minute reads: is explant surgery covered by medicare, or insurance?
April 9, 2024
April 8, 2024
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

2 minute reads: is explant surgery covered by medicare, or insurance?

Medicare and private insurance rebates do apply to Explant surgery.

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Is there a point to having a breast lift if you're thinking of having more children?
April 2, 2024
April 2, 2024
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Is there a point to having a breast lift if you're thinking of having more children?

You can still get a great result from a mastopexy, even if you end up having more children.

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2023 in review - what we've been talking about over the last 12 months
January 10, 2024
January 9, 2024
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

2023 in review - what we've been talking about over the last 12 months

A recap of the topics I've covered in the last 12 months. Choose your own adventure!

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Galaflex (P4HB) mesh in the breast - what and why.
December 24, 2023
November 6, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Galaflex (P4HB) mesh in the breast - what and why.

Galaflex is a dissolving mesh that can be used in breast surgery to support and control the breast tissues and breast implants over time.

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Breast Implant revision surgery & why "downsizing" matters
December 24, 2023
September 10, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Breast Implant revision surgery & why "downsizing" matters

Implant revision surgery is all about re-establishing control of the breast shape and the implant position. We normally recommend a smaller implant to achieve this goal.

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Predictability in breast surgery: are breast implants more "predictable" than fat grafting?
July 31, 2023
July 31, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Predictability in breast surgery: are breast implants more "predictable" than fat grafting?

Breast implant surgery and fat transfer are very different procedures and direct comparisons are often not helpful.

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Drains....and why I don't use them.
October 18, 2024
May 16, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Drains....and why I don't use them.

Drains are not required for most breast surgery operations including explant. So why do so many surgeons persist in using them?

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How do you know what size you'll be after a breast reduction?
May 4, 2023
May 3, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

How do you know what size you'll be after a breast reduction?

What cup size you will be after breast reduction surgery is a question without a simple answer. How do we measure breast size, and how do we know what the impact of breast reduction surgery will be?

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The internal bra: buzzword, brilliance or bulls**t?
February 7, 2024
March 31, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

The internal bra: buzzword, brilliance or bulls**t?

The "internal bra" is a common term used on social media and plastic surgery websites, but what does it mean and why does it matter?

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What do young women need to know about breast reduction?
March 9, 2023
March 9, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

What do young women need to know about breast reduction?

Breast reduction surgery is increasingly common for young women. Whilst it can be life changing surgery, there are a number of issues that warrant careful consideration before having a breast reduction.

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We need to talk about "dual-plane".
July 26, 2023
March 7, 2022
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

We need to talk about "dual-plane".

Dual-plane breast implant placement is a technique associated with many long term problems which deserve closer scrutiny.

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Fat transfer to the breast – is anyone really an expert?
January 8, 2023
October 11, 2020
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Fat transfer to the breast – is anyone really an expert?

Interesting thing recently. All of a sudden, fat transfer (also referred to as fat grafting or lipofilling) to the breast has become a fairly common...

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Breast Implant Revision Surgery – does Medicare or my health insurance cover Breast implant replacement?
April 8, 2024
August 31, 2020
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Breast Implant Revision Surgery – does Medicare or my health insurance cover Breast implant replacement?

Health insurance does NOT (and shouldn’t be expected to) cover the cost of putting new cosmetic implants back in. Revision surgery is always self-funded.

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Breast implant illness – myth or monster?
October 27, 2024
April 30, 2019
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Breast implant illness – myth or monster?

Breast implant illness – it seems to pop up everywhere at the moment. I see newspaper articles and endless social media posts, patients are asking...

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ALCL data
January 8, 2023
October 12, 2016
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

ALCL data

The most up-to-date data on ALCL has been presented...

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