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Breast Reduction Surgery: What you need to know

Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a surgery that Dr Safvat performs regularly in all three locations […]

Scar Revision: What to Expect

Scars are a natural part of the healing process after an injury or surgery, but they can sometimes be unsightly […]

Body Contouring Surgery Explained: Find the Right Procedure for Your Goals

Body contouring is a popular solution designed to reshape and tone areas of the body that may not respond to […]

What is Direct Excision Neck Lift?

Direct excision neck lift is a specialised procedure for removing excess skin and fat from the neck to create a […]

Skin Cancer Excision: The Procedure and What to Expect

Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in Australia (and indeed worldwide), with over a million […]

Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Surgery

Hand conditions can significantly impact daily life, making even simple tasks challenging. One such condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, where […]

Is a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) considered a cosmetic surgery?

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of excess skin and fat from the abdomen, as […]

Why Do I Need a Plastic Surgeon for Skin Cancer Removal?

Skin cancer removal should be performed by plastic surgeons who have specialised surgical expertise and understand skin aesthetics. There are several reasons why patients are choosing plastic surgeons for their skin cancer removal procedure.

The Role of Nutrition in Body Contouring: Foods to Eat and Avoid

Body contouring involves more than just a surgery – nutrition plays a pivotal role in body contouring, facilitating a healthy life. A balanced, nutrient-rich diet aids tissue repair, recovery, and overall well-being.

Dr Safvat – A Bowral Local

It has been just over a decade since Dr Safvat first started consulting and operating in Bowral and his practice […]

Blepharoplasty: A Comprehensive Guide to Eyelid Surgery and Its Benefits

Blepharoplasty, commonly known as eyelid surgery, is a popular cosmetic procedure aimed at rejuvenating the appearance of the eyelids. It […]

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck): An Overview of the Procedure, Benefits, and Considerations

Abdominoplasty, commonly referred to as a ‘tummy tuck’, is a surgical procedure designed to improve the appearance and contour of […]

Dr André Safvat talks about keratinocyte (non-melanoma) skin cancer

  Dr André Safvat regularly educates GPs and specialists on a variety of Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic surgery topics. He […]

The Top Reasons Women Choose Breast Reduction Surgery

Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty is a popular procedure that women choose to alleviate various physical symptoms […]

The Cosmetic Surgery Crisis by Dr Andre Safvat

Late in November, the patients in Australia had a win as AHPRA finally decided to protect the title of “surgeon” […]

Anti-Ageing Tips

  Repeated and excessive sun exposure can play a major part in visible skin damage and ageing, because collagen and […]

Medicare win for mothers

The good news   As of 1 July 2022, a Medicare item number for performing abdominoplasty to treat post-partum rectus […]

Male cosmetic plastic surgery

Male cosmetic plastic surgery The modern man is more aware of how he looks than ever before, and is keener […]

Body Contouring after Massive Weight Loss

Body contouring is restoring the body to a more functional and aesthetic form after massive weight loss and is the […]

Plastic Surgeon vs Cosmetic Surgeon – What is the difference?

By Emma Browne, Practice Manager – Dr Andre Safvat Before working in the Plastic Surgery Specialty, I wasn’t really aware […]

The Winter Skin Blues

As winter approaches in Australia and we begin to experience colder, windier and drier weather, it’s important to re-evaluate your […]

Who Can Benefit from Liposuction?

Even the most disciplined of meal plans and targeted workout programs may not be able to eliminate those stubborn pockets of fat on our body. This is where the liposuction procedure can prove to be helpful in helping to trim, tone and get rid of areas of stubborn fat.

Common Questions about Breast Reconstruction (Mastectomy)

Only 1 out of 10 women in Australia have Breast Reconstruction after mastectomy, a much lower statistic than other countries […]

Plastic Surgery, The Journey

The term “Plastic” used for Plastic Surgery comes from the Greek word “Plastikos” which means: To mold, to create, to reconstruct, to […]

Can Breast Reduction Help Shoulder and Neck Pain

Many women with larger breasts undergo Breast Reduction Surgery not just to achieve smaller, more youthful breasts that are proportionate to their […]

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