Understanding Squamous Carcinoma What is squamous cell carcinoma? Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) which is often called squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common type of non-melanoma skin cancer. It is derived from cells within the epidermis that...

     Why Choose a Plastic Surgeon for Skin Cancer Removal?  Many non-plastic surgeons offer skin cancer surgery, but a lot of patients are not aware plastic surgeons do specialise in skin cancer management. There are many reasons why it is more beneficial to have skin...

Breast implant replacement Introduction Breast implant replacement (sometimes called breast implant revision) is a surgical procedure where old breast implants are removed and replaced with new breast implants. It is relatively common procedure performed by plastic...

Types of breast implants Introduction Breast implants are used to make the breasts larger, firmer and fuller. They are used to correct breast asymmetry and for reconstruction after a mastectomy due to cancer or other health conditions.  They are available in a variety...

Ruptured breast implant Introduction Rupture is a tear or hole in the outer shell of the breast implant. It is one of the risks of breast augmentation. A ruptured silicone implant, may not cause noticeable changes in the breast’s appearance, as it doesn’t deflate like...

What determines a good scar after plastic surgery? Even the most intelligent patients ask this preposterous question. When a full-thickness injury occurs to the skin or an incision is made, there is always a scar. The question should be, “Will I have a relatively...