Preparing Your Body for Body Contouring Surgery After Massive Weight Loss: What I Check Before I Operate

Written by Dr Rohit Kumar, Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon (FRACS). Consulting at Westmead, Penrith and Orange NSW. Most articles about body contouring after weight loss talk about the operations: what a body lift does, how an abdominoplasty differs from a circumferential lipectomy, what the scars look like. Those are important. But in my experience, … Read more

The Preserve Technique Arrives in Australia: A Tissue-Preserving Approach to Breast Augmentation

If you’ve been researching breast augmentation recently, you may have come across the term “Preserve” (Preservé), particularly on social media, where it has attracted significant attention overseas. The technique has now arrived in Australia, alongside the introduction of the latest generation of Motiva implants, and I’ve recently completed formal training in it. Because much of … Read more

Innovations in Plastic Surgery: What’s New in 2026

Plastic surgery continues to evolve every year, with 2026 shaping up to be one of the most significant years for new technology. These developments focus on aligning with current safety guidelines, although all surgical procedures carry risks. Unlike marketing-driven “trends,” these innovations focus on improving surgical accuracy, patient education, and post-operative recovery. Below is a … Read more

Post-Pregnancy Body: What Options You Have

Pregnancy is a significant physical experience that brings noticeable and lasting changes to the body. For many women, these changes include stretched abdominal muscles, loose skin, changes to breast volume or position, and stubborn areas of fat that do not respond to diet and exercise. Post pregnancy body surgery refers to a range of surgical … Read more

Arm & Thigh Lifts After Massive Weight Loss: What to Expect

Significant weight loss, whether through bariatric surgery or lifestyle change, is a major achievement. However, many people are left with excess skin after weight loss, especially on the arms and thighs. This skin may hang, fold, or cause discomfort, making daily activities and clothing choices difficult. Arm lift (brachioplasty) and thigh lift surgery can address … Read more

Body Lift vs Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck): Understanding the Differences

Choosing between a body lift and an abdominoplasty (commonly referred to as a “tummy tuck”) can be confusing, particularly for patients who have experienced significant weight loss, pregnancy-related changes, or long-term skin laxity. While both procedures can address excess skin and improve contour, they are designed to treat different areas of the body and involve … Read more