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Smoking and Surgery: Impact of Smoking on your results

Posted on August 27, 2024by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas)

Smoking or Vaping nicotine before or after Plastic Surgery is a bad idea. Smoking restricts blood flow and impacts healing and has other widespread effects when you are recovering from surgery. Dr Carmen, like ALL Surgeons will require you to Stop smoking and Vaping for many weeks before and after surgery to minimise risks and
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Recovery after Post Pregnancy Surgery – Tips & Timeline after Breast & Tummy Surgery

Posted on July 28, 2024by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas)

A Post Pregnancy Surgery is certainly one of the most popular types of plastic surgery. Childbirth causes a lot of stress on the body. Therefore, it is advised to wait until your health and weight is stable prior to getting a post pregnancy surgery. This article offers top tips for recovery after this surgery
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Recovery after Arm Lift Surgery – How to get the best results

Posted on July 28, 2024by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas)

Tips for Recovery after Arm Lift Surgery Arm Lift Surgery or Brachioplasty is a cosmetic plastic surgery that tightens the muscles of the arm by removing excess skin and fat present on the arm giving it a contoured appearance. This article shares the best tips and ideas for healing and recovery after arm lift. After arm lift
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Arm Lift Surgery, Body Surgery, Recovery after Surgery

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Recovery after Labiaplasty Surgery – Timeline, Tips and Healing after Labia Surgery

Posted on July 27, 2024by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas)

Ultimate Guide to Recovery after Labiaplasty Surgery Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure that can help improve cosmetic and health concerns in the vaginal area. It involves reshaping and resizing the labia to improve contour while reducing any discomfort you might have. The procedure can reduce any pain you might be experiencing while having intercourse, wearing
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Body Surgery, Labiaplasty Surgery, Recovery after Surgery

Recovery after Breast Reduction Surgery

Posted on July 27, 2024by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas)

Planning to get breast reduction surgery? The breast reduction surgery itself takes about 3 to 4 hours. Your recovery phase however requires a lot more of your attention, time and dedication to get the best results. Now, that you have finally decided to get it done, here is some useful information about the recovery after
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Breast Reduction Surgery, Breast Surgery, Recovery after Surgery

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Recovery After Mastopexy – Breast Lift Surgery – Tips, Timeline and Healing

Posted on July 27, 2024by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas)

A Breast lift surgery, medically known as Mastopexy, is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries for women. It essentially makes your breasts look lifted and more shapely. It is ideal for women over 40’s, new mums, those with ptotic breasts and anyone who has lost a lot of weight. Dr Carmen Munteanu is
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Breast Surgery, Recovery after Surgery

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Ins & Outs of Skin Removal – Dr Carmen on the AWLS Podcast

Posted on July 27, 2024by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas)

Dr Carmen Munteanu explains the Ins and Outs of Skin Removal Surgery after Weight Loss on Episode 32 of the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast with Dr Jacquie Lewis B.H.Sc, Clinical Nutritionist and AWLS Podcaster. The Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast is the Home of all things related to the Bariatric Surgery Journey. Podcast Host
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Does Vaping Affect Cosmetic Surgery Results?

Posted on July 27, 2024by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas)

Negative Effects of Vaping before and after Plastic Surgery In recent years, vaping has gained popularity as an alternative to traditional cigarette smoking. While many people consider it a safer option, its impact on general health and the success of medical procedures, such as plastic surgery, remains a topic of concern. In this blog, we
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Tips to Reduce Scars after Your Tummy Tuck/ Abdominoplasty Procedure

Posted on July 27, 2024by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas)

How to Minimise Scars after Abdominoplasty An abdominoplasty is a complex procedure that leaves behind scars, just like any other surgical intervention. Considering the fact that the scars after tummy tuck-abdominoplasty could be quite large, many patients are interested in techniques to reduce scars after tummy tuck-abdominoplasty. In this blog we will discuss what a
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Body Surgery, Recovery after Surgery, Tummy Tuck

Why Does Bloating Occur after Plastic Surgery?

Posted on July 27, 2024by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas)

Causes and Solutions for Bloating after Plastic Surgery Undergoing plastic surgery is a decision that comes with much thought and consideration. However, it’s also important to consider the post-operative phase, which can bring about unexpected concerns. One such concern that isn’t often discussed but quite prevalent is post-surgery bloating. In this blog we will discuss
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