Peninsula Plastic Surgery – Dr. Warwick Harper MB BS FRACS – 02 99 77 2286

Body Contouring, Liposuction, Tummy Tuck ( Abdominoplasty) for Sydney and Beyond

At Peninsula Plastic Surgery we provide a full range of body contouring enhancements, including a variety of lift procedures , liposuction and tummy tuck ( abdominoplasty) to our patients from throughout Sydney and surrounding areas. Our plastic surgeon, Warwick Harper has extensive experience performing body contouring procedures and achieves excellent results that can dramatically improve the appearance of the figure. Read on to learn more about the procedures we offer:

Liposuction

Liposuction, or suction lipectomy, is an effective fat removal technique that reduces unwanted fat deposits from specific areas of the body, most often the abdomen, lower back, thighs, buttocks, hips, and upper arms. Advancements in liposuction methods and equipment now make it possible for fat to be removed from the inner-knee, along with the ankles, neck, and below the chin with smooth, natural looking results. We do not recommend liposuction as a substitute for weight loss; liposuction is best used as a method of removing localized fat that does not respond to dieting and exercise.

During the liposuction procedure, Dr. Harper makes tiny incisions around the area to be sculpted and then inserts a long, slender liposuction instrument (called a cannula) through the small openings. With a back and forth motion of the cannula, the appropriate amount of fat cells are broken down beneath the skin and removed with suction. Because Dr. Harper has many years of experience performing liposuction, he is able to achieve outstanding results for his patients from throughout Sydney , Australia and beyond. Contact Peninsula Plastic Surgery today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Harper or for further information about liposuction offered at our North Sydney , Dee Why, Norwa or Manly offices.

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

Tummy tuck, also called abdominoplasty, is a specialized contouring procedure for enhancing the appearance of the midsection. Through the removal of excess skin and fat from around the abdomen, smoothing of the skin and tightening of the abdominal muscles, abdominoplasty can dramatically reduce the appearance of a drooping or protruding belly . Tummy tuck is an ideal procedure for women seeking to flatten their abdomen after pregnancy or men and women who would like to attain a more toned, slender midsection.

To perfect the results achieved with tummy tuck, Dr. Harper uses liposuction techniques during the procedure for additional sculpting and providing a tighter, smoother appearance. Additionally, Dr. Harper secures the tightened abdominal muscles with carefully placed sutures. Results of abdominoplasty can be maintained long into the future by following a healthy regimen of diet and exercise. If you would like to schedule a consultation with Dr. Harper or are interested in learning more about tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) contact our Sydney-area practice today; we have four offices throughout Sydney and in the surrounding areas.

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Lift Procedures

We offer a wide variety of body contouring and lift procedures to help you achieve the smooth, lean figure you desire. Whether you want to target specific areas of your body, or improve your overall shape, we can provide you with an option or combination of options that will suit your unique needs:

Full Body Enhancement

Whether performed alone or in conjunction with other cosmetic lift procedures to fine tune results, body lift surgery is designed to help patients achieve total body enhancement.

Body Lift Surgery

Full-body lift is ideal for men and women who have lost a considerable amount of weight through diet, exercise or weight loss (bariatric) surgery and are left with areas of drooping skin and fat. This procedure focuses on tightening the skin between the ribs and the upper portion of the knee, as well as around the abdomen from the front to the back.

The Body Lift Procedure

Body lift surgery is performed under general anesthesia and takes approximately five to seven hours. During body lift, Dr. Harper smoothes out skin flaps, cellulite, and bulges around the entire circumference of the abdomen, as well as those along the entire area of the hips, thighs, and buttocks, removing excess portions of residual skin and fat. Dr. Harper also performs extensive liposuction in conjunction with the lift procedure to further refine contours and provide additional skin tightening effects. Once the procedure is complete, a trim, taut, terrific abdomen is revealed, complimented by slender thighs, perkier buttocks, and a lean lower back area.

Recovery after Body Lift

Due to the extensive nature of the surgery, a two day stay in the hospital is required after the procedure is completed. Most body lift patients are up and walking around well by six to seven days after surgery, driving at ten days, and back to work after two weeks.

Why Choose Dr. Harper for Body Lift Surgery?

Dr. Harper performed his first body lift surgery in 1984, before most plastic surgeons had even heard of the procedure. Since then, Dr. Harper has performed over 150 body lift surgeries, giving him the experience and expertise to consistently achieve outstanding results for his patients. To view before and after photos of body lift patients from Peninsula Plastic Surgery please visit our cosmetic photo gallery.

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Lower Body Enhancement

The buttocks, hips, and thighs are notoriously difficult areas to keep trim and smooth as we age. Through targeted lift procedures, Dr. Harper can help improve the contours of the lower body, giving you the sleek, lean, lifted contours you desire.

Thigh Lift – Inner Thigh Reduction

For patients seeking to improve the contours of the thighs, Dr. Harper offers thigh lift surgery. During the thigh lift procedure, Dr. Harper first removes fatty bulges through liposuction, then smoothes and tightens the skin of the upper leg, removing the remainder. The location of the incisions depends on the areas of the thighs needing enhancement; in each case, Dr. Harper attempts to keep any post-surgical scarring as minimal as possible. Patients of our Sydney area-practice who have undergone thigh lift are impressed with the toned, slender appearance they were able to achieve with the help of Dr. Harper.

Buttocks Lift

Aging and dramatic weight loss can cause the buttocks and hips to droop and lose their firm, shapely contours. For individuals seeking to elevate the buttocks and restore their youthful curves, Dr. Harper offers buttocks lift surgery. During the procedure, Dr. Harper makes an incision around the abdomen, below the belt line, through which he removes fat with liposuction, lifts the lower body and snips away excess skin. After surgery, the contours of the hips and buttocks appear firmer, more symmetrical, elevated, and proportionate.

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Arm and Shoulder Enhancement

As we age, gain weight, and lose weight, the arm and shoulder areas can begin to take on an undesirable appearance. Whether drooping skin, excess fat, or a combination of both is keeping you from enjoying your figure and having beautiful arms, Dr. Harper can help.

Arm Lift Procedures – Brachioplasty

Due to loss of skin elasticity, weight gain or weight loss, the upper arms can begin to droop causing a loose, unstructured appearance. For tightening and slimming of the upper arm area, Dr. Harper offers arm lift surgery (also called brachioplasty). This procedure results in a much smoother, firmer appearance to the arms.

Patients mainly have three complaints when they come to our office for an arm lift consultation:

Through reduction, reshaping, and lift of the upper arm and shoulder areas, a more desirable contour can be achieved, creating slender, more proportionate arms with natural looking results. All procedures are painless and uncomplicated, and performed under general anesthetic at the Day Surgery Center in Manly. Between the third and first post-operative days, patients feel well enough to walk around.

Slimming 'Fatty' Arms

Liposuction can be used to reduce the overall circumference of the arm or to smooth pockets of stubborn fat. In nearly all arm enhancement procedures, Dr. Harper utilizes liposuction to remove and re-contour fatty tissue along the upper arm and shoulder area.

Eliminating 'Bat Wings' and Creating More Youthful Looking Arms

If excess skin or a combination of excess skin and fat is the problem, Dr. Harper will perform brachioplasty surgery. During this procedure, an incision will be made along the inner portion of the upper arm. Through this incision, Dr. Harper evenly removes excess fat using liposuction, tightens skin, and snips any residual skin. After the procedure is complete and the area has healed, arm lift patients are extremely pleased with the toned, natural looking results they have achieved.

For further information about the body contouring lift procedures that we offer or to schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Harper contact our cosmetic surgery practice today.

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Axillary Hyperhidrosis – "Sweaty and Smelly Armpits"

Due to overactivity of apocrine sweat glands in armpits. Sudden onset of excessive sweating at any time, not related to exercise or heat. Unable to be controlled by antiperspirants.

Treatment: Surgery, under general anaesthetic, 1 ½ hours, day only procedure.

Technique: “Scandanavian” with removal of multiple and enlarged sweat glands by avulsion via a small stab incision either end of axilla, introducing a sharp uterine currette the glands are removed from underneath the skin.

Post Operative: Minimal discomfort, 2 days will well mobilised. Dressings removed/ shower 4th day.

Results excellent – dry armpit, also little hair growth. 1% small recurrence - needs further surgery LA.

Costs: Covered by Medicare and Fund, with small gap fee.

Call the staff at Manly about any queries and costs 9977 1275.



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Contact Peninsula Plastic Surgery – Locations in North Sydney , Manly, Dee Why and Norwa

For liposuction, abdominoplasty ( tummy tuck), and cosmetic lift procedures in Sydney and the surrounding areas, contact Peninsula Plastic Surgery. We invite you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Harper to explore your body contouring options.

Learn more about the other cosmetic procedures we offer at Peninsula Plastic Surgery including eyelid surgery, Wrinkle Eliminating Injections, breast augmentation and advanced skin rejuvenation treatments.

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Contact us for more information about body lift procedures, tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and liposuction in and around Sydney. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Warwick Harper today.






Peninsula Plastic Surgery
7 West Promenade
Manly NSW, Australia 2095

Phone: (02)9977 1275
Fax: (02)9976 2802

infowharper@
ppsurgery.com.au