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Plastic Surgery Ideas and Opinions:
Dr Campbell-Lloyd's personal blog.

BII and capsulectomy: distinct issues that deserve separate discussions
November 15, 2023
November 15, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

BII and capsulectomy: distinct issues that deserve separate discussions

We owe our patients the right to choose an explant, just as they would choose another aesthetic procedure. We then own them a duty to perform that procedure to the best of our ability, with the same expectations as they might have of any other aesthetic procedure.

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Galaflex (P4HB) mesh in the breast - what and why.
November 15, 2023
November 6, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Galaflex (P4HB) mesh in the breast - what and why.

Galaflex is a dissolving mesh that can be used in breast surgery to support and control the breast tissues and breast implants over time.

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Breast Implant revision surgery & why "downsizing" matters
October 22, 2023
September 10, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Breast Implant revision surgery & why "downsizing" matters

Implant revision surgery is all about re-establishing control of the breast shape and the implant position. We normally recommend a smaller implant to achieve this goal.

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Can explant surgery be done whilst breastfeeding?
September 6, 2023
September 6, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Can explant surgery be done whilst breastfeeding?

Can breast implant removal be performed safely whilst breastfeeding? Will the outcomes be the same, or worse?

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Predictability in breast surgery: are breast implants more "predictable" than fat grafting?
July 31, 2023
July 31, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Predictability in breast surgery: are breast implants more "predictable" than fat grafting?

Breast implant surgery and fat transfer are very different procedures and direct comparisons are often not helpful.

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Why do breast implants cause pain?
September 5, 2023
June 19, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Why do breast implants cause pain?

Chronic discomfort and pain associated with breast implants is far more common than you think.

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Aesthetic expectations after explant surgery?
June 8, 2023
June 7, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Aesthetic expectations after explant surgery?

Most patients considering explant surgery are looking for an answer to just one question: What will I look like afterwards?

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Can fat graft totally reconstruct a breast?
May 23, 2023
May 22, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Can fat graft totally reconstruct a breast?

Fat grafting is a useful technique, but can it ever be used to completely reconstruct a breast after a mastectomy for cancer?

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Drains....and why I don't use them.
August 2, 2023
May 16, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Drains....and why I don't use them.

Drains are not required for most breast surgery operations including explant. So why do so many surgeons persist in using them?

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How do you know what size you'll be after a breast reduction?
May 4, 2023
May 3, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

How do you know what size you'll be after a breast reduction?

What cup size you will be after breast reduction surgery is a question without a simple answer. How do we measure breast size, and how do we know what the impact of breast reduction surgery will be?

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Explant-related harm is increasing
May 4, 2023
April 30, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Explant-related harm is increasing

Explant-related harm seems to be increasing as opportunistic surgeons hunt out new "commercial opportunities".

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The internal bra: buzzword, brilliance or bulls**t?
April 8, 2023
March 31, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

The internal bra: buzzword, brilliance or bulls**t?

The "internal bra" is a common term used on social media and plastic surgery websites, but what does it mean and why does it matter?

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What do young women need to know about breast reduction?
March 9, 2023
March 9, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

What do young women need to know about breast reduction?

Breast reduction surgery is increasingly common for young women. Whilst it can be life changing surgery, there are a number of issues that warrant careful consideration before having a breast reduction.

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Ratings and Reviews in plastic surgery
February 6, 2023
February 6, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Ratings and Reviews in plastic surgery

Can you trust online reviews and ratings of plastic surgeons?

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Artificial Intelligence & Plastic Surgery
January 8, 2023
January 8, 2023
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Artificial Intelligence & Plastic Surgery

You can tell a lot by the "feel" of a surgeon's website or social media posts. Most people can tell when the stuff they read is authentic and when it is just marketing copy.

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Do Plastic Surgeons have an issue with "capsulectomy"?
April 2, 2023
September 4, 2022
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Do Plastic Surgeons have an issue with "capsulectomy"?

“En-bloc” is an incorrect term, but it is simply reflective of patients using the best words they have available to them to ask for what they want.

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Some thoughts about the recent '60 minutes' coverage of cosmetic surgery.
January 8, 2023
August 22, 2022
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Some thoughts about the recent '60 minutes' coverage of cosmetic surgery.

The 60-minutes expose of appalling practices in cosmetic clinics is essential viewing for any prospective patient.

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Why "sub-specialisation" matters.
January 8, 2023
May 17, 2022
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Why "sub-specialisation" matters.

Do you want your surgeon to be "super-specialised", or are you happy with a surgeon who will just "have a go"? The difference could mean everything.

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Framing Bias in breast reconstruction
January 8, 2023
April 2, 2022
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

Framing Bias in breast reconstruction

For better or worse, breast reconstruction choices are heavily influenced by the information presented to patients by their surgeons and nurses.

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We need to talk about "dual-plane".
July 26, 2023
March 7, 2022
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By Dr. Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

We need to talk about "dual-plane".

Dual-plane breast implant placement is a technique associated with many long term problems which deserve closer scrutiny.

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