The Newsletter
of the Cosmetic and Restorative Surgery Clinic
Volume 1 Number
3: Summer 1999
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Beauty consultant Dita Marashi is 27 years
old and chose the CRSC to do her breast implants. Now she tells you about
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Breast Lifting - The Brazilian Technique
Latest method from Rio de Janeiro is a breakthrough. |
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Dr Hodgkinson talks to you about those hard-to-shift fat deposits - and
what to do about them!
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Chinese Meridian Theory shows the way to health (Part III) by Dr Jennifer
Hunter
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Our KPT Aura Laser just vaporises them away! |
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Procedures now available from Dr Hunter in-house
at the Double Bay Day Surgery |
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Dr H's charitable medical mission this year
is off soon. And you can help too. |
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"I
had doubts and fears. Now I only wish I'd done it years ago..."
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Beauty industry executive
Dita Marashi chose CRSC for her breast augmentation, and tells you about
it!
My name is Dita Marashi.
I'm 27 years old and have just completed my long awaited breast implant
operation to enlarge my breasts from a size smaller than a 10A bra up
to the marvellous full B cup that I had long wanted.
"For many
years I'd wanted my breasts to be bigger, firmer and more shapely. But
there had always been one thing holding me back..."
For many years I'd
wanted my breasts to be bigger, firmer and more shapely. But there had
always been one thing holding me back from making the final decision and
that was fear.
Looking back on it now, I realise whatever I'd read in magazines or seen
on television was always telling me about the negative aspects of the
procedure and not the positive side. As I intended to have kids in the
future I kept asking myself what about breast feeding and what if this
happens and what about if that happens. I just had all these doubts and
fears going through my mind. There was no room for any positive thoughts!
I'm very health conscious and train at the gym four to five times a week
as I work in the beauty industry and manage and coordinate an exclusive
salon in the city.
First impressions
important
I'm the first contact
the public/customer has before deciding to have a beauty consultation
with our company. First impressions are very, very important in this type
of industry. When a few of my friends and close customers had their breast
surgery done, their comments were quite positive. After they showed me
the finished product, I was astonished not only by the fantastic transformation
of their breasts, but also their change of attitude. They were a lot more
confident in their walk, talk and general work behaviour and above all,
raved about the benefits to their social life. During many discussions
with each of them on different occasions after I told them I'd always
been considering this type of operation, the only thing they kept saying
to me was "you will wish you'd done it years ago" - and believe me, it
is true.
No obligation
consultation
So, with this in
mind, I set out to explore my options. I made my mind up to have a "no
obligation" consultation with Dr. Darryl Hodgkinson; he'd been recommended
to me by my friends who praised his work and his first class staff and
facilities.
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When I walked in,
there were still doubts and the fear of pain in the back of my mind. I
think I asked every single question in history about the operation, procedures,
Dr. Hodgkinson's record, the facility and staff! I had to know in my mind
that I was not only going to be in good hands, but that the operation
itself was going to be a success. After my consultation, I knew it was
for me; I made my surgery appointment immediately.
"They, and
that means all the staff, treated me like family..."
My breast operation
was a 100% fantastic success. I must begin by saying that the staff at
Dr. Hodgkinson's Clinic was the most professional I have seen or heard
of ever. They, and that means all the staff, treated me like family -
that's the only word that comes close. I felt like family.The staff advised
me about everything and helped me endlessly before, during and after my
surgery, especially after. I harassed them from my home by phone every
five minutes and not once did they push me aside. The staff erased all
my fear and pain and as I was told I would, I now say "I wish I'd done
it years ago".
Born with this
talent
As for Dr. Hodgkinson,
I trusted him and put my decision for breast surgery - which I have to
live with for the rest of my life - in his hands. I wouldn't let the money
issue even come into this as it is a lifetime decision. I have no hesitation
whatsoever in saying that he hasn't just studied and practised to be this
skilled, he has been born with this talent to perform breast operations
that changes people's lives for the better. I'm very, very proud of my
new breasts and will never look back and the best thing is without any
scars to show for it!
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A Letter from
Dr Hodgkinson
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Breast Lifting -
The Brazilian Technique
I recently made a
two-week visit to Brazil, working with Dr. Joao Carlos Sampaio Goes M.D.
Ph.D, on minimal incisional breast lifting.
The problem with a woman's breasts, if she has had several pregnancies,
is significant drooping of the breast tissues and a stretching out of
the skin envelope or the skin brassiere; the breasts have a 'sad look'
referred to as 'droop' by the patients.
The 'droop' of the breasts is the result of the misshapen, shrunken breast
tissue and the excess skin. The nipple points downward towards the floor.
This constitutes a very aged and distressing shape which cannot be rectified
by the insertion of a breast implant. If a breast implant alone is used,
the breasts will be even more distorted, large and unattractive.
Working with Dr. Goes in Brazil was a marvellous opportunity. It was a
great privilege to be shown the finer points of this technique as performed
by Dr. Goes. I believe the trend is away from the traditional operation
with the 'anchor' type scar. In my opinion, patients will not accept the
excessive scarring of breast lifting from the traditional operation, nor
should they. Instead, once informed, patients will choose the periareolar
Bennelli
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or, as I now call
it, the Brazilian Goes technique for lifting the breasts.
The procedure of breast lifting can be carried out as an outpatient procedure
and we are performing these procedures on-site at the Double Bay Day Surgery.
Sincerely yours,
Dr Darryl J. Hodgkinson
M.B. MS. (Hons) F.R.C.S.(C) F.A.C.S.
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Dr Hodgkinson answers
your questions
Q: Why are the fat deposits
on my hips, thighs and waist so hard to budge, even though I am exercising
and have a sensible diet?
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A:
Many women gain weight on their hips and thighs during their teenage years.
Often this is of a genetic predisposition. The main contributors to later
fat deposition, however, are hormonal changes in a woman, such as pregnancies,
menopause or hormone replacement therapy.
We encourage patients to have a healthy diet and regular exercise, but
this is not sufficient for many patients. Treatment options include liposculpture
either with a traditional procedure or the newer ultrasonic method, or
sometimes other surgical procedures such as a tummy tuck, or a thigh or
body lift.
For dietary advice and consultation regarding fat excess, why not consult
our in-house physician, Dr Jennifer Hunter or Dr Hodgkinson himself? They
will suggest a treatment program and possible surgical options for your
particular problem.
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Got those post-holiday
veins?
After having time
in the summer sun as well as a few extra glasses of champagne, spider
veins to the face become more prevalent. There is no need to go into winter
with those tell-tale lines on your face, whether they be on and around
your nose or on your cheeks and chin.
After treatment
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Before treatment
The KTP Aura laser
vaporises the veins away in a treatment that takes only 30 minutes and
requires no anaesthesia! If you want to be rid of those purple lines on
your face, call the surgery for more information or for your appointment.
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Sclerotherapy
banishes disfiguring leg veins
Dr Hunter operates the KPT laser
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Dr Hunter is now offering
sclerotherapy. Most varicose leg veins can be simply and safely eradicated
by injecting an irritant solution into the vein. The vein then seals itself
closed. This stops the back flow and stagnation of venous blood in the
legs. Associated symptoms such as heavy aching legs, cramps, ankle swelling
and leg ulcers are resolved. There is no time off work. You may need 3
to 8 sclerotherapy sessions to treat the problem. If you would like to
get rid of those unsightly leg veins then make an appointment to see Dr
Hunter for an assessment.
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Operation Restore
Hope's
1999 Mission largest ever
 
Before and after an Operation Restore Hope operation
Operation
Restore Hope's 1999 mission scheduled to leave for the Philippines at
the end of February will be the charity's largest mission ever. Dr. Hodgkinson's
team includes four plastic surgeons, three Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons,
an Otolaryngological surgeon, four Anaesthetists, a Paediactric Intensivist,
six Nurses and a Biomedical Engineer.
Fifteen of the team members come from Australia but we are also lucky
to have two surgeons from Japan, a surgeon from Singapore, one from Germany
and one from the United States.
As always, the team has to take every piece of equipment and every single
supply right down to sutures and gloves. The logistics are always incredible
and the planning to ensure the team's success began months ago.
Donations of time, supplies and equipment have begun to arrive in earnest
as we grow closer to our departure date for this year but more help is
always needed.
If
you can help, please phone Katherine Hassler or Kim Castrey on (02) 9362 7400 or you may send a cheque payable to Operation Restore Hope to P.
O. Box 1185, Double Bay 1360.
(Note: Operation Restore Hope is a registered charity which puts 100%
of all donations into the mission - all administrative supplies and costs
are donated.)
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Holistic Wellness:
It's all in the face (Pt III)
by Dr Jennifer Hunter
B.Med; MScPH. D.L.S.H.T.M.
For a thousand years,
Chinese doctors, herbalists and acupuncturists have observed the correlations
between certain facial features and our internal health. They use Meridian
theory to understand the health of the whole person - body, mind and soul.
There are 14 Meridians and each has a separate function. This is the third
of a series of five articles where I will review the face diagnosis of
two of the ten main Meridians.
If we have a problem in an area, what do all those wrinkles, sags and
blemishes mean?
The Kidney Meridian
The main facial features
can be seen underneath the eyes. Dark rings and baggy eyes are common
examples. The Chinese say that the size and positioning of the ears correlates
to the kidney organ and (continued p.4 col 1) Meridian functions. This
Meridian governs the kidney organ, adrenal glands, ovaries, testes, hair,
teeth, bones and hearing. It provides us with a will to live and work.
Problems with the Meridian may result in kidney disease, poor hearing,
greying and thinning hair, osteoporosis, fear and stress, lower back pain
and difficulty getting out of bed in the morning.
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The Urinary Bladder
Meridian
The main facial features
include wrinkles across the forehead and loose skin under the chin. Balding
on the top of the scalp is a common feature in men. This Meridian governs
the urinary bladder, the autonomic nervous system and the spine. It provides
us with a sense of groundedness and support. A poorly functioning Meridian
may result in bladder symptoms, cystitis, frontal headaches and sciatica.
Emotionally, the person may feel insecure, unsupported and may have a
tendency to martyr themselves.
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