VASER Liposuction Risks Surgery will involve administration of general anaesthetic agents The administration of general anaesthetic agents by, or under the direction and supervision of the surgeon(s) and the accompanying qualified anaesthetist. Liposuction involve certain risks and possibilities of complications The procedure will result in scar formation, as with all…
Recovering from Liposuction Below you will find all the necessary information to ensure that your recovery after liposuction surgery is as quick, comfortable, and successful as possible. Immediately after your surgery Anaesthetic As part of the liposuction process, Dr. Beldholm will inject a fluid containing local anaesthetic that minimises pain…
Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) Risks You will have a general anaesthetic The administration of general anaesthetic agents by, or under the direction and supervision of the surgeon(s) and the accompanying qualified anaesthetist. Brachioplasty involve certain risks and possibilities of Complications The procedure will result in scar formation, as with all surgery….
Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) Recovery Below you will find all the necessary information to ensure that your recovery after arm lift surgery is as quick, comfortable, and successful as possible. Immediately after your surgery Anaesthetic While you are still under general anaesthetic, Dr. Beldholm will administer local anaesthetic to minimise any…
Thigh lift (Thighplasty) Risks This operation is performed under a general anaesthetic. The administration of general anaesthetic agents by, or under the direction and supervision of the surgeon(s) and the accompanying qualified anaesthetist. Thigh lift involve certain risks and possibilities of complications The procedure will result in scar formation, as…
Post Op Information for Thigh lift (Thighplasty) Below you will find all the necessary information to ensure that your recovery after thigh lift surgery is as quick, comfortable, and successful as possible. Immediately after your surgery Anaesthetic While you are still under general anaesthetic, Dr. Beldholm will administer local anaesthetic…
What is the Percentage of Overweight Individuals Both Male & Female in Newcastle, Australia & Why? Introduction Obesity has become a global health concern in recent years, and Newcastle, Australia is no exception. With the rise in unhealthy lifestyles and sedentary behaviour, the percentage of overweight individuals in the city…
What is Recovery Like After a Mini Lipo-abdominoplasty? A mini tummy tuck removes loose skin on the lower abdomen only. It is great for some postpartum women and patients that have dropped a few kilos. As a limited procedure, it won’t repair abdominal muscle separation like a full tummy tuck….
Lipo-abdominoplasty Post Pregnancy If you are lucky to be a proud mum, you may notice some changes to your tummy caused by pregnancy. Many of these changes are normal, and you may not be concerned about them. Sometimes some changes cause Medial issues such as loose skin and muscle separation…
Great News! There’s a New Medicare Rebate for Mums with Muscle Separation After Pregnancy Nearly 60 percent of mums have abdominal muscle separation after pregnancy. Some of them have a tummy tuck to fix their separated muscles. Until now, postpartum women had to pay out of pocket for the surgery….
Operation Guide: What Happens During Inner Thigh Lift Surgery? Weight loss is a great accomplishment. However, many people have loose thigh skin after weight loss. There may be stubborn knee and thigh fat as well. This article explains how a vertical thigh lift operation surgically tightens the inner thighs. You’ll…
Operation Guide: What Happens During a Fleur-de-lis Tummy Tuck Surgery? If you’ve lost massive weight through surgery or exercise, a standard tummy tuck may not be enough to remove excess skin on your abdomen. When you have a lot of loose skin on your midsection, Dr Bernard Beldholm may recommend…
Operation Guide: Auto Augmentation Mastopexy and Brachioplasty Surgery Many women are bothered by lax skin after weight loss. Most patients want to fix loose abdominal skin first. However, not everyone is concerned about excess tummy skin. For some women, it is really saggy breasts, droopy nipples and excess arm skin…
Operation Guide: Belt Lipectomy Surgery Without Liposuction After massive weight loss, you may have loose skin 360 degrees around your abdomen. A belt lipectomy is a skin-tightening operation that removes loose skin all the way around your waistline. It lifts and firms your tummy, sides, lower back, mons, buttocks and…
Operation Guide: Lift a Sagging Buttocks After Weight Loss Many people have a sagging buttocks after weight loss. A saggy bum can’t be fixed with diet and exercise when there is a lot of excess skin; a buttock lift may be needed to lift your bum. In this article, Dr…
Operation Guide: Belt Lipectomy Surgery After Weight Loss After massive weight loss, it’s normal to have loose skin. Sure, your tummy may have skin folds…but what if you have looseness on your hips, lower back and buttocks, too? A belt lipectomy is a 360-degree surgery that tightens loose skin on…
Operation Guide: Lipo-abdominoplasty Surgery Many people have loose skin on their tummy after weight loss or pregnancy. Perhaps your excess skin is not obvious when you lie down, but it is while standing. Some clothing styles may draw unwanted attention to skin folds, fat bulges or separated muscles on your... 
Operation Guide: What Happens During Brachioplasty Surgery? An arm lift may be an option if you have sagging arm skin after weight loss or pregnancy. This article is a step-by-step guide to help you understand how arm lift surgery works. Also known as brachioplasty, an arm lift creates tighter upper…
How Soon After Pregnancy can I get Abdominoplasty Surgery? Your body needs time to heal Pregnancy is a major life event. It’s tough on your body. If you had a c-section, the recovery is even harder. A c-section is considered a major surgery. After giving birth by any means, your…
Should I have Liposuction, a Tummy Tuck, or Both? Many patients aren’t sure if they need liposuction or a tummy tuck. One removes fat; the other tightens loose skin. Deciding to have liposuction, a tummy tuck, or both depends on how much loose skin and fat you have, age, and…
Can I get a Tummy Tuck with a Vertical Incision Instead of Horizontal? A great tummy tuck surgeon knows how to hide scars. Most tummy tuck scars are neatly hidden where you can’t see them. A horizontal scar is usually made on the lower abdomen. While that is standard, there…
Top 12 Concerns Women Have About their Tummy After Pregnancy and How to Treat it Many new mothers can relate to this woman’s story: ”I’ve been considering cosmetic surgery for the past five to six years after realising that my mummy pouch was determined to stay, regardless of diet and…
Can I Get a Abdominoplasty with Liposuction at the Same Time? To get the most out of tummy tuck surgery, many patients benefit from a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) with liposuction. While not everyone needs lipo, adding it to the procedure helps remove fat. Yet some surgeons are still hesitant to…
How Long do I Have to Stay in the Hospital After Tummy Tuck Surgery? Some surgeons may release you the same day (we’ll discuss why this isn’t a great idea later), while others may send you home the next day or five days later. What gives? This article will help…
Do You Still Have Loose Skin Two Years After Pregnancy? Here’s What You Can Do About It Loose skin after pregnancy can leave a woman feeling frustrated with her body. But it’s not all bad news. Skin retracts on its own after giving birth to an extent. Some women bounce…
How Long does abdominoplasty Surgery Take? If you’re wondering how much a tummy tuck costs, it pays to understand factors that affect pricing. Time spent in the operating room has a big impact on tummy tuck pricing. With so many different kinds of tummy tucks, operation times vary considerably. Keep…
Can I Get Pregnant After a Tummy Tuck? Getting your body back after baby is at the top of many new mum’s wishlist. A tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) leaves the tummy flat, firm, and smooth similar to your pre-baby body. But what happens if you get pregnant after a tummy…
Is Abdominoplasty Major Surgery? After pregnancy or weight loss, you may be thinking of a tummy tuck to get rid of loose skin and excess fat. It’s normal to have questions. A common one patients have is whether a tummy tuck is considered major surgery. The answer is technically no,…
Can I Switch My Breast Implants for Fat Grafting? Breast implants eventually need replacing. Perhaps you have thought about removing breast implants and having fat grafting instead. Is it possible? Yes, in some cases. Today, we will talk about some factors you’ll need to consider. This will help you decide…
Thinking of Breast Fat Transfer? Read this First Breast fat transfer is a 100% natural way to increase cup size while slimming another body part, such as the tummy. However, there are limitations to what breast fat transfer, also called breast fat grafting, can do for you. Keep reading to…
Lipo vs Tummy Tuck – Which is Better for Your Needs? Can you just get liposuction instead of a tummy tuck? There are a lot of patients that just want abdominal liposuction, but sometimes find out they need a tummy tuck with lipo instead. This articles discusses the reason for…
Should I Get a Brachioplasty Consultation During the Private Health Fund Waiting Period? It’s never too early for an arm lift consultation with Dr. Bernard Beldholm, FRACS — even while you wait for the private health fund waiting period to end. It’s smart to book a consultation ahead of time…
When Can I Go Back to Work After a Tummy Tuck? In general, most patients take four weeks off work for a tummy tuck. However, some occupations may return to work sooner. This article covers how occupations relate to tummy tuck recovery time. The type of tummy tuck surgery and…
Is Tummy Tuck Belly Button Removal a Good Idea? So you are thinking about a tummy tuck, and the surgeon says they want to remove the belly button. It may sound strange, but there are times when tummy tuck belly button removal is the right thing to do. However, that…
How to Fix a Bad Tummy Tuck with Revision Tummy Tuck Surgery Do you want to fix a bad tummy tuck? You’re not alone. Tummy tuck surgery is supposed to give you a flat, smooth tummy…but in reality, that doesn’t always happen. Most patients are thrilled with their tummy tuck…
Planning Your Inner Thigh Lift After Weight Loss Surgery Today’s blog post is all about freedom from loose thigh skin after major weight loss Specifically, we are talking about excess skin removal with an inner thigh lift after weight loss surgery. If your thighs are rubbing together, it can be…
How Fashion Affects Tummy Tuck Scar Placement After a tummy tuck, there will always be a scar. Hiding the scar is vital to an attractive result. No one wants it to be obvious that they had cosmetic surgery, and a big scar that is in plain sight is a dead…
Get Prepared for Your Abdominoplasty Consultation If you are bothered by loose, hanging skin on your tummy, abdominoplasty can help. Walking into your first tummy tuck consultation can be exciting but also make you feel a bit nervous. Knowing what to expect can help you get the most out of…
Is C-Tuck Surgery a Good Idea? C-tuck surgery, combines a c-section and abdominoplasty into one procedure. Many celebrity moms are suspected of having had a c-tuck. After all, how do they seem to lose weight and get a flat tummy so fast after baby? Combining two surgeries into one procedure sounds…
Tummy Tuck Hernia Repair A tummy tuck with hernia repair provides a two-in-one solution for patients who wish to repair a hernia while at the same time removing unwanted loose skin on the tummy from pregnancy or major weight loss. A single surgery can fix both, reducing pain and downtime…
Abdominoplasty Drains: how they work and modern alternatives Abdominoplasty is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures for both women and men. Following significant weight loss or childbirth, it can be challenging to reach our ultimate fitness goals. Even with the appropriate diet and exercise that midsection can be difficult…
Is tummy tuck considered cosmetic surgery? The answer to this question is more complicated than it should be. The fact is that abdominoplasty surgery has both cosmetic and health benefits for a majority of patients. However, in Australia, this procedure is considered cosmetic unless it’s associated with complications following substantial…
7 Rules for How to Reduce Swelling After Tummy Tuck Surgery Swelling is normal as your body heals from abdominoplasty. It happens to every patient. However, swelling can be uncomfortable. It can also make you look bloated, which is not probably the appearance you were hoping for when you decided…
When Will I Feel Normal After a Tummy Tuck? Let’s be honest…A tummy tuck is a big operation and you can expect it to take a couple of months before you get back to normal. There are many types of tummy tucks, and the recovery time can vary depending on…
15 Exercises to Try After a Tummy Tuck Did you know that great tummy tuck results start before surgery? It’s true. The key is to start regular exercise before surgery day rolls around. While you are in the early stages of healing, exercise will be limited. After just 6-8 weeks,... What Hurts More, a C-section or a Tummy Tuck? Many women are worried about the pain from tummy tuck. That is understandable. Some discomfort is expected with any surgery. It can be helpful to use past experience to gauge how much pain to expect. Many women ask: What hurts more,…
What Exercises can I do After a Tummy Tuck? Lean about exercises for each stage of tummy tuck recovery with our handy timeline. As a bonus, Dr. Beldholm also shares 10 exercise tips for tummy tuck patients. Tummy tuck recovery timeline So, what kind of exercise can I do after... 
Extended Lipo-abdominoplasty: Step by Step Operation Guide Many women struggle to lose weight and muscle separation after giving birth. An extended Lipo-abdominoplasty (aka extended VASER Lipo-abdominoplasty) might be the answer. Today, Doctor Bernard reveals the step-by-step process for performing this operation. What is an extended tummy tuck? You might be…
Tummy Tuck Scar Fading Over Time [Video] Is that extra fat and skin on your tummy driving you crazy every time you get dressed? Perhaps you’ve thought of doing something about it for a long time, but you are concerned about scarring. Today, we will cover how long it takes…
Improve abdominoplasty Scars with PICO Negative Pressure Dressings Reducing tummy tuck scars is very important for a good result. We know that bad tummy tuck scars can be caused by infection, picking at or touching the wound, and sun exposure during healing. However, the wound dressings your surgeon chooses after... 
What is the Difference Between Abdominoplasty and Lipectomy? Like many men and women, you want to remove excess skin and fat from your tummy area or somewhere else on your body. If you are confused about the difference between abdominoplasty and lipectomy, you have come to the right place. Today,…
How Much Does a Tummy Tuck Cost Australia in 2020? Are you wondering about the current cost for a tummy tuck in Australia? You have come to the right place. ’Tummy tuck cost Australia’ is one of the top Googled questions patients have when thinking about cosmetic surgery. Researching tummy... 
11 Proven Ways to Prevent and Treat Stretch Marks During Pregnancy A baby bump is a beautiful thing, but stretch marks aren’t. Stretch marks are one of those things that go hand in hand with pregnancy. As if the weight gain, swollen ankles, and extra trips to the bathroom weren’t... 
5 Smart Ways to Get a Tummy Tuck Medicare Rebate in Newcastle Good news! For post weight loss patients, it is possible to get a tummy tuck Medicare rebate in Newcastle. If you have been struggling with extra skin and/or muscle separation after significant weight loss, it can be a... 
Tummy Tuck Scar Care 101 A good scar outcome after tummy tuck surgery is a big deal to most patients. Minimizing the scar as much as possible is vital as it is the only trace that will be left behind after you get a abdominoplasty. The results, good or bad,... 15 Important Mini Tummy Tuck Facts You Must Know in 2020 You’re pretty happy with your body over all. It is just that niggling flap of skin on your lower belly that makes you feel uncomfortable. Ever since giving birth, you found yourself reaching for roomy clothing that hides your…
9 Important facts about Driving After Tummy Tuck After you have tummy tuck surgery, you will need to take some time off from driving. The questions many patients have is how long? That can be tricky to answer since there is no universal standard for how much time you will... ![A Surgeon’s Guide to Anesthesia [2020]](https://beldholm.com.au/body-contouring/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/A_Surgeons_Guide_to_Anesthesia__-_Youtube_Thumbnail-1024x576.jpg)
A Surgeon’s Guide to Anesthesia [2020] Anesthesia is an important part of surgery. If you have never had general anesthesia before, you may be unsure about what to expect. Not to worry. We have put together a comprehensive guide to answer all of your anesthesia questions. Today’s blog post will... 
Inside Your Tummy: Abdominal Wall Anatomy Do you know what makes a tummy healthy? Pregnancy and body weight fluctuations can cause some interesting changes to your abdomen. Often, this weakens important abdominal structures, which can make the belly appear flabby and distended. Learning about the different parts of your abdominal…
Preventing muscle separation before and during pregnancy with the MUTU system Join The MUTU System to Prevent and Heal Abdominal Muscle Separation Are you concerned about the changes that pregnancy has on your body? Pregnancy is the start of many beautiful new beginnings. Your body changes a lot during pregnancy,…
MUTU System Are you tired of living with diastasis recti from pregnancy? Get your body back that natural way with The MUTU System Pregnancy can leave your tummy with an unattractive bulge and a gap between your abs. If you suffer from abdominal muscle separation (diastasis recti), you are not…
Inside the Operating Room: A Guide to Lipo-abdominoplasty Surgery Are you considering lipo-abdominoplasty and curious about what happens in the operating room? Some patients would rather not know, but others get a sense of relief from knowing how the procedure works. Not only is surgery fascinating, but understanding the steps…
How I Perform Lipo-abdominoplasty: A Research-based Approach This training article was written for cosmetic surgeons who want to learn about the benefits and proper technique for modern lip-abdominoplasty surgery. This surgical guide provides research and detailed instructions for safely performing the operation. Abdominoplasty has come a long way in the…
Does Exercise Really Help Abdominal Muscle Separation? Repairing torn abdominal muscles after pregnancy can leave you feeling desperate for answers. Many women with postpartum muscle separation struggle to get rid of the belly bulge, back pain, leaking urine, and gastrointestinal issues that come with the condition known as diastasis recti.... 
How to Fix Abdominal Muscle Separation (diastasis recti) after Pregnancy [guide] What is abdominal diastasis recti? Muscle separation is common during pregnancy Can separated abdominal muscles heal on their own? Working out with diastasis recti Physical therapy for ab muscle separation The Tupler Technique and The Mutu System Diastasis recti... 
11 Exercises to Help with Muscle Separation Post Pregnancy Pregnancy often causes a pesky and unflattering condition known as diastasis recti abdominis. For new mothers who still look pregnant months after giving birth, this postpartum abdominal condition may be the culprit. How diastasis recti occurs If you think that you... 
Post weight loss, body contouring: Is my operation covered? Let’s be honest, surgery can be a costly, if sometimes imperative, investment following considerable weight loss. Consequently, one of the first things many of our clients want to know is: does my health insurance cover this procedure The answer is that... 
Tips for Preparing for Your Tummy Tuck Surgery Preparing for a tummy tuck may seem overwhelming, but getting ready for surgery doesn’t have to be hard. This article contains invaluable tips for preparing your home, meals, pet care and more based on Dr. Beldholm’s feedback from hundreds of tummy tuck patients...