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Welcome Dr. Bruce Fox

May 11th, 2012

The team at the Victorian Cosmetic Institute would like to make welcome our newest member Dr. Bruce Fox, renowned cosmetic surgeon.  Dr. Fox will be at our Lower Templestowe Clinic every Friday for cosmetic surgery consultation beginning Friday 11th May.

A pioneer in the Australian cosmetic scene Dr. Fox has been performing cosmetic surgery for over 25 years. Dr Fox has been at the forefront of introducing innovative cosmetic surgery procedures to Australia upon receiving training by the international pioneers of the procedures that he performs.

Dr Fox is committed to providing minimally-invasive cosmetic surgery techniques including the stitch lift and trans-axillary breast augmentation.

The Stitch Lift also known as Thread Lifting is a relatively new and minimally invasive procedure in Australia, used to counteract the sagging of the soft tissues of the face caused by ageing. It is a day procedure performed under local anaesthesia and sedation. The Stitch Lift is a registered trademark owned by Dr Fox. It is a procedure based upon the technique of Des Fernandes, with some modifications and refinements developed over the years. Together with two other doctors, Dr Fox was the first to introduce the Fernandes Loop Technique to Australia. He was also the pioneer of the
use of the Contour Threads and the Silhouette Sutures in Australia and has trained others in their use.

Trans-axillary breast augmentation is a preferred technique of Dr Fox’s which involves inserting the implants through the site of a natural crease in the armpit, resulting in no scar on the breast itself or on the chest wall. This technique has been recognised as the most difficult method to master.

Some of the more common procedures Dr Fox performs are Liposuction (liposculpture) Surgery, Breast Augmentation (Breast Implants or Breast Enlargements), and Hair Transplants (Hair Micrografts or Hair Transplantation).

If you have any queries in regards to cosmetic procedures make a booking with Dr Fox today and be sure to make him feel welcome.

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The Doctors and the Nurses

May 3rd, 2012

Considering cosmetic treatment can be rather daunting for many patients however the team at The Victorian Cosmetic Institute can make the process stress-free, ensuring you are completely comfortable and confident in pursuing any treatments.  Our Doctors and Nurses are exceptionally qualified and have all experienced the procedures and treatments offered at our clinics first-hand.

Daniela, Director of Nursing Templestowe said “I’ve had the fraxel and love it, I love revlite facials I just think they are the ant’s pants as far as having glowing, beautiful skin. All our staff love everything that we have to offer and are happy to indulge in everything we have, because we know it works and makes the difference, we live, breathe, walk it. We’ve all tried something”.

This means that we understand the patient perspective and can give you honest answers in seeking the most suitable and effective treatment for your condition.  We want you to feel like you are a part of our family, so we take a strong angle on providing you with absolute honesty with the aim of meeting your expectations and achieving a great end result. All our staff have expertise in current procedures and are continually ensuring we are using the most up to date techniques and technology.  We take it upon ourselves to go above and beyond the call of duty to satisfy our patients because we want to make a difference in your lives.

So place your trust in us for your next cosmetic procedure.

 

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Q&A via Facebook with Dr. Natasha Moscato, MBBS FRACGP Cosmetic Physician

April 27th, 2012

Q&A via Facebook with Dr. Natasha Moscato, MBBS FRACGP Cosmetic Physician

Mario Anthony Botox, fillers etc are great for wrinkles and firmness in the skin, but what should I be doing to keep the quality of my skin youthful? Lasers? Microdermabrasion? Peels?

 

There are several ways you can manage and maintain a youthful appearance, and the best way to start is with a daily skincare regime.

It is important that you protect your skin from the sun and the environment, you can do this by using antioxidants every morning before you leave the house. Antioxidants are essential to maintaining healthy skin, delivering nutrients to the skin to help heal and repair damage. Antioxidants also act as a defence against free radicals which can damage and age the skin.

Adding vitamin B to your daily beauty regime will also assist in promoting healthy, youthful looking skin. Vitamin B softens the skin and smooths away dryness. Vitamin B also aids in reducing the damage from the sun and contains non-inflammatory elements.

It is important to also have a skin care regime at night. Night treatments are essential for repair and reducing the signs of ageing. Topical retinoids, a derivative of Vitamin A have been found to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and deliver fewer blemishes. Initially used in the treatment of acne, a study found that patients using topical retinoids reported smoother skin and less wrinkles following treatment. Topical retinoids also reduce the effects of sun damage.

Aside from a thorough skincare regiment, laser Revlite/Medlite (Nd:Yag) can be used to stimulate collagen and treat sun damaged skin. The laser will improve your skin texture and the appearance of wrinkles. The laser procedure has minimal downtime and can be used on a maintenance basis as a laser facial.

Thanks Mario for the great question!

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Introducing… Hannah

April 19th, 2012

Continuing with our series of team member profiles, this week we’d like to introduce you to Hannah Fink.

Hannah is one of our part time receptionists and has been with us for over a year now. She began in early 2011 after deciding to take a gap year, but has since returned to study and is currently splitting her time between our clinics and studying an Arts degree at Melbourne University.  Hannah is enjoying the university experience and finds the degree interesting.

In her spare time Hannah loves to keep active, regularly going for walks and frequenting the gym. Hannah also enjoys spending time with friends and watching the latest release movies.

Hannah relishes working at The Victorian Cosmetic Institute for the fast-paced, exciting atmosphere and because she is never bored.  It also helps that Hannah’s mother is Dr. Sandy Fieldhouse, one of the cosmetic physicians at our Templestowe Clinic. Hannah says it is great getting to work alongside her mum.

Hannah believes that working at The Victorian Cosmetic Institute has allowed her to gain a wide range of skills including phone manner and organisation.  She finds it interesting observing Dr. Gavin Chan as he develops his vision for the clinic and in her experience has found that he is both approachable and professional, something every good employer should be.

Since joining The Victorian Cosmetic Institute team Hannah has been using and loving the Rationale skincare range.

Don’t forget to strike up a conversation with Hannah next time you visit one of our clinics.

 

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Fraxel Laser Treatment – Skin rejuvenation that works

April 13th, 2012

With winter just around the corner it’s the perfect time to head into one of our clinics to repair sun damaged skin with laser treatment.

The Fraxel Laser Treatment offered in our clinics has two wavelengths each suited to the treatment of different skin conditions. The use of multiple wavelengths allows our doctors to cater the treatment to target your skin concerns specifically. The Fraxel Laser is used predominantly to treat acne scars, skin pigmentations (including Melasma), surgical or traumatic scars, sun spots and wrinkles. One of the key advantages provided by the dual laser is that it doesn’t remove the top layers of skin, instead it heats micro-columns of skin which induce new collagen production. This process minimises downtime. Importantly it is also suitable for all skin types.

Clinical studies suggest for most people maximum results are achieved in just 3-5 sessions, leaving patients with smoother, fresher looking skin. The Fraxel Laser treatment works to improve your skins tone and texture while reducing the effects of aging including those pesky wrinkles around the eyes. The appearance of scarring is also visibly improved.

Our doctors will assess your skin to determine what course your treatment will take. Aggressive treatments require fewer sessions however more post treatment side effects result meaning a few days of social downtime will be in order. Less aggressive treatments accomplish the same results with less pronounced side effects, although a few more treatment sessions are required to achieve desired results.

Post treatment you will have some degree of redness and swelling which usually persists for a few days and in more aggressive treatment can last longer. Other temporary side effects may include minor itching, dry skin, peeling or flaking and a bronzed skin appearance. Our doctors will provide you with specific instructions about what to expect for your particular treatment and how to minimize the side effects.

Don’t just take our word for it, below is a recent patient of The Victorian Cosmetic Institute’s response after receiving the Fraxel Laser Treatment:

‘I suffer from Melasma which is a hormonal based pigmentation which mostly affects women. I had my first Fraxel treatment in early March and it was very red and very sore. Initially I thought it was the wrong for me however after 3-4 days my Melasma pigmentation had been halved. It was amazing, my skin was refined and it just glowed. What impressed me the most was that my Melasma was halved in colour. The nurses at The Victorian Cosmetic Institute cared for me so well that I’m actually looking forward to doing another base treatment. I didn’t expect much prior to having the treatment, but now I love it. The results are just phenomenal, I would highly recommend it.’

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