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February 28, 2024

How to Prepare for a Breast Lift +/- Reduction

Booking your breast lift can be an exciting time – it’s fun to imagine your final results, and you may even feel a little nervous. Although you may want it to happen as soon as possible, it’s important to take some time and prepare. Completing some pre-surgery steps can help set you up for a… Continue reading How to Prepare for a Breast Lift +/- Reduction

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January 17, 2024

How to Improve Your Blepharoplasty (Eyelid surgery) Recovery

Blepharoplasty remains one of the best ways to rejuvenate the eyes and achieve a brighter, more awake look. It’s also an excellent anti-aging option for patients who are experiencing loose or hooded skin, eye bags, or dark rings around the eyes. If you’re curious about blepharoplasty, it’s important to know that the recovery process is somewhat… Continue reading How to Improve Your Blepharoplasty (Eyelid surgery) Recovery

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December 22, 2023

Gynecomastia Surgery: What to Expect 

If you’ve decided to pursue surgery for gynecomastia, then you’ve taken the right step in choosing a renowned and experienced plastic surgeon such as Dr. Ashley Tregaskiss. We pride ourselves on creating a warm and welcoming environment at Pacific Plastic Surgery and look forward to helping you achieve a new level of confidence. As you schedule your… Continue reading Gynecomastia Surgery: What to Expect 

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November 21, 2023

The Dos and Don’ts of Breast Augmentation Recovery

Breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgeries in North America. Women who have undergone breast augmentation typically report extremely high rates of satisfaction with the results. To achieve these higher levels of self-esteem and happiness, you’ll need to understand what to expect after surgery and how long it will take to recuperate. Here… Continue reading The Dos and Don’ts of Breast Augmentation Recovery

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October 13, 2023

4 Ways to Customize Your Mommy Makeover

Having children is one of the big joys of many women’s lives. While it’s wonderful to raise a beautiful family, it’s natural to experience various changes in your body with pregnancy and breastfeeding. Fortunately, you have many options to boost your confidence and make you feel great in your own body again with plastic surgery.… Continue reading 4 Ways to Customize Your Mommy Makeover

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January 20, 2022

Skincare after Laser Treatments

There’s no denying that the results from laser treatments are worth their weight in gold. From minimizing wrinkles and scarring, to getting rid of brown sunspots, is there anything laser can’t do? Laser treatments are an effective way to improve the appearance of your skin and achieve generalized rejuvenation. However, while our aestheticians will give… Continue reading Skincare after Laser Treatments

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March 25, 2021

Techniques to help manage your discomfort after surgery

Studies show that when patients actively participate in their pain management, they have less pain when they return home after surgery. Research also shows that techniques like the ones below can help with surgical pain. Follow the steps below: Step 1: Belly breathing Taking deep breaths from your abdomen can: Start by relaxing your arms… Continue reading Techniques to help manage your discomfort after surgery

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February 25, 2021

ABC of Breast Augmentation:“C – Capsular contracture prevention and the importance of Massage”

It is a normal part of healing for the body to form a capsule of tissue around a foreign body. When this scar tissue tightens it is known as capsular contracture. The tightening of this scar tissue can sometimes cause pain and for the breast to appear misshapen. Breast exercises, or massage, help to prevent capsular contractures… Continue reading ABC of Breast Augmentation:“C – Capsular contracture prevention and the importance of Massage”

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January 25, 2021

ABC of Breast Augmentation:“B – Basics of Sizing”

Many women ask us “what cup size will I be after the surgery”, or “I would like to be a c-cup”. The difficulty with thinking in cup-size is that it is a very subjective measure and varies widely between manufacturers. A 36C in one manufacturers bra can be a 34D in another. This is why… Continue reading ABC of Breast Augmentation:“B – Basics of Sizing”

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December 22, 2020

ABC of Breast Augmentation:“A: A beginners Guide”

A breast augmentation is a surgical procedure to increase the size and volume of an individual’s breasts using implants. Breast augmentation is one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed today. Dr. Tregaskiss understands that being happy with the size and shape of your breasts and the contour of your body is very important for your confidence… Continue reading ABC of Breast Augmentation:“A: A beginners Guide”

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November 25, 2020

Nausea and vomiting after surgery: what to expect

What causes nausea and vomiting (N+V) after surgery? Can nausea and vomiting after surgery lead to problems? How are nausea and vomiting treated? How long does nausea and vomiting after surgery last? Dr. Tregaskiss will work with you to find a painkiller and anti-nausea medication regime that is best going to meet your needs. Each… Continue reading Nausea and vomiting after surgery: what to expect

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October 28, 2020

How to prepare for your surgery

Have you been wondering how to prepare for your surgery to give you the best chance of a quick recovery? In the weeks and months leading up to your surgery please consider the following points: Always chat with your cosmetic coordinator if you have any other questions or concerns leading up your surgery, their role… Continue reading How to prepare for your surgery

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January 30, 2020

Irish woman warns of the harm of “surgery tourism” after she loses a breast

A Belfast woman is warning others of the harms of travelling abroad for surgery after contracting an infection following breast surgery in Turkey. When the infection worsened it caused so much tissue damage that surgeons back in Ireland had to perform a mastectomy. While there is always a risk of infection from any surgery, ensuring… Continue reading Irish woman warns of the harm of “surgery tourism” after she loses a breast

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October 16, 2019

How to Choose your Plastic Surgeon

Deciding to have cosmetic surgery is a big step and one that you probably have not taken lightly or without considerable thought. Entrusting your body to the hands of someone else requires immense trust. Why Choose a Plastic Surgeon ? A Plastic surgeon has committed many long years to study and training to obtain their specialist expertise.… Continue reading How to Choose your Plastic Surgeon

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February 14, 2019

Dr. Tregaskiss trials the use of 3D Printers in facial reconstruction

Research and innovation has been at the heart of Plastic Surgery since the very beginning (the first description of nasal reconstruction was in 1460!). Dr. Tregaskiss is passionate about ensuring his practice is underpinned by the best research and evidence available and he is committed to helping develop tools and techniques to achieve the best… Continue reading Dr. Tregaskiss trials the use of 3D Printers in facial reconstruction

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