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]]>Liposuction for men is a tried and proven procedure that can remove fat to improve your body’s shape and contours. It is applicable across a range of areas including the thighs, abdomen, waist and chest.
Dr Chandran Arianayagam is an expert in this procedure, performing many successful surgeries to improve the lives of men in Coffs Harbour and the surrounding areas. Read on to understand a little more about male liposuction.
Working hard to achieve the best body shape you can? The finishing touches can be achieved easily with a male liposuction procedure.
If you think of this procedure as a form of body sculpting rather than weight loss, it will give you a better idea of what to expect. Localised areas of fat can be removed, perfect for those who have recently lost a lot of weight, but find individual fat pockets that seem to remain regardless of lifestyle changes.
Liposuction is not a weight-loss tool, but an important part of a broader weight loss therapy program. Performed as day surgery, you can combine the procedure with another, such as a tummy tuck for even more advanced results.
Step 1
If you are considering male liposuction, a consultation with Dr Arianayagamis the first step to discuss your goals and expectations.
Step 2
You will be asked a variety of questions to assess your current health situation, medications, allergies, past medical treatments.
Step 3
We will discuss the options available and have a second consultation a week or two later to allow time for more questions. During this time you can also speak to past-patients to hear about their experiences with the procedure first-hand.
Step 4
Surgery will take place, often anywhere between 1 - 3 hours depending on how much fat you are having removed.
Step 5
Your recovery period will require avoidance of strenuous activities for three months, with a gradual build up of exercise after 6 weeks.
Dr Chandran Arianayagam is an internationally trained Specialist Plastic Surgeon who has been performing liposuction on both men and women in Coffs Harbour since January 1995. His experience stretches all over the world, including India, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
With qualifications that include a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery; the doctor is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, and has been granted Specialist status in Plastic Surgery by the Minister for Health of the Commonwealth Government of Australia. Add to this a corresponding member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and you will have a significant amount of peace of mind in his abilities.
Dr Arianayagam believes in offering high levels of in-patient and post-operative care, from the initial steps through to recovery.
There will be pain during recovery but it will be manageable with medication. Some swelling will also be present which will resolve over the following weeks.
You can walk on the day of surgery but should limit your movements and take time off work for about a week. It is important to avoid strenuous activities for at least three weeks, and a post-operative compression garment must be worn.
The fat cells removed during the procedure are gone for good. If you re-gain weight, the fat will not be distributed to the liposuctioned zones; however, remaining fat cells may expand, so a healthy lifestyle should be maintained for the best results.
The incisions made during liposuction are inconspicuous and should be difficult to see once they fade.
As with all surgical procedures, risks such as post-operative bleeding, allergic reactions, infection, deep vein thrombosis, and hematoma may be present. Reassessment of contour is done at 6 months to see if any revision surgery is required.
There is no specific age requirement; however, your health status will determine your suitability for the procedure. It is preferable that you are in the normal to slightly overweight BMI range as liposuction is not a form of weight loss.
The information on the website is for general guidance only and cannot be used as a basis to make a surgical decision. An initial consultation with the surgeon is required to help patients make an informed decision before proceeding with any surgical procedure.
The liposuction procedure is performed by Dr Arianayagam. Book a consultation, and ensure you are thoroughly informed and prepared via any of these locations serviced by PCLS:
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]]>Gain a boost in your confidence, especially if you have recently experienced a significant drop in weight. Read on to learn more about how the expert team at PCLS can help.
The appearance of a flat, toned stomach can directly improve your confidence levels. Speak to the team at PCLS about a mini-tummy tuck for men today.
The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia and classed as inpatient surgery, creating the need for far less surgery and recovery time as compared to the full tummy tuck. The length of surgery will vary depending on the patient’s needs, but a rough time frame of two to three hours applies to most cases.
You will be able to return to work quickly but should avoid strenuous activity for roughly a month. Results will be evident immediately, improving in the months that follow as well.
Step 1
An assessment is the first step to make sure the chosen procedure is suitable for your needs.
Step 2
A discussion with Dr Arianayagam will take place to confirm your current health, as well as any medications and past medical treatments you have had.
Step 3
A second consultation a week or two later will be booked in to give you time to think about your options and any questions you may have. You will also be able to speak to previous patients about their experience with PCLS to help make your final decision.
Step 4
The procedure will take place under general anaesthesia at Baringa Private Hospital. Incisions will be made along your lower abdomen after which the removal of excess skin will take place along with the tightening of underlying tissues.
Step 5
The incision will be closed and bandaged, and the recovery process will begin. You may experience a little discomfort and swelling, along with drains to ensure the removal of excess body fluid.
As an internationally trained Specialist Plastic Surgeon with many variations of the tummy tuck procedure as part of his portfolio, Dr Chandran Arianayagam is a safe choice for this procedure. With many years of experience, he has been successfully performing this procedure and a range of others in Coffs Harbour since January 1995.
Dr Arianayagam has an impressive portfolio through which he has operated and observed all over the world. His experience includes surgery in Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, India, and Malaysia.
Dr Arianayagam’s qualifications include:
Trust an expert in plastic, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, as well as laser and injection treatments with your procedure. Dr Arianayagam is well-known for high-quality in-patient and post-operative care and has a portfolio full of successful procedures that have improved many patient’s lives.
The procedure is often combined with liposuction to remove excess fat, but also includes the excision of loose skin.
If you have a small roll of fat or skin beneath the belly button, particularly left after significant weight loss, this may be appropriate for you. An individual assessment is required to determine your situation and the best path forward, which will provide a definitive answer.
There is some variance in these two procedures and how elastic your skin is and the level of excess fat play a part. The male mini-tummy tuck is more suited to those in need of a removal of small amounts of excess skin. The choice of which procedure is more effective essentially comes down to your specific situation.
This procedure will only require one day with a few weeks off work, though the healing process will vary with each patient and is also dependent on the size of the procedure.
Scars left by mini-tummy tuck surgery will vary but there will be a level of visible scarring.
The information on the website is for general guidance only and cannot be used as a basis to make a surgical decision. An initial consultation with our surgeon is required to help patients make an informed decision before proceeding with any surgical procedure.
You may have a consultation with Dr Arianayagam via a range of locations, including:
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]]>The tummy tuck for men, much like the female version, removes loose skin and excess fat from the abdomen, tightening the abdominal muscles and offering a more desirable contour and tone, with increased strength.
If you have recently lost a significant amount of weight, sagging skin, and overstretched abdominal muscles can create a look that may affect your confidence levels. The male tummy tuck can correct this, creating a toned body shape.
The benefits of the tummy tuck procedure also extend to the quality of your mental state. If exercise and healthy eating have had no effect on the bulges of fat in your abdomen, and you are in good general health, you will see significant benefits from this procedure.
Step 1
To ensure the tummy tuck procedure is suitable for your needs, you must first undergo a consultation with Dr Arianayagam.
Step 2
During this initial consultation, you will discuss your needs, and we will confirm if the procedure is the right path forward. A variety of questions concerning your health, any medications and past medical treatments will be had.
Step 3
There will be a second consultation a week or two later. This allows time to think about your options and form any questions. You will also be able to speak to a previous patient to understand their experience to help make your final decision.
Step 4
The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia at Baringa Private Hospital, it will take around 3-4 hours, and you will be required to stay in the hospital for up to four nights.
The process involves incisions to lift the skin and fat off the abdominal muscles, which will be brought together by fascial tightening. The loose skin is then pulled down with excess loose skin removed.
Step 5
The recovery process will feature some discomfort and swelling. This will be controlled with pain relievers. Drains will need to be used in the abdominal cavity to ensure the correct removal of excess body fluid, helping to reduce swelling.
You’ll find peace of mind in knowing an internationally trained Specialist Plastic Surgeon is handling your procedure. Dr Chandran Arianayagam has many years of experience with the tummy tuck procedure and has been successfully performing them in Coffs Harbour since January 1995.
Dr Arianayagam has operated and observed all over the world, including in Australia, the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, India, and Malaysia. His qualifications include a Bachelor of Medicine, and Bachelor of Surgery and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
With Specialist status in Plastic Surgery by the Minister for Health of the Commonwealth Government of Australia, the doctor is a Corresponding Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Corresponding Member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
The tummy tuck is usually combined with liposuction; however, it also addresses loose skin and abdominal muscle strength.
The procedure is best suited for those with normal health and nutrition levels.
You will have surgical dressings on the wound, which once removed along with the drains, will be replaced with compression garments that you will need to wear for three months. The critical healing period takes place within the first three weeks, during which you will need to restrict your activities and take some time off work.
The final scar will run from hip to hip. While visible, these scars will lessen after several months. Scar positioning is one of the topics that will be discussed during your initial consultation.
As this is classed as a major surgical procedure, there will always be an element of risk. Standard surgical risks include postoperative bleeding, allergic reactions, haematoma, infection, and deep vein thrombosis.
There are also some risks that are specific to a tummy tuck, all of which will be discussed in detail during your consultation.
The information on the website is for general guidance only and cannot be used as a basis to make a surgical decision, an initial consultation with our surgeon is required to help patients make an informed decision before proceeding with any surgical procedure
As an expert in Plastic Surgery, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, and laser and injection treatments, Dr Arianayagam is sought after for his high-quality in-patient and post-operative care.
Dr Arianayagam offers consultations via a range of locations to ensure finding the right cosmetic path for your needs is made easier. These include:
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]]>Hyperhidrosis is a condition where the sweat glands in the skin are hyperactive. The condition generally runs in families and is embarrassing and uncomfortable.
How can it help?
Botox or Dysport, the products we think of for anti-wrinkle treatment, are used in the treatment of for hyperhidrosis. They are injected in the area affected to reduce stimulation of the sweat glands by the nerves that stimulate them.
Treatment
Fine needles are used to inject the toxin into the sweat glands. The procedure takes about 20 minutes depending on the number of areas to be treated. Pain and discomfort is minimal and transient.
It takes time for the nerves to the sweat glands to be blocked, so most patients start to notice a reduction in sweating in a few days. The resultant improvements generally lasts 6-7 months.
Medical treatment may help some people, and should be tried before considering the toxic injections. Other options include surgical removal of the sweat glands and major surgery involving nerve divisions. Dr. Arianayagam will discuss all options in detail during your initial consultation.
As with all surgical procedures, there will always be risks such as post-operative bleeding, allergic reactions, and haematoma.
There are also some risks and complications that are specific to a face lift.
Facial Asymmetry
Very occasionally a face lift may result in facial asymmetry. It is important not to judge too quickly because it can take months for the results of your surgery to settle. However, if asymmetry remains a problem it is possible to address this with corrective surgery.
Altered Facial Sensation
Numbness after any surgery is common. This should be expected to last for several weeks or months following the procedure.
Skin Necrosis
Very rarely a face lift may result in skin necrosis, which is the death of the skin tissue. This happens when not enough blood and oxygen is supplied to the skin area. The risk of skin necrosis is significantly higher amongst smokers.
Facial Nerve Damage
Occasionally a face lift can result in damage to branches of the facial nerves. Usually this is temporary and will resolve itself in 6-12 months.
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]]>Liposuction surgery is used to remove fat, improve your body shape, and contour. The thighs, abdomen, and gluteal regions are most commonly treated in women, while men are more likely to seek treatment for the waist and breast areas.
Contact our team for a consultation with Dr. Chandran Arianayagam to discuss detailed specifics for your situation, the liposuction surgery cost and more.
Depending on your own goals for your body and expected results, the benefits of liposuction can be life-changing in the most positive of ways.
Liposuction is primarily used for body sculpting rather than weight loss. The procedure is ideal for removing localised areas of fat that are not responsive to diet and exercise. Liposuction may be right for you taking into account the following points:
Liposuction is not usually adequate as a stand-alone weight loss tool, but it can be useful as part of a broader weight loss therapy program.
Dr. Arianayagam uses the tumescent liposuction technique and here is why:
Many liposuction procedures are performed as day surgery. However, if the treatment is combined with another surgical procedure, such as a tummy tuck or breast reduction, or the volume of fat to be removed is high, then it will be performed as an inpatient under general anaesthesia.
Step 1
Target the stubborn fat that is often unaffected by exercise and diet with liposuction from PCLS Coffs Harbour.
Step 2
Dr. Arianayagam will ask you a variety of questions about your current health situation, medications, allergies, past medical treatments.
Step 3
The doctor will carefully examine your body and skin and may take measurements. He will then discuss the options available and his recommendations. Ideally, a second consultation is had a week or two later to give you the opportunity to come back with more questions and to confirm your decision.
Step 4
Depending on the size and number of areas, the surgery can take 1 - 3 hours.
Step 5
You will avoid strenuous activities for at least three weeks after surgery and expect to be able to return to normal activities in three months.
As an internationally trained Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Chandran Arianayagam has been performing liposuction procedures in Coffs Harbour since January 1995. He also has experience operating and observing all over the world, including India, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
His qualifications include a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery; he is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, has been granted Specialist status in Plastic Surgery by Minister for Health of the Commonwealth Government of Australia and is a corresponding member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
As an expert in many Plastic Surgery techniques, including cosmetic and reconstructive surgery and laser and injection treatments, Dr. Arianayagam believes a detailed approach is best for the comfort of all patients. He allows for plenty of discussions, time, and space to make decisions with at least two consultations prior to treatment.
The doctor is also well-known for his outstanding levels of in-patient and post-operative care, which make every procedure less daunting, from the initial steps through to a full recovery. Dr. Arianayagam is personally accessible, making sure that a patient never feels alone.
Once you have made the decision to go ahead with the surgery and have chosen Dr. Arianayagam as your surgeon, you will also be offered the opportunity to speak to one of our patients who has the same procedure.
Once the local anaesthesia wears off, you may have some pain, which should be manageable with pain medication. You will also have some swelling, which should resolve over six weeks.
You can begin walking on the day of surgery, but you will be tired.
You should limit your movements around the house, and take time off work for 2-3 days. Avoid strenuous activities for at least three weeks after surgery and expect to be able to return to full normal activities in three months.
A post-operative compression garment must be worn for three months. This helps to define and maintain your new body contour.
Liposuction permanently removes fat cells in the area being treated, so the fat storage capacity in the liposuctioned zones is significantly reduced. In the event of weight gain, the fat will not be distributed to the liposuctioned zones in the same way it did before.
Having said that, if you do gain weight after liposuction, those fat cells remaining may expand, giving an unwanted effect. So it is best to avoid weight gain following the procedure.
Most surgery will leave scars, but the incisions made during liposuction are very small and are made as inconspicuous as possible. With careful management, the scars should be difficult to see once they fade.
As with all surgical procedures, there will always be risks such as post-operative bleeding, allergic reactions, infection, deep vein thrombosis, and haematoma.
The results of liposuction are always considered to be semi-permanent. You can still gain weight after liposuction, but this will create a larger version of your new body shape. You will look slimmer and more contoured, and the cells removed by the liposuction procedure will not grow back.
The most common areas for liposuction are the abdomen, breasts, hips, thighs, knees, arms, buttocks, cheeks, and neck.
It is crucial that your liposuction decision is not made based on cost. The cheapest procedure can put you at significant risk if shortcuts are taken. It is important that your surgeon has specialised training in liposuction techniques and preferably a large amount of experience with a high success rate.
I experience excessive sweating, can liposuction help?
It can. Liposuction is often used as a long-lasting method to reduce sweating under the arms.
While there is no specific age requirement, patients will be assessed to ensure their health status is suitable for the procedure. It is best for patients to sit in the normal to slightly overweight BMI range as this is not a solution for losing excessive amounts of weight.
The liposuction procedure should only be used as a way to contour the body, targeting stubborn areas of fat.
Dr. Arianayagam offers a range of locations for the liposuction procedure, all of which feature a patient care team that is second-to-none. His hand-picked staff will make sure you are looked after from the minute you walk through the doors to when you leave.
As your first point of contact, the PCLS team will help you to book a consultation, coordinate your care, and ensure you are thoroughly informed and prepared before your procedure.
As an extra level of care, they will stay in touch with you throughout your recovery process, so you will have peace of mind in knowing you have the follow-up care you need. The locations serviced by PCLS include:
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]]>Male breast reduction surgery (gynaecomastia) removes excess fat and glandular tissue from the breasts to make the chest proportionate to the rest of the torso.
How can it help?
Excess fat and glandular tissue in a male’s breast area, known as “gynaecomastia” is a surprisingly common condition. The most common cause is residual breast tissue that does not go away through puberty. Certain drugs and hormonal problems can also cause gynaecomastia.
The condition results in significant social embarrassment and loss of confidence, with potential repercussions in one’s personal and professional life.
Breast reduction procedures aim to make the chest proportionate with the rest of the body, improving self-esteem and confidence.
Consultation
The first step is a consultation with Dr. Arianayagam. You should frankly discuss your goals and expectations at this consultation.
Dr. Arianayagam will ask you a variety of questions about your current health situation, medications, allergies and any past medical treatments. He will carefully examine your chest area and take measurements. He will then discuss the options available and his recommendations.
Ideally, a second consultation is had a week or two later to give you the opportunity to come back with more questions and to confirm your decision.
Procedure
There are several techniques available depending on the amount of fat and tissue and the shape of the breasts. Dr. Arianayagam will advise during the consultation process exactly what procedures will be used for the best results.
Excess tissue is removed using liposuction. In some cases, excess glandular tissue and skin may need to be surgically removed.
The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia as a day procedure.
Recovery
Recovery time will depend on the specific procedures used.
The key healing period is the first 3 weeks. Over this period you will be asked to significantly restrict your activities and wear a post-operative compression garment. Dr Arianayagam recommends time off work and time away from looking after small children during this critical recovery period.
Swelling is usually minimal after breast reduction. Expect this to settle over 6 weeks and fully subside in 3 months.
Specific recovery instructions will be provided by Dr. Arianayagam and tailored to your specific procedure and personal lifestyle.
Any surgery will leave scars, but the scars will be made as inconspicuous as possible, using fine stitches and positioning the incisions so the scars will be difficult to see once they fade.
Dr Arianayagam will provide you with information and advice on scar management and minimisation.
As with all surgical procedures, there will always be risks such as post-operative bleeding, allergic reactions, and haematoma.
There are also some risks and complications that are specific to breast reduction.
Breast asymmetry
It is possible to have breast asymmetry after breast reduction surgery. It is important to wait for 6 months before planning revision surgery.
Altered nipple sensation
Most men having breast reduction surgery will experience no change in nipple sensation. However, a small percentage of patients experience permanent reduction or loss of nipple sensation.
“Dog Ears”
A dog-ear refers to skin protuberance that can form at the end of an incision, including those along the lateral breast after breast reduction. A persistent dog-ear may warrant minor scar revision.
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]]>Dramatic weight loss will make you feel better and healthier. It should also increase your confidence in your own appearance. However, major weight loss frequently has a negative impact on the appearance of your skin, with redundant skin and stubborn pockets of fat preventing you from looking as you had hoped.
Plastic surgery can be used to remove excess skin, eliminate areas of stubborn fat and tighten up areas of the body. The objective is to realise improved contour and shape, to allow you to look and feel better in your new body.
Post weight loss surgery is often managed in a staged approach to ensure your safety. Procedures are scheduled 3 months apart, with each procedure taking no longer than 6 to 8 hours.
Correction usually starts with the abdomen. A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, removes excess skin and fat from the area, and tightens abdominal muscles which have stretched over time. The procedure improves core body tone and contours.
A tummy tuck is usually combined with liposuction or lipectomy to remove stubborn pockets of fat. Areas of focus usually include the trochanteric (upper side of the thigh/hip), upper anterior abdominal wall and the flanks.
The face can also be left looking gaunt, older and pigmented following massive weight loss. A facelift will remove excess skin and reposition fat and muscles to reverse the effects of weight loss. Skin pigmentation is improved with Laser/IPL treatment.
Read up on the procedures outlined above and come to your first consultation with ideas about what you would like to achieve. Dr. Arianayagam will discuss the available options and collectively you can agree on the best Post Weight Loss program for you.
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]]>The length of the penis may be genuinely short or appear to be short due to problems caused by a web of skin attaching the scrotum to the penis.
Genuine shortness of the shaft of the penis can be treated by release of the attachment of the penis to the pubic bone. This procedure does not make the actual penis longer but helps it to look longer by the release, helping the patient gain self-confidence and also improving penetration during sexual activity.
How can it help?
Where the problem is caused by the presence of a web of skin between the scrotum and the penis, the actual length of the penis can be revealed by the rearrangement of skin between the scrotum and the penis.
In the usual arrangement, the skin of the scrotum and the penis are very different, and have a sharp cut off from one to the other.
In the hidden penis, the skin of the penis starts at the lower most part of the scrotum instead of the usual start at the highest part of the scrotum.
This makes the penis appears shorter and also interferes with penetration during sexual intercourse.
Consultation
The first step is a consultation with Dr. Arianayagam. You should frankly discuss your goals and expectations at this consultation.
Dr. Arianayagam will ask you a variety of questions about your current health situation, medications, allergies and any past medical treatments. He will carefully examine your genital area before discussing the options available and his recommendations.
Ideally, a second consultation is had a week or two later to give you the opportunity to come back with more questions and to confirm your decision.
Procedure
This problem of a hidden or "Crypto" penis is treated by the use of a 5 Flap Z Plasty procedure which helps to rearrange the skin of the penis, to permit a more normal start of the penile skin at the top end of the scrotum.
This exposes the full length of the penis and allows normal penetration.
The surgery is done under general anaesthesia and a two-week period of rest is required after the surgery.
All types of sexual activity has to be abstained from for six weeks.
There are few risks from the surgery as the penile skin is very vascular.
Some revision surgery may be required at about six months to improve the appearance of the penis.
Any surgery will leave scars, but they are made as inconspicuous as possible, using fine stitches and positioning the incisions so the scars will be difficult to see once they fade.
Dr Arianayagem will provide you with information and advice on scar management and minimisation.
As with all surgical procedures, there will always be risks such as post-operative bleeding, allergic reactions, and haemotoma.
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]]>The Surgical Treatment of Webs of the Neck, Genitals and Feet
Webs can be congenital or following trauma, especially burns or surgery.
They are unsightly, interfere with function and difficult to treat.
Of the congenital types, the Penoscrotal web is particularly difficult to cope with as it makes the penis look extremely short and interferes with penetration during sexual intercourse.
Since 1980, when I came across a description by Hirshowitz et al in The “Hand” describing a combined Z Plasty / Y-V Advancement 5 flap technique, I have used the technique in webs in various parts of the body and have had excellent results.
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