Have a burning question? See some of Dr Raymond’s most frequently asked questions.
Dr Andrew Raymond is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, a member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons and is qualified to the highest Australian and international standards.
He also holds various educational certificates which you can learn more about on his About Us page.
Dr Andrew Raymond takes a special interest in breast and face surgeries, particularly facial cosmetic surgery, breast augmentations, lifts and reductions, as well as reconstruction after cancer.
Dr Andrew Raymond specialises in cosmetic procedures of the face and breast and body contouring procedures and also treats all forms of skin cancer, hand injuries and ailments.
A doctor’s referral is not required to see Dr Raymond but is highly recommended as it may enable you to receive a Medicare rebate on the cost of your consultation or procedure(s) with an associated Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) item number.
Dr Andrew Raymond operates out of several practice locations, which you can explore online. To find out which location he is currently operating out of or to enquire about his practice hours, call our team today on (02) 4963 1581.
Dr Raymond’s primary practice location is at ASPIRE Plastic Surgery, which is conveniently located at 73 Glebe Road, The Junction NSW 2291. Get directions here or explore his other locations online.
The fee for an initial consultation varies between $220 and $320, depending on the nature of your concern and how long the consultation will be required to go for. The exact fee will be advised in advance when you book the consultation.
Usually, consultation fees are payable on the day, though for some types of consultation a deposit of $100 may be required at the time of booking.
A rebate of $78 will be provided by Medicare if you have a doctor’s referral.
Dr Andrew Raymond’s facial aesthetic procedures include brow lift surgery, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), rhinoplasty (nose surgery), facelifts and neck lifts, otoplasty (ear pinning surgery) and facial contouring.
You can explore Dr Raymond’s facial procedures in further detail here.
Facial asymmetry can be corrected with plastic surgery, but the results will vary depending on the individual case.
It is important to discuss any concerns you may have with your plastic surgeon to make sure they are aware of any possible risks and complications. Typically, facial asymmetry can be corrected with a combination of surgeries such as a facelift, brow lift, or rhinoplasty.
You can explore Dr Raymond’s facial procedures in further detail here.
Before proceeding with any surgical procedure, it’s important to understand that plastic surgery cannot guarantee perfect facial symmetry.
Some facial surgeries that are required due to injuries or medical conditions may be eligible for Medicare or health fund coverage. Examples of this include rhinoplasty surgery to correct breathing problems or fix a deformity due to a previous injury, or upper eyelid surgery to improve vision in people with large amounts of excess skin.
Procedures that are purely cosmetic, such as a facelift to reverse the signs of ageing, are not eligible for any coverage.
Dr Andrew Raymond’s breast procedures include breast augmentation, breast lift (mastopexy), breast reduction (reduction mammoplasty), breast lift with implants, breast reconstruction, breast asymmetry and tuberous breast correction, nipple-areolar correction surgery, as well as breast surgery via fat transfer.
You can explore Dr Raymond’s breast procedures in further detail here.
Dr Raymond offers either Motiva or Mentor implants - the two Australian market leaders in quality and safety. Between these two brands a wide range of implant types, textures and shapes are available, ensuring a fully customised result for each patient.
Yes. In fact, undergoing more than one breast surgery has become quite common. Dr Raymond commonly combines breast implant and fat grafting procedures, or breast augmentations with a lift. By offering combined surgeries he is able to give you the results you want, with only one recovery period.
Before proceeding you should be in good health and not pregnant or breastfeeding.
Dr Andrew Raymond’s body surgical procedures include abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), body lifts, body contouring post-weight loss, liposuction, thigh lifts and arm lifts (brachioplasty).
You can explore Dr Raymond’s body procedures in further detail here.
Yes, you can have more than one surgery at once. One of the most popular combinations of surgical procedures is a package known as a Mummy Makeover. This procedure incorporates a breast procedure in conjunction with a body procedure.
Dr Andrew Raymond suggests that it is safe to combine surgeries as long as your overall health is good and you are not pregnant or breastfeeding. However, it is important to discuss any potential combinations during your consultation to ensure both your chosen surgeon and yourself are aware of any possible risks and complications.
There are a few things you can do to prepare your body for surgery. The most important is to make sure you are healthy and free from infection. You should also stop smoking and avoid drinking alcohol in the weeks leading up to surgery. It is also important to maintain a healthy diet and get plenty of rest in the weeks leading up to plastic surgery.
Any further preparation for your surgery will be discussed in thorough detail during your initial consultation and treatment planning with Dr Raymond to ensure you feel fully informed and comfortable leading before undergoing any surgery.
In general, revision surgeries are more common in patients who undergo multiple procedures at once or have experienced lifestyle changes that may have altered their previous plastic surgery results such as breastfeeding or pregnancy.
Overall, it is difficult to say for certain whether or not you will require a revision plastic surgery, as this depends on a number of individual factors. However, it is important to discuss any potential concerns you may have with your plastic surgeon to ensure they are aware of any possible risks and complications.
The answer to this question varies depending on the person's individual case and what they desire to have reversed.
For example, for previous breast augmentation patients, should you wish to have your breast implants removed for personal or health reasons, Dr Andrew Raymond offers breast implant removal (explant) surgery.
Undergoing any form of plastic surgery is a transformational process and scarring from surgery is inevitable. Thus, removing breast implants (in this example) does not guarantee to achieve your appearance before breast implants as your body has stretched over time to fit your implants.
The most common solution when a patient is unsatisfied with a previous surgery is revision surgery. If you wish to book a consultation to discuss your options, Dr Raymond advises patients to call his practice on 02 4963 1581.
Needing a scar revision after surgery is uncommon, but may occasionally occur. Individual scarring is due to many factors: the nature and location of the incision, the patient’s skin type, their overall health and if any complications occur during healing, such as an infection. A small percentage of people are genetically prone to poor scarring, known as keloid scarring.
During all procedures, Dr Raymond utilises the most advanced techniques to minimise scarring. He also provides patients with advice on what they can do to optimise their scars and includes scar tapes and treatments whenever needed.
Yes. In fact, a normal, healthy diet is strongly encouraged, to provide your body with the nutrients required for a rapid recovery.
Patients will be provided with all of the information and resources necessary during your initial and pre-operative consultations. If you’re looking for further information, Dr Raymond has put together a Patient Resources section for your perusal.
Dr Andrew Raymond and his team are committed to providing all patients with the necessary information and guidelines in preparation for their surgery to ensure this journey is a streamlined process. This is provided as both written guidelines, and as easy access to Dr Raymond and his staff throughout your surgical journey.
Depending on your procedure, you may have little to no downtime, or require up to six weeks off work and strenuous activities. Dr Andrew Raymond generally advises patients to take at least two weeks off from work and other lifestyle activities including exercise following most procedures. Specific post-operative instructions and requirements will be discussed prior to undergoing any surgery.
