Written by: Dr Serna Cardoso - BHSc, MBChB (Wits), DipPEC (SA) 1st Appointment: The Bridal Doctor Consultation When: 6 months to go Who: Dr Cardoso and Dr Nerina Wilkinson SKIN’s therapists. What: Skin consult, VISIA Complexion Analysis, customized home skin care regime, 6 month treatment plan drawn up Cost: R800 MEDICAL SKIN ASSESSMENT: [...]
Written by: Dr Serena Cardoso - BHSc, MBChB (WITS), DipPEC (SA) I’m getting married! The three words every women wants to gloat about over dinner with friends and it’s something I certainly do! It’s such an exciting time in one’s life and can also be a little stressful, bridezilla anyone? There are vast amounts of [...]
Written by: Dr Nerina Wilkinson - MBChB (Stell), FCS Plast (SA) A youthful face is a face with beautiful soft curves created by perfectly placed volume and a radiant skin. To therefore achieve a totally rejuvenating effect it is of utmost importance to correct both volume and skin quality. I see so many patients who [...]
Vaginal Laser. Written By: Dr Serena Cardoso - BHSc, MB BCh (WITS), DipPEC (SA). Jenna* is statuesque, funny and frank. She appears to be in her late 40s and often talks about her husband in our consultations. On the surface they seem to be incredibly happy together and very much in love. However, at a [...]
Written by Dr Marisa Heyns - MBChB (UCT), MSc Aesthetic Medicine and Therapeutics WHAT ARE PRP REJUVENATION TREATMENTS? The Vampire Facial has become synonymous with the Khardashians’ and other uber conscious fashionistas’ beauty treatments. For most of the clients that know me, I tend to err on the side of caution with treatments that create [...]
Breast augmentation surgery remains the most common plastic surgery procedure to date. We all understand the importance of selecting a qualified, specialist plastic surgeon and reputable, licensed clinic. However, most patients don’t realise that the choice of breast implant is a very important decision – perhaps even more important than the surgeon or the clinic. [...]
As with most good things in life, breast implants do not last forever. They come with an expiration date, deeming it necessary to have them either replaced or removed at some point Dr Nerina Wilkinson, plastic surgeon, reports on the common risks and complications that can occur when this factor is overlooked.
I would urge you to read through these recommendations when planning your surgery and travel arrangements. Should you have any specific queries please do not hesitate to contact me. PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY 1. Your Itinerary - take note of the following: You should plan to arrive in Cape Town at least 2 days prior to [...]
According to a new survey, requests for the breast lift surgery has sky-rocketed of late, even outpacing breast implants by two-to-one. DR Nerina Wilkinson discusses this procedure and its rising trend...
It's been well documented that out fatty tissue contains a rich supply of stem cells - and is widely used in the aesthetics field because of its anti-ageing effects. However, did you know that out fat derived stem cells may not only be the answer to curing many diseases - but for improving scars as [...]
