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Dr Kelly Thornbury

Dr Kelly Thornbury is a fully qualified Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon based in Sydney

17/11/2025

Implant weight matters! When choosing a breast implant, it’s important to consider not just the size in CCs but also the weight in grams. CC (cubic centimeters) measures volume, but the actual weight affects how your body feels over time. For example, a 300 CC silicone implant weighs about 300 grams, while an 800 CC implant weighs around 800 grams. Heavier implants can place more strain on your chest and back, potentially impacting posture, comfort, and long-term breast tissue health. Understanding both volume and weight helps you make a choice that balances your aesthetic goals with your long-term well-being.

📌 Disclaimer:
This post is for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health professional. Individual results vary, and surgery carries risks. A thorough assessment and discussion of risks, benefits, and alternatives are essential before proceeding.

Dr. Kelly Thornbury | Board-Certified Specialist Plastic Surgeon
MED0001195164

16/11/2025

A 34-year-old mother underwent a bilateral breast reduction and abdominoplasty to help relieve discomfort and support her confidence after pregnancy. At 3 months post-operation, she is healing well, with 229 g removed from the right breast, 103 g from the left, and 578 g and 604 g removed from the abdominal area.

📌 Disclaimer:
This post is for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health professional. Individual results vary, and surgery carries risks. A thorough assessment and discussion of risks, benefits, and alternatives are essential before proceeding.

Dr. Kelly Thornbury | Board-Certified Specialist Plastic Surgeon
MED0001195164

15/11/2025

Breast Reductions Result & Information

📌 Disclaimer:
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for a consultation with a qualified health professional. Individual results vary, and all procedures carry potential risks. A thorough, personalised assessment is essential before proceeding with any treatment.

14/11/2025

Swelling and nerve irritation after surgery can make the breasts feel numb, overly sensitive, or “different” for a few weeks to months. As the nerves recover, sensation usually returns gradually.
A small number of patients may notice longer-term changes in sensitivity (either reduced or heightened), but complete permanent loss of sensation is uncommon. Your surgeon will discuss factors like implant placement, incision type, and your anatomy, which all influence nerve recovery.

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📌 Disclaimer:
This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health professional. Individual results vary, and surgery carries risks. A thorough assessment and discussion of risks, benefits, and alternatives are essential before proceeding.

13/11/2025

If you’re over 40 and considering breast reduction surgery, I usually recommend having a mammogram before your consultation. This helps give us important baseline information about your breast tissue and ensures there are no underlying changes that need to be checked before surgery.

Dr. Kelly Thornbury often arranges a mammogram during the preoperative period if one hasn’t been done recently - but having it done in advance can help streamline your journey and give us a clearer picture from the start.

Regular breast screening is an important part of women’s health, and even if you’re not planning surgery, keeping up to date with mammograms every 2 years (as recommended for women over 40 by BreastScreen Australia) is a good idea.

📌 Disclaimer:
This post is for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health professional. Individual results vary, and surgery carries risks. A thorough assessment and discussion of risks, benefits, and alternatives are essential before proceeding.

Dr. Kelly Thornbury | Board-Certified Specialist Plastic Surgeon
MED0001195164.

09/11/2025

Yes ladies - when we say no smoking or va**ng before surgery, it’s not a suggestion - it’s to prevent tissue loss, including the ni**le.

Even one v**e or cigarette can reduce blood flow to the skin after breast surgery. In the worst cases, the tissue - including the ni**le - can be damaged or lost. That’s why we take the no-nicotine rule seriously.

📌 Disclaimer:
This post is for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health professional. Individual results vary, and surgery carries risks. A thorough assessment and discussion of risks, benefits, and alternatives are essential before proceeding.

Dr. Kelly Thornbury | Board-Certified Specialist Plastic Surgeon
MED0001195164.

08/11/2025

Teardrop (or anatomical) breast implants are uniquely designed to mimic the natural slope of the breast, with more fullness at the bottom and a gentle taper toward the top. To ensure the implant sits in the correct position, a small orientation marker is placed at the bottom of the implant. This marker helps the surgeon confirm that the implant hasn’t rotated - which is important because even a slight turn could alter the breast’s shape or symmetry. While rotation is uncommon, the marker provides a simple and reliable way for surgeons to verify alignment during and after surgery, helping to maintain the desired, natural-looking contour.

📌 Disclaimer:
This post is for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health professional. Individual results vary, and surgery carries risks. A thorough assessment and discussion of risks, benefits, and alternatives are essential before proceeding.

07/11/2025

Bilateral Breast Reduction | 25-year-old female
This patient underwent a bilateral breast reduction procedure.
Starting cup size: 10F
Breast tissue removed:
• Right breast – 340 g
• Left breast – 435 g

Breast reduction surgery aims to reduce breast volume and improve physical comfort and breast symmetry. Surgical plans are individualised following a detailed consultation and assessment.

📌 Disclaimer:
This post is for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health professional. Individual results vary, and surgery carries risks. A thorough assessment and discussion of risks, benefits, and alternatives are essential before proceeding.

Dr. Kelly Thornbury | Board-Certified Specialist Plastic Surgeon
MED0001195164

06/11/2025

People don’t always see the behind-the-scenes - some surgical days can go for 24+ hours with multiple cases back-to-back. Surgeons definitely build stamina… and a strong bladder 😅

02/11/2025

Why has my ni**le piercing moved or changed after a breast reduction?

01/11/2025

Combining a breast lift and augmentation in the same surgery can sometimes compromise the outcome. A lift tightens and reshapes the breast, while an augmentation stretches the tissues by adding volume - two opposing goals. Performing both at once can increase the risk of wound healing problems, implant malposition, or uneven results. In many cases, staging the procedures allows the tissue to settle and heal properly, leading to a safer and more predictable outcome.

📌 Disclaimer:
This post is for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health professional. Individual results vary, and surgery carries risks. A thorough assessment and discussion of risks, benefits, and alternatives are essential before proceeding.

Dr. Kelly Thornbury | Board-Certified Specialist Plastic Surgeon
MED0001195164.

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