Plastic Surgery
Plastic surgery is a surgical speciality involving the restoration, reconstruction, or refinement of physical defects of form or function due to injuries in accidents or diseases, or congenital defects. Reconstructive surgery and cosmetic/aesthetic surgery are essential components of plastic surgery. The treatment scope of the speciality covers the body, limbs, facial features (eyes, ears, mouth and nose) and skin.
When assessing treatment options, plastic surgeons will consider the patient’s physical condition and utilize both reconstructive and aesthetic principles to optimize the appearance, functional outcome and the quality of life of their patients.
Specialists Central operates across two clinics in Central and Mong Kok. With in-house facilities that meet international standards and led by experienced plastic surgeons and practitioners, we are here to offer one-stop healthcare from consultation, risk assessment, examination, diagnosis to surgery and treatment services for patients requiring plastic surgeries.
Diseases & Conditions
Head & Neck Surgery
Thyroid diseases
Thyroid diseases include goitre, hyperthyroidism, thyroid cancer and parathyroid adenoma, etc.
Salivary gland tumour
Most are benign, with painless lumps occurring in the parotid gland being the most common presentation.
Head and neck tumour
Commonly seen in inflammatory infections, congenital cysts, or tumors.
Tongue cancer, mouth cancer
After removal of a head and neck tumour, there is a risk of facial tissue loss, or occlusal or speech dysfunction requiring reconstructive surgery.
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma
A malignant tumor formed by the abnormal proliferation of nasopharyngeal cells. It has a higher incidence rate in males (approximately 3:1) and is most commonly seen in individuals aged 40 to 60.
Head & Neck Tissue Defects
Most are congenital structural deformities, which are repaired by skin graft to restore the function and maintain the cosmetic outcomes.
Traumatic defects of facial tissues
Defects in soft tissue and bone caused by accidents, burns, or tumor resection, which severely impact appearance and function.
Skin & Subcutaneous Tissue Lesions
Sebaceous cyst, lipoma, epidermoid cyst
They are common benign tumours of the skin, generally not life-threatening and can be completely removed in most cases.
Dermatofibroma
A common benign (non-cancerous) skin tumor, typically occurring on the limbs. It presents as a firm, small papule ranging from brown to reddish-brown in color, usually with a diameter of less than 2 cm.
Neurofibroma
A common benign tumor originating from the nerve sheath, typically growing in the skin or peripheral nerves.
Angioma
A benign tumor formed by the proliferation of vascular endothelial cells or the dilation of blood vessels, most commonly seen in infants (strawberry hemangioma) or in the liver.
Common skin cancers (basal cell, squamous cell, melanocyte)
Malignant tumours on the skin, most found on the face, neck and arms where they are most exposed to sunlight, are among the commonest cancers in Hong Kong.
Rare skin cancers (Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans, malignant fibrous histiocytoma, Merkel cell carcinoma)
Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans (DFSP) grows slowly but has a high tendency for local recurrence; Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma (MFH), now more commonly referred to as Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma (UPS), is highly invasive; Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) is an extremely malignant and rapidly progressing neuroendocrine carcinoma.
Keloid scar
It comes from the overgrowth of scar tissue, leading to the one that becomes thick, lumpy, raised and larger than the original wound. Although keloids are not harmful to your health, they may create cosmetic concerns.
Congenital Defects
Cleft lip and palate
Cleft lip and cleft palate are common birth defects that occur when a baby’s lip or mouth do not form properly during pregnancy.
Microtia
It is a congenital deformity of the outer ear where the ear does not fully develop during the first few weeks of pregnancy. Microtia describes the smaller outer ear with the absence of the ear canal.
Pigmented birthmark / Congenital skin tumour
Abnormal growths that form on the skin before birth and are different in shape and colour from normal skin.
Diagnoses & Treatments
Our clinic provides one-stop consultation, examination and treatment services in plastic surgery to meet the needs of patients holistically, from preventive screening, medication to surgical treatment. The scope of services includes:
Aesthetic & Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
Double eyelid surgery (non-incisional suture, incision or cutting method, drooping eyelid correction), lower eyelid (eye bag) surgery (scarless or non-scarless approach), correction of nose shape (rhinoplasty), lipoinjection, correction of chin/jaw shape, lip reshaping, facelift, ear reshaping (protruding ear), keloids on ear piercing, ultrasonic liposuction, tummy tuck, hyperhidrosis treatment, botulinum toxin injection, hyaluronic acid injection, laser treatment (spot removal), HIFU ultrasonic skin tightening, monopolar radiofrequency treatment, Fraxel, Liposonix, Ulthera, Scarlet, Pico Laser, absorbable suture and lifting treatment, mole removal
Diagnosis of Head & Neck Diseases
Pharyngeal endoscopy and biopsy, tracheal and bronchial endoscopy, head and neck diagnostic ultrasound, fine needle aspiration, biopsy, serology test for nasopharyngeal cancer
Head &d Neck Surgery
Diagnosis and surgery of thyroid disease, parathyroid surgery, surgery for salivary gland tumours (parotid adenoma, submandibular tumour, salivary gland stones), tumour removal (lymph node cleft cyst, thyroglossal cyst), head & neck cancer diagnosis, excision and reconstruction surgery (tongue cancer, mouth cancer, maxillary cancer, mandibular cancer, larynx cancer), surgery for recurrent nasopharyngeal cancer (maxillary swing approach), neck dissection, facial reconstruction after trauma, reconstruction after head & neck surgery
Surgery for Skin & Subcutaneous Tissue Lesions
Excision of common skin tumours [for clinic surgery] (sebaceous cyst, lipoma, epidermoid cyst, dermatofibroma, neurofibroma, angioma), Skin lesion removal/electrodesiccation /cryotherapy, scar treatment (improving a scar by making it less noticeable)
Skin Cancer Excision and Reconstructive Surgery
Common skin cancers (basal cell, squamous cell, melanocyte), Rare skin cancers (Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans, malignant fibrous histiocytoma, Merkel cell carcinoma)
Breast Surgery
Breast augmentation (implant & fat grafting), breast reduction & mammoplasty, breast reconstruction (implant, pedicle flap, free flap), nipple reconstruction, gynaecomastia surgery
Reconstructive Surgery for Congenital Defects
Cleft lip & palate repair surgery, microtia repair surgery, preauricular sinus excision, pigmented birthmark / congenital skin tumour
Other Plastic Surgery
Skin graft, flap surgery (local flap and free flap), microvascular surgery, nerve anastomosis, inguinal lymph node dissection, recurrent ventral hernia repair, complex hernia repair, facial nerve repair, circumcision, concealed penis repair
Emergency Services
Stitches for external wounds (including deep skin tissue), traumatic wound care, Postoperative wound care, foreign body removal, incision and drainage of skin abscesses, burn treatment, facial fracture surgery (orbital, nasal, maxillary or mandibular bone), emergency tracheotomy
The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of examinations and treatments offered by our clinic. Please seek professional advice from your specialist in cardiothoracic surgery before undergoing any treatment. Where appropriate, Specialists Central can provide hospital referral services for patients requiring cardiothoracic surgery to be performed by our specialists.
Medical Team – Plastic Surgery
Specialists Central’s team includes medical team consists of plastic surgeons and experienced healthcare professionals, who work together to provide plastic surgeries for patients with different medical conditions. We have an array of advanced and precise medical facilities in place to cater for various applications regarding plastic surgery. We are committed to providing accurate diagnoses and developing a personalised care plan for every patient.
FAQ – Plastic Surgery
Though plastic surgery is becoming more common, there are risks associated with different procedures and treatments. Patients should choose a plastic surgeon who is legally registered in Hong Kong, have adequate communication with the surgeon before undergoing plastic surgery, including health conditions and expected results, and be sure to understand the risks involved.
There are different recovery periods for different plastic surgery procedures and treatments. To ensure that the desired outcome is achieved, you should take medication, rest and avoid certain types of diet and activities, including alcoholic, spicy and blood-boosting foods, outdoor activities and stressful work, and attend follow-up appointments, as directed by your doctor after surgery/treatment.
Under the Medical Device Administrative Control System (MDACS) managed by the Department of Health, dermal fillers are classified as Class IV (i.e. high risk) medical devices belonging to the group of “tissue reconstructive materials” All listed medical devices must conform to the requirements of MDACS on safety, performance, and quality. To ensure the safety of our customers and treatments, we use approved materials that are legally registered in Hong Kong only.
Specialist consultation at Specialists Central does not require a referral from a general practitioner. You can call our clinic directly and make an appointment with our plastic surgeons.
An appointment is required for our specialist services. You are advised to Contact Us to make an appointment. We will schedule medical consultation for a doctor to understand your condition before arranging appropriate exams and treatment.
Medical fees are determined based on the severity of the patient’s condition, his/her health status, the complexity of the treatment or surgery received, and the postoperative care services.
Health care vouchers can cover some of the costs. Please feel free to contact us for further information.
The medical policy and coverage of each patient vary. Please check with your insurer for the claims process, costs and other details before receiving our specialist outpatient services.
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(852) 3001 6386
(852) 2156 5888
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Sunday and public holidays: Closed
中心地址
中環 (醫思聯匯)
Unit 2503-05, 25/F, 9 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
Tel:(852) 2156 5888
旺角 (醫思專科)
L54, Langham Place Office Tower, 8 Argyle Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon
Tel:(852) 2156 5884
