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
• Head and neck tumour

• 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

• 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

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
• Neurofibroma
• Angioma

• 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)

• 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 plastic surgeon before undergoing any treatment. Where appropriate, Specialist Central will provide referrals for patients requiring plastic surgery carried out by our surgeons.

Medical Team – Plastic Surgery

Specialists Central’s 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

1. Am I a good candidate for 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.

2. Can I perform daily activities immediately after plastic surgery/treatment?
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.

3. What should I pay attention to when receiving the hyaluronic acid 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.

4. Do I need a referral from a general practitioner to make an appointment for plastic surgery?
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.

5. Can I have surgical consultation and treatment on the same day?
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.

6. What are the medical fees? Do specialist clinics accept health care vouchers? Can I pay via medical insurance?
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.