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

10/01/2026

Scar Therapy After Breast Reduction Surgery

Scar care is an important part of your recovery after breast reduction surgery. In this video, I talk through when scar treatment usually starts, the types of scar therapies that may be recommended, and how consistent aftercare can help scars mature over time. Every patient and every scar heals differently, so your plan should always be individualised.

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📌 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

09/01/2026

Tomorrow, you should not be sunbaking.

On a 38–40°C day, UV exposure is intense. Prolonged sunbaking accelerates skin ageing by breaking down collagen and elastin, contributing to fine lines, pigmentation, and loss of skin quality over time.

Repeated, unprotected sun exposure also increases the risk of skin cancers, including melanoma.

You can invest in skincare, but it won’t undo hours of high UV exposure. Sun protection and limiting exposure matter just as much.

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

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

08/01/2026

If you’ve been wondering what actually happens in your first consultation with me, this video is for you.
I know that first appointment can feel a little nerve-wracking -especially if you’ve been waiting for it - but my goal is to make you feel comfortable, informed, and truly heard.

Your consult is a chance to talk through your concerns, ask all the questions you want (there are no silly ones), and have a thorough, honest discussion about your options, expectations, and whether surgery is right for you. We take the time to go through everything properly, so you can make a confident, informed decision.

📌 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

04/01/2026

Your pre-loved bras go to women and girls experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, or hardship. Support The Girls Australia distributes these essentials to help restore dignity, comfort, and confidence to those who need it most.

💖 How to Donate Your Preloved Bras

🩷 Drop them off at:
📍 Dr Kelly Thornbury’s Clinic
Suite 2, Level 1
15 Cross Street
Double Bay NSW 2028
🕘 Open: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

✅ Checklist Before Donating:
• 🧼 Bras are washed
• 🎀 Shoulder straps are in good working order
• 📏 Sides of the bras aren’t stretched or damaged
• 🚫 No stains or perspiration marks
• 🔗 Hooks and eyes are secure, with no rust
• 🧷 Underwires are intact — push gently to check they’re not poking out

Support

03/01/2026

The internal bra technique I use does not involve mesh. Instead, it uses a precise running suture placed during surgery, which encourages your own tissue to form scar support as it heals. This scar tissue helps reinforce and maintain the breast position, effectively locking in the baseline created at surgery.

There is a mesh-based internal bra technique that exists, however this is generally used in selected breast augmentation cases, most commonly when very heavy implants require additional structural support. Mesh is not required for every patient or every procedure.

In my practice, this suture-based internal support technique is performed in every breast surgery, as part of a structured approach to stability, longevity, and support - using your own tissue rather than introducing foreign material.

📌 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

02/01/2026

Before

36-year-old female with existing 375cc breast implants, presenting with bottoming out and wide cleavage lines prior to revision surgery.

After (2 months post-operative)

Implant exchange to custom dual plane placement with 495cc Mentor CPG anatomical implants, addressing bottoming out and wide cleavage lines.

This case demonstrates a breast implant revision performed to address implant bottoming out and wide cleavage lines.
By removing the existing implants and transitioning to a custom dual plane approach with anatomical implants, improved implant support and positioning were achieved.
Results shown are at 2 months post-operative. Individual outcomes vary.

📌 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

27/12/2025

🥕 How many bowls of carrots are you actually willing to eat for retinol?

We talk a lot about vitamin A and skin health, but here’s the reality 👇
Retinol doesn’t come directly from carrots. Carrots contain beta-carotene, which your body then has to convert into active vitamin A.

And that conversion?
• It’s inefficient
• It varies person to person
• It depends on gut health, genetics, and liver function

To get a meaningful amount of usable retinol purely from carrots, you’d be looking at multiple bowls every single day - not just one 🥕🥕🥕
And even then, there’s no guarantee your skin will actually see the benefit.

This is why, from a science-based perspective, the most reliable and controlled way to use retinol for skin is still topical application - where the active ingredient is delivered directly to the skin in a measured, regulated way.

Food matters. Nutrition matters.
But when it comes to targeted skin ageing concerns, topical retinoids remain the gold standard.

📌 Disclaimer:
This post is for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health professional. Individual results vary, and treatments carry 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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26/12/2025

I heard crochet is a thing now.

25/12/2025

When considering breast augmentation, it’s important to remember that your overall body proportions play a significant role in achieving a balanced and natural result. One key factor is your waistline. Your natural breast baseline—essentially where your breasts sit relative to your torso—should guide decisions about implant size.

If your natural breast tissue extends beyond your baseline and starts to reduce the appearance of your waistline, larger implants may further diminish that balance, making the torso appear fuller. Ideally, breast implants should enhance your chest without overwhelming your waistline. This approach helps maintain a harmonious silhouette and ensures that your results complement your body’s natural proportions.

As a specialist plastic surgeon, I carefully assess each patient’s torso, waistline, and baseline breast position to select an implant size and shape that achieves a balanced, natural outcome tailored to their body. Every decision is made with your overall proportions in mind to enhance your figure while respecting your unique anatomy.

📌 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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