Dr Rory Dower - Specialist Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon

Dr Rory Dower - Specialist Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon Dr Rory Dower is a specialist plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon based in Somerset West.

He is an internationally trained and committed to offering his patients the very best surgical techniques to achieve a refreshed and natural look. Dr Rory Dower is a specialist plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon based in Somerset West, South Africa.

Facelift surgery is one of the procedures I focus on most in my practice. 👥Over the years I’ve spent a great deal of tim...
20/04/2026

Facelift surgery is one of the procedures I focus on most in my practice. 👥

Over the years I’ve spent a great deal of time training and refining techniques that allow us to restore facial structure in a way that looks natural and balanced — not tight or overdone. 🌿

For many patients, a deep plane is the most effective way to lift and reposition the deeper tissues of the face, rather than simply tightening the skin. This approach allows the face to move and age more naturally while restoring definition through the jawline and neck.

Every face is different, and the goal is never to change how someone looks — but rather to help them look like a well-rested, refreshed version of themselves. 👩🏼‍🦳

This result is a lovely example of what thoughtful, carefully planned facelift surgery can achieve.
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Breast augmentation is designed to enhance shape, restore lost volume, or improve overall symmetry. ⚖️In this case, care...
31/03/2026

Breast augmentation is designed to enhance shape, restore lost volume, or improve overall symmetry. ⚖️

In this case, carefully selected implants were used to create a natural-looking increase in fullness while maintaining a soft, balanced silhouette. 👤

The goal is never to change who you are — but to refine and enhance what’s already there. 🙌🏼

Facelift surgery has evolved significantly over the past decade. 🧖🏻‍♀️Today’s most advanced techniques focus on restorin...
25/03/2026

Facelift surgery has evolved significantly over the past decade. 🧖🏻‍♀️

Today’s most advanced techniques focus on restoring deeper facial structures rather than tightening the skin alone. 🧬

One of these techniques is the Deep Plane Facelift.
By lifting and repositioning the structural layer of the face (the SMAS), this procedure restores natural contours to the cheeks, jawline, and midface — producing results that look refreshed rather than “done.”

Dr Rory Dower specialises in deep plane facelift surgery and approaches each procedure with the goal of restoration, balance, and natural elegance.

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The Age Question 🙋‍♀️ “What is the right age for a facelift?” There is no magic number. Age alone doesn’t determine cand...
16/03/2026

The Age Question 🙋‍♀️

“What is the right age for a facelift?”

There is no magic number. Age alone doesn’t determine candidacy. Skin quality, bone structure, genetics, and overall health matter far more.

That said, most patients consider a in their early 40s to mid-50s — when signs of laxity and sagging begin to appear.

Here’s what many people don’t realise: When performed earlier, a facelift tends to be subtler. 🤩

Tissues are more resilient. Results are often more natural. And longevity improves. 👄

Waiting until later in life can still create beautiful improvements — but earlier intervention often restores a youthful appearance more seamlessly.

The Conversation Has Changed 🗣️Facelift surgery is back in focus — but not for the reasons you think. There was a time w...
10/03/2026

The Conversation Has Changed 🗣️

Facelift surgery is back in focus — but not for the reasons you think.

There was a time when surgery was whispered about.

Today, it’s discussed openly — and understood very differently.

Modern facelift surgery is no longer about pulling skin tight. It’s about repositioning deeper facial structures for results that look natural, refined, and balanced. ⚖️

Techniques such as deep plane lifting and structural repositioning allow patients to look like themselves — just fresher, more rested.

The stigma is fading. What’s replacing it? Appreciation for precision, planning, and artistry.

In the next post, we’ll answer one of the most common questions I’m asked: When is the right time to consider a facelift?

✨ Trend #2: Subtle Is Powerful 💪🏽 The most requested look for 2026? ✨ Refreshed, not transformed.Think: • Soft facial r...
17/02/2026

✨ Trend #2: Subtle Is Powerful 💪🏽

The most requested look for 2026?

✨ Refreshed, not transformed.

Think:

• Soft facial rejuvenation
• Balanced proportions ⚖️
• Results that friends notice… but can’t explain 🤩

More than aesthetics — this procedure can improve both vision and quality of life. 👀 As we age, drooping upper eyelids c...
09/02/2026

More than aesthetics — this procedure can improve both vision and quality of life. 👀

As we age, drooping upper eyelids can begin to interfere with sight, cause eye fatigue, and create a constantly tired or heavy appearance. 🫩

repair combined with upper helps lift and support the eyelids, restoring a more open field of vision and a brighter, more alert expression — while still looking completely natural and in harmony with your features. ✨

The goal is not to change how you look, but to help you look like yourself again: rested, refreshed, and confident. 🤩🤩🤩

What’s Next in Aesthetic Care: 2026 Trends 📈We’re breaking down the biggest self-care and procedure planning trends. Ove...
06/02/2026

What’s Next in Aesthetic Care: 2026 Trends 📈

We’re breaking down the biggest self-care and procedure planning trends. Over the next few posts, we’ll be sharing the key trends shaping aesthetic care in 2026.

✨ Trend #1: Intentional Aesthetics

2026 is the year of thoughtful self-care, meaning less impulse treatments and more long-term planning.

Patients are choosing:
• Consultations with a roadmap 🗺️
• Gradual, natural-looking results
• Treatments and procedures that fit into real life 🗓️

Aesthetic surgery is no longer about doing more — it’s about doing what’s right for you.

This patient’s transformation was achieved through a comprehensive body contouring plan — one of my key areas of surgica...
05/02/2026

This patient’s transformation was achieved through a comprehensive body contouring plan — one of my key areas of surgical focus. 🧑‍⚕️

Her procedure included a combination of:

• Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) to restore abdominal contour
• Breast lift to improve shape and position
• Targeted contouring to create better balance and proportion across the body

Rather than addressing a single area, looks at the body as a whole.

My approach is always to create harmony between the abdomen, chest, and waist, while maintaining natural-looking results. 🌱

Every treatment plan is carefully tailored to the individual — considering anatomy, lifestyle, and long-term goals — with safety and recovery forming an essential part of the process. 🩹🏥

Body contouring is not about changing who you are, it’s about helping you feel more comfortable, confident, and aligned with your body again.

Nothing means more to us than hearing how a patient feels on the other side of their journey. Grateful for the trust, th...
29/01/2026

Nothing means more to us than hearing how a patient feels on the other side of their journey. Grateful for the trust, the courage, and the kind words. ✨

🎉 As we step into a fresh year, we’re simply grateful — for the familiar faces, the new ones, and the trust you place in...
02/01/2026

🎉 As we step into a fresh year, we’re simply grateful — for the familiar faces, the new ones, and the trust you place in us every day.

If 2026 is the year you’re ready to prioritise confidence, refine what’s been bothering you, or explore a treatment you’ve been curious about, consider this your sign.

Wishing you a year filled with courage, clarity, and choices that make you feel good in your own skin.
Let’s make it a beautiful one. ✨

Happy New Year! 🥳

✨ Merry Christmas from Dr Dower & Team 🎄What a year it’s been — full of real moments, real stories, and the privilege of...
26/12/2025

✨ Merry Christmas from Dr Dower & Team 🎄

What a year it’s been — full of real moments, real stories, and the privilege of caring for the people who walk through our doors.May your holidays be restful, joyful, and filled with the kind of moments that make you pause and smile.😊

From our practice to your family,
Merry Christmas 🎅🏼🎄

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