Verified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Craig Rubinstein

Craig Rubinstein

Verified
  • Coco Ruby Plastic Surgery
  • Hawthorn East, Victoria, Australia
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Patient review

01/07/2015

Breast Augmentation

Originally I went to Craig wanting a mummy makeover - a BA and TT. I was blown away when Craig recommended I NOT have a TT or lipo on my tummy because the scar and overall results would not be worth it given the minimal amount of saggy skin I had to remove. I had always hated my belly, especially after having 2 kids, but to hear from one of Australia's top plastic surgeons that he advised against a TT made me realise it wasn't that bad after all. I don't think you'll find too many surgeons this honest and realistic.

My boobs were another story. I have never even been able to fill a AA cup. Even when I was breastfeeding my boobs only grew to an A cup.

Craig asked numerous questions to gain a thorough understanding of what kind of breasts I wanted. Before my surgery I racked up 4 visits to his practice to discuss sizing, try on sizers and to use the Vectra 3D imaging. On a number of visits I had to take my baby and this was never a problem with Craig or his staff. As a Mum with little family support, this added to my appreciation of Craig and his staff.

On the day of surgery Craig made me feel at ease. I was pleased to hear him say the surgery went well whilst I was recovering later that night in hospital.

My recovery in the first week went really well and I attribute this to Craig's surgery skills. I had no bruising and was off all heavy pain medication by day 3 and off Panadol by day 5. 

At my one week visit, Craig and one of his lovely nurses gave me the run down on care for the next 8 weeks and I was fitted with two sports bras - size 10 C! Whoo Hoo! 

I'm now day 9 and feel amazing. I feel like I could go for a run although I know this is off the cards for a number of weeks. I'm buzzing and this is partly due to having gorgeous boobs. They still have much dropping to do but I can already tell that they are the perfect size for me. And as a bonus they have completely made me forget about my flabby tummy as I now look in proportion. So I got the mummy makeover I wanted after all.

One of the reasons I chose Craig for my BA was the complete care package he offers. Only one fee to cover everything (surgery, bras, post op care pack etc) and I'm encouraged to eventually visit yearly. I know if there are any problems with my boobs down the track Craig will fix them. Craig and his staff are friendly, attentive and nothing is a problem.

I'm happy to share my before and after pics, and answer any questions - just send me a request.