Breast
Why I prefer saline breast implants
Dr. Kirwan’s preference for saline implants, the practical differences from silicone gel, and the trade-offs to discuss at consultation.
3 min read
Journal
Notes from the practice
Plain-language writing on consultations, recovery, and the decisions behind a natural result. Written for patients, not for search engines.
Articles
5 articles
Selected article covers are AI-generated editorial illustrations, not patient photographs or treatment results.
Facelift
Benefits of Local Anaesthesia with Conscious Sedation (LACS)
Why Dr. Kirwan favors LACS for suitable facial surgery: less nausea, smoother recovery and attention to temperature, blood pressure and hematoma prevention.
4 min read
Face
Six underrated procedures that can make a big difference
Chin augmentation, lip lifting, buccal fat removal, fat transfer, chemical peeling and eyelid surgery: focused options with individual considerations.
4 min read
Practice notes
Wide-awake plastic surgery: selected procedures under local anesthesia
What office-based surgery under local anesthesia can involve, from procedure selection to recovery and transport planning.
5 min read
Consultation
Preparing for your consultation
What to bring, what to think about beforehand, and the questions that make the hour most useful.
6 min read
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