Explore educational resources on facial surgery from Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic Surgeon. This blog covers facelift procedures, eyelid surgery, facial contouring, and neck rejuvenation techniques. Articles provide general information about surgical steps, recovery, and important considerations.
Surgical outcomes vary for each person, and all procedures carry risks. The content here is intended for education only and is not a substitute for personalised medical advice. A thorough consultation with a qualified health practitioner is essential before pursuing surgery.
Dr Michael Kernohan is a Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney. A neck lift and lower facelift treat related but different areas, and the right option depends on whether the main concern is the neck, jawline, lower face or a combination. A neck lift is usually focused on the neck, under-chin area and platysma
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Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney, speaks with many patients who want to know how long facelift results may last. This is a reasonable question, but the answer is not the same for every person. Facelift surgery can address selected lower-face, jawline and neck changes at one point in time. It
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Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney, discusses incision placement and scar planning with patients before facelift surgery. Scars are a normal part of facelift surgery, and understanding where they may sit can help patients make a more informed decision. Many patients are concerned about whether facelift scars will be visible, how
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Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney, assesses the neck in layers when planning neck lift surgery. This is important because fullness under the chin or in the upper neck is not always caused by loose skin or surface fat alone. Subplatysmal fat is deeper fat that sits beneath the platysma muscle
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Introduction Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney, assesses a heavier-looking neck by looking at the neck, jawline, lower face, skin quality and deeper support structures. Fullness under the chin is not always caused by body weight alone. Some patients have fullness under the chin even when their weight is stable. Others
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Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in South West Sydney, assesses loose neck skin by looking at the neck, jawline, lower face, skin quality and deeper support structures. Surgical options after 40, 50 and 60 may include neck lift surgery, a combined face and neck lift, platysma surgery or other tailored approaches depending
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Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney, assesses the neck, jawline and lower face together when patients ask whether they need an isolated neck lift or combined face procedures. An isolated neck lift may be appropriate when the main concern is in the neck, while combined surgery may be considered when the
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Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney, plans facelift surgery by assessing the lower face, jawline, neck, skin quality and deeper tissue support. A “pulled” look is usually avoided by reducing skin-only tension, supporting deeper tissues appropriately and matching the technique to the patient’s anatomy. Many patients considering facelift surgery worry about
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Preparing well for facelift surgery is one of the most important things you can do to support your health and your results. In Sydney, Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, spends a lot of time helping patients get ready before surgery day – not just talking about technique. Careful preparation can reduce some
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A neck lift is a surgical procedure that addresses age‑related changes in the neck, such as looseness in skin, muscle banding, and loss of jawline definition. While the underlying surgical principles are similar for all patients, anatomical differences between female and male patients influence planning, technique, and aesthetic goals. Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic &
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When people in their 40s, 50s and 60s start planning a facelift, they often focus on scars, technique and recovery time. Medications and supplements can be just as important because they may affect bleeding, blood pressure, healing and anaesthesia. In Sydney, Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, sees many patients who are surprised
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Swelling after facelift surgery is very common, but it can still feel worrying when you are the one looking in the mirror. In Sydney, Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, spends a lot of time helping patients understand what is normal, what can help at home, and when swelling needs an early review.
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Many people feel more nervous about the anaesthetic than the facelift surgery itself. It is very common to ask, “What actually happens when I go to sleep?” and “How risky is it for me?” In Sydney, Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, often meets patients who want clear information about what general anaesthesia
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When people start looking into facelift surgery, one of the first questions is, “How much does it cost in Sydney?” In Sydney, Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, explains that facelift fees are made up of several parts – not just the surgeon’s fee. The final figure depends on your anatomy, the exact
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Why Technique Matters In Neck Lift Surgery When planning a neck lift – especially in combination with a facelift – one of the core decisions a surgeon makes is which tissue plane to reposition and tighten. Two commonly discussed approaches are the High‑SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) technique and the Deep‑Plane technique. Both are designed to
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Dr Michael Kernohan MBBS MSc BDS MRCS FDSRCS FRCS(Plast), FRACS (Plast) Dr Kernohan is a Sydney-based Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon providing plastic surgery procedures for the face, nose, breast and body. He also offers complex reconstructive procedures following trauma, skin cancer surgery, and a range of cancer treatments.
Dr Kernohan is able to care for both public and private patients and has an additional leadership role as Director of Surgical Specialities.
Main Clinic: Gregory Hills Consults at: Bowral, Liverpool and Surry Hills
