Gold Coast, Australia Plastic Surgeon Delivers Presidential Speech at ASAPS Conference in Sydney

Gold Coast AU plastic surgeon and President of the Australasian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) Dr. Craig Layt recently oversaw events and delivered several lectures at the ASAPS Non-Surgical Symposium in Sydney. The conference covered advancements in non-invasive plastic surgery techniques ranging from Cosmetic and other dermal injections to CoolSculpting®, a non-surgical alternative to liposuction. Dr. Layt discusses the importance of attending lectures and keeping up-to-date with the latest developments in order to achieve high-quality results through safe, ethical practice.

Current President of the Australasian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) Dr. Craig Layt recently returned to his Gold Coast plastic surgery practice after heading the ASAPS Non-Surgical Symposium in Sydney. Dr. Layt says the inaugural ASAPS Non-Surgical symposium is an innovation designed to bring together plastic surgeons, dermatologists, cosmetic doctors, dermal therapists, and nurses involved in non-surgical procedures in order to enhance patient outcomes and improve aesthetic results in non-invasive techniques. Held in Sydney, Australia, the ASAPS Non-Surgical Symposium welcomed speakers and guests from the United States, France, Italy, Australia, Canada, Taiwan, the Netherlands, and several other nations. Dr. Layt says he is excited about the discussions that took place and with the direction plastic surgery and non-surgical treatments are heading.

At his practice on the Gold Coast, Dr. Layt focuses on both non-surgical procedures and surgical enhancements such as breast augmentation. He says many of his patients are now looking for subtle cosmetic treatments to complement their natural features, thus seeking any combination of dermal fillers, facial injections, laser skin resurfacing, or a skin tightening treatment like Thermage®. Through lectures such as the recent ASAPS symposium, Dr. Layt says patients can be sure they have access to the latest and most effective treatments available. “These days we have a wide variety of tools available to manage aging. The concept of managing aging rather than jumping straight to surgery is important. Sometimes the best results can be obtained with non-surgical procedures. Sometimes surgery is necessary and sometimes a combination works best. Certainly if a non-surgical procedure is the best option, recovery is generally faster.”

While the conference covered mainly facial enhancements, Dr. Layt also oversaw a session on the emerging technology in non-invasive body sculpting through procedures such as CoolSculpting®, a liposuction alternative, and Ulthera®, a technique using ultrasound waves to tighten skin. Dr. Layt says he hopes the lectures stimulated further growth in plastic surgery and dermatology as well as the ability to increase patient comfort and decrease the complications of invasive surgery, including scarring and recovery time. “Education and lifelong learning are the keys to achieving the best outcomes for patients. That is what we are all about. Good patient outcomes mean happy patients which result in a busy, happy practice – everyone wins.”

About Craig Layt, MD, FRACS

Dr. Craig Layt graduated from the University of Queensland Medical School and completed his general surgery training at the Princess Alexandra, Mater, and Greenslopes Hospitals in Brisbane and the General Hospital in Townsville. He also completed a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training at the Royal Brisbane Hospital, the Princess Alexandra and Mater Hospitals. Moving to Melbourne, Dr. Layt then furthered his medical expertise while working with a number of leading Plastic Surgeons in Reconstructive and Plastic Surgery at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Royal Children’s Hospital, Austin and Repatriation Medical Centre and St. Vincent’s Hospital. Dr. Layt is a Specialist Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeon, a distinction which requires over 10 years of experience in surgical training, liaison with other specialists in the field, and Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, as well as continuing professional development and advancement of surgical techniques. He is a member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Layt is the current President of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Layt’s practice has two locations at Suite 1, AHC House, 14 Carrara Street in Benowa, QLD and Ballina Health Centre, 32 Tamar Street in Ballina, NSW, reachable at (07) 5597 4100. The practice can also be contacted online via the website drlayt.com or facebook.com/drlayt.

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This Inaugural Symposium is an innovation by ASAPS to bring together all those who perform nonsurgical procedures to enhance patient outcomes. As such, we felt it was important to be open to all plastic surgeons, cosmetic doctors, dermatologists, nurses involved in non surgical procedures and dermal therapists. We all have much to learn from each other.

We are fortunate to have so many international and local guests from the USA, Canada, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Singapore, New Zealand and Australia. The Symposium Committee has planned a comprehensive schedule to educate us all about the most up-to-date developments and aspects on non surgical procedures including live injections. My thanks go to Steven Liew who has committed himself to the Symposium and has developed a fantastic scientific program. I would like to thank Suzane Ali as the conference organizer.

The first day of the Symposium is reserved for an interactive, in-depth small group learning and discussion with the masters including live demonstration of injection of toxin and fillers (the upper face, the upper eyelids, temple, lower eyelid, midface, nose, lower face and neck) followed by learning the functional anatomy with fresh cadaver dissection and demonstration. This Facial Injectable Masterclass: The Anatomy, The
Aesthetic, The Technique will be a treat for the 60 doctors who were able to secure a place . My thanks to Steven Liew for a comprehensive program and Drs Steven Fagien, Arthur Swift, Dan Kenndy, Mark Magnussion, Peter Callan, Ian Holten and Steven Liew for demonstrations at the Masterclass.

As always, we are grateful to all the industry sponsors and exhibitors who will be present in numbers to display the latest products and services relevant to plastic surgery.

I am certain there will be something for everyone in the program.

I look forward to a fantastic meeting. Enjoy.

Craig Layt

Gold Coast Plastic Surgeon Discusses Breast Augmentation Stats from ISAPS

The latest study from the International Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) reports that Australia ranks 22nd in the world in the total number of cosmetic enhancement procedures performed, with 130,200 combined surgical and non-surgical treatments. The top three procedures in Australia according to the ISAPS statistics were eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty, and breast augmentation. Dr. Craig Layt, a plastic surgeon in Gold Coast, says at his practice he has seen similar popularity of those procedures, along with a growing popularity in breast surgery enhancements.

Gold Coast plastic surgeon Dr. Craig Layt says breast-related surgeries are the most popular form of cosmetic enhancement at his practice, including breast augmentation, breast lift, and breast reduction. According to the most recent survey by the International Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), there were 7,196 breast augmentation procedures performed in Australia, 11% of the total 62,300 plastic surgery procedures. Ranking 22nd in the world for total plastic surgery treatments, Dr. Layt says cosmetic enhancements, specifically breast augmentation in Gold Coast, are becoming increasingly popular in Australia as more and more patients are aware of the benefits.

At his practice, Dr. Layt says many patients have begun electing breast augmentation as a way to enhance their appearance and renew their self-confidence. With recent advancements in breast implant technology and incision techniques, Dr. Layt says plastic surgeons are now able to achieve smaller scars and more natural results than ever before. Through the latest developments in technology, he also adds that patients can achieve the highest quality results and a quicker recovery period.

Regardless of whether patients are seeking breast augmentation or another procedure such as liposuction in Gold Coast, Dr. Layt says extensively researching all plastic surgery options is extremely important to the process of cosmetically enhancing one’s body. He says that patients should be sure to consult with a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon who holds current membership in reputable and professional aesthetic surgery societies.

About Craig Layt, MD, FRACS

Dr. Craig Layt graduated from the University of Queensland Medical School. He completed his general surgery training at the Princess Alexandra, Mater, and Greenslopes Hospitals in Brisbane and the General Hospital in Townsville. Dr. Layt also trained extensively in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Royal Brisbane Hospital and the Princess Alexandra and Mater Hospitals. He is also a member of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, and is a corresponding member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Layt serves as the current President of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, organizing post-graduate education for plastic surgeons in aesthetic surgery.

About the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ISAPS)

ISAPS was founded 40 years ago and now exists in 91 countries. Its mission is to continuously educate its member surgeons in the latest procedures, to disseminate accurate and current information to the public and the media, and to promote safe surgery. Membership in ISAPS requires extensive surgical specialty training, excellence in certifying examinations in respective countries, good standing in local national societies of aesthetic and plastic surgery, and high ethical standards.

With two locations at Suite 1, AHC House, 14 Carrara Street in Benowa, QLD, and Ballina Health Centre, 32 Tamar Street in Ballina, NSW. For all bookings and enquiries phone the Benowa practice on (07)5597 4100. Dr. Layt’s practice can also be contacted online at drlayt.com or facebook.com/pages/The-Layt-Clinic/160020150721568.

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This week, on a stage inside a Palazzo Versace ballroom, two men told a mostly female crowd about the ideas they get while showering.

A second passed before one of them added a vital word to the conversation.

“Separately,” James Ajaka declared.

To his right, Craig Layt waited for the laughter to die down before returning to the theme of the monthly Early Risers breakfast – Secrets of Top Entrepreneurs Exposed.

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The organiser of the Early Risers Breakfast gave a colourful talk about the importance of checking breasts, especially this month which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Phillips, with the help of plastic surgeon Craig Layt, had the audience in hysterics while making a serious point.

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Anna and Josie Layt either side of a friend at the first Gold Coast Suns AFL game