The Coastal Clinic Aesthetics

The Coastal Clinic Aesthetics The Coastal Clinic Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics is focused on providing excellence in patient care for surgical and non-surgical aesthetics on the Gold Coast.

Specialising in non-surgical cosmetic procedures and advanced skin rejuvenation treatments, The Coastal Clinic Aesthetics is home to the most experienced, skilled and sought-after injectors are dermal therapists on the Gold Coast. Our state-of-the-art boutique clinic is conveniently located just off Bermuda Street in Varsity Lakes. Undercover visitor parking and direct lift access to our clinic's

front door mean your privacy is our priority. Make the switch today and experience the The Coastal Clinic Aesthetics difference for yourself.

12/09/2026

What actually happens during breast augmentation, and what comes after?

⁠Dr Drew Cronin explains that understanding the process is one of the most common things patients want to walk through in consultation. Breast augmentation procedure typically lasts around 60-90 minutes, with the specific technique and placement discussed based on each patient's anatomy and goals.

Breast augmentation is performed as a day procedure, and patients will wake from surgery in the recovery area, already fitted with their post-operative surgical garment.

⁠Recovery experiences vary from person to person, and the timeline is not the same for everyone.

⁠Every patient's situation is different, and decisions should always be made in consultation with a qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeon.

⁠To book a consultation with Specialist Plastic Surgeons Dr Cronin, Dr Sparks or Dr Myers, you will require a referral from your GP. ⁠Call 07 5683 0820, ⁠Email: [email protected] or ⁠Visit the link in our bio.

⁠⁠This information is general in nature and provided for educational purposes only. An individual consultation with one of our Specialist Plastic Surgeons is recommended to assess suitability and provide personalised advice.

Dr CroninA Recovery Story: 8 Months OnOne of our patients came to see Dr Drew Cronin, Specialist Plastic Surgeon, in her...
10/09/2026

Dr Cronin

A Recovery Story: 8 Months On

One of our patients came to see Dr Drew Cronin, Specialist Plastic Surgeon, in her early 20s, seeking a breast reduction.

Eight months on, at her review appointment, her scars are well-healed and progressing exactly as expected at this stage of maturation.

Her outcome reflects the diligence she's put in throughout her recovery — consistent scar massage and wearing supportive garments as advised, alongside following her surgeon's post-operative guidance.

Scar maturation is a gradual process that continues for 12–18 months following surgery, and every patient's healing timeline is different.

To book a consultation with Dr Cronin, you will require a referral from your GP.
Call 07 5683 0820,
Email: [email protected] or
Visit the link in our bio ⁠

Dr Drew Cronin
FRACS (Plast) (MED0000983320)
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (Specialist registration in Surgery- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
B.Biomed Sci. MBBS, Registered Medical Practitioner.

Every patient's journey is unique, and surgical outcomes vary based on individual factors such as anatomy, age, lifestyle, compliance with post operative instructions and general health.

This patient has consented to the use of her images. Individual results vary from patient to patient. Surgical procedures carry risks — please seek a consultation to discuss whether this procedure is right for you.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. For more information on risks, please visit our website. We recommend a consultation with a qualified specialist to assess your suitability and discuss potential risks.

05/09/2026

Ask Dr Clarke: Can skin cancer develop in areas that don't get much sun?

We put this question to Dr Paul Clarke, General Practitioner and lead of our skin cancer medicine service.

"Yes, absolutely."

Dr Clarke explains that while UV exposure is the biggest risk factor for skin cancer overall, it isn't the only one — skin cancers, including melanoma, can and do develop in areas that see little to no sun, such as:

The soles of the feet
The scalp
Under and around the nails
Other sun-protected areas of the body

This is one of the reasons a thorough, full-body skin check matters — not just checking the areas you'd expect, but everywhere.

Got a question you'd like Dr Clarke to answer? Send it through and we might feature it next.

Ready to book your skin check? Link in bio or call 07 5683 0820.

This post is general health information provided by Dr Paul Clarke, General Practitioner, and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. If you notice any new or changing spot on your skin, please book a consultation to have it assessed.

This patient in their mid-thirties underwent breast augmentation using an anatomical (shaped) implant, 300cc, high profi...
03/09/2026

This patient in their mid-thirties underwent breast augmentation using an anatomical (shaped) implant, 300cc, high profile, placed subpectorally — beneath the pectoralis major muscle.

Implant selection is not a catalogue choice. Volume, profile and shape are determined by chest wall dimensions, existing breast tissue, skin quality and the patient's stated goals, measured and assessed at consultation. Subpectoral placement is one of several options; it is chosen for specific anatomical reasons, not applied by default.

This photo is taken at six months post-surgery. The implants have settled and swelling has largely resolved. Scars continue to mature beyond twelve months.

To book a consultation with Dr Cronin, you will require a referral from your GP.
Call 07 5683 0820,
Email: [email protected] or
Visit the link in our bio ⁠

Dr Drew Cronin
FRACS (Plast) (MED0000983320)
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (Specialist registration in Surgery- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
B.Biomed Sci. MBBS, Registered Medical Practitioner.

Every patient's journey is unique, and surgical outcomes vary based on individual factors such as anatomy, age, lifestyle, compliance with post operative instructions and general health.

This patient has consented to the use of her images. Individual results vary from patient to patient. Surgical procedures carry risks — please seek a consultation to discuss whether this procedure is right for you.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. For more information on risks, please visit our website. We recommend a consultation with a qualified specialist to assess your suitability and discuss potential risks.

Winter Glow-Up ❄️ Skin Needling SpecialGive your skin a reset this winter with our full face skin needling treatment, no...
01/09/2026

Winter Glow-Up ❄️ Skin Needling Special

Give your skin a reset this winter with our full face skin needling treatment, now infused with Synergie AlgiZome — a pro-ageing exosome booster serum designed to help firm, hydrate and strengthen the skin.

Special: $250 (valued at $320) — includes your full face skin needling treatment infused with AlgiZome, plus you take the bottle home with you.

Skin needling works by creating controlled micro-channels in the skin, supporting the body's own repair process — the AlgiZome is infused during treatment to help support that process further.

♡ To book an appointment with one of our experienced cosmetic nurses, or our dermal and laser technician:
- Click the link in our bio,
- Download The Coastal Clinic App
- Call us on 07 5683 0820 or
- Email: [email protected] ♡ ⁠

Skin needling is a cosmetic medical treatment. It is not suitable for everyone, and a consultation with our team is required to assess your individual suitability prior to booking. As with all cosmetic treatments, results and recovery vary between individuals, and outcomes cannot be guaranteed. This post is for general information only and does not constitute medical advice. Terms and conditions apply — offer valid until 31 August 2026, treatments must be booked and paid for in full before this date, and no refunds, credits or transfers apply.

29/08/2026

Does choosing an implant size mean choosing a cup size?

⁠Dr Drew Cronin explains that this is one of the most common points of confusion raised in consultation. Implants are measured in volume, not in bra or cup sizes — and a cup size is not a fixed or standardised measurement.

⁠Bra sizing differs between brands and styles, so the same implant volume may translate to different cup labels depending on the bra. This is why the conversation focuses on volume and proportion rather than a target cup size.

⁠How a given volume appears also depends on your existing anatomy, which is unique to you.

⁠Every patient's situation is different, and decisions should always be made in consultation with a qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeon.

⁠To book a consultation with Specialist Plastic Surgeons Dr Cronin, Dr Sparks or Dr Myers, you will require a referral from your GP. ⁠Call 07 5683 0820, ⁠Email: [email protected] or ⁠Visit the link in our bio.

⁠⁠This information is general in nature and provided for educational purposes only. An individual consultation with one of our Specialist Plastic Surgeons is recommended to assess suitability and provide personalised advice.

For some patients, excess skin isn't just an aesthetic concern — it's a functional one. This patient, in her mid-40s and...
27/08/2026

For some patients, excess skin isn't just an aesthetic concern — it's a functional one. This patient, in her mid-40s and very active in daily life, had been experiencing ongoing rashes and skin breakdown caused by excess skin folds, a common but under-discussed consequence of significant weight loss.⁠
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Dr Drew Cronin performed a circumferential lipectomy with mastopexy (breast lift) to address both the functional skin issues and the change in body and breast shape that followed her weight loss. Given the scope of the combined procedure, a 7-night hospital stay was required for post-operative monitoring and care.⁠
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The photos shown here were taken at 4months post-op. Swelling, scarring and final body contour continue to settle and mature well beyond this stage.⁠
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For active patients dealing with recurrent skin irritation or breakdown related to excess skin, this kind of surgery can address a genuine functional problem, not just a cosmetic one. A consultation is the best way to understand whether you're a candidate.⁠
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To book a consultation with Dr Cronin, you will require a referral from your GP. ⁠
Call 07 5683 0820, ⁠
Email: [email protected] or ⁠
Visit the link in our bio ⁠
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Dr Drew Cronin⁠
FRACS (Plast) (MED0000983320) ⁠
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (Specialist registration in Surgery- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)⁠
B.Biomed Sci. MBBS, Registered Medical Practitioner. ⁠
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Every patient's journey is unique, and surgical outcomes vary based on individual factors such as anatomy, age, lifestyle, compliance with post operative instructions and general health. ⁠
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This patient has consented to the use of her images. Individual results vary from patient to patient. Surgical procedures carry risks — please seek a consultation to discuss whether this procedure is right for you.⁠
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Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. For more information on risks, please visit our website. We recommend a consultation with a qualified specialist to assess your suitability and discuss potential risks.

24/08/2026

Can you just ask for the same implant someone else had?⁠
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⁠Dr Drew Cronin explains that this is one of the most common requests raised in consultation. Many patients arrive with a specific size in mind, based on a result they liked on a friend, a photo or someone online — and expect the same implant will give them the same look.⁠
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⁠The difficulty is that anatomy differs from person to person. The way an implant sits and appears depends heavily on a patient's existing breast tissue, chest shape, skin and body frame — so the same implant can look quite different from one person to the next.⁠
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⁠This is why sizing is individualised and dictated largely by anatomy, rather than copied from another person's result. What suits one body may not translate to another.⁠
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⁠Every patient's situation is different, and decisions should always be made in consultation with a qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeon.⁠
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⁠To book a consultation with Specialist Plastic Surgeons Dr Cronin, Dr Sparks or Dr Myers, you will require a referral from your GP.
⁠Call 07 5683 0820, ⁠
Email: [email protected] or
⁠Visit the link in our bio. ⁠
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⁠⁠This information is general in nature and provided for educational purposes only. An individual consultation with one of our Specialist Plastic Surgeons is recommended to assess suitability and provide personalised advice.

Dr Drew Cronin
FRACS (Plast) (MED0000983320)
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (Specialist registration in Surgery- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
B.Biomed Sci. MBBS, Registered Medical Practitioner.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. For more information on risks, please visit our website. We recommend a consultation with a qualified specialist to assess your suitability and discuss potential risks.

Dr David SparksThis patient, 62, had a SMAS face and neck lift fifteen years ago. Ordinary facial ageing continued over ...
18/08/2026

Dr David Sparks

This patient, 62, had a SMAS face and neck lift fifteen years ago. Ordinary facial ageing continued over that result — the folds around the mouth deepened, jowling reappeared along a softening jawline, and the neck contour she'd gained lost its definition.

Revision surgery is a different problem to a first operation. Returning to the same superficial plane fifteen years on offers diminishing returns. Dr Sparks worked in a deeper plane instead, releasing the retaining ligaments and repositioning skin and the underlying layer as a single unit, with the neck addressed directly and fat grafted to the cheeks and lower eyelids to restore lost volume. Tightening alone doesn't correct a hollow lid-cheek transition — it can sharpen it.

At six weeks post-surgery, swelling is still present and the contour has not fully settled. Recovery generally means one to two weeks of swelling and bruising, two to three weeks away from work, and no strenuous activity for at least six weeks. The final result matures over several months.

To discuss a procedure in person, book a consultation with Dr Sparks at The Coastal Clinic
Call: 07 5683 0820
Email: [email protected]
Visit the link in our bio ⁠

Dr David Sparks (MED0001863770) is a registered Medical Practitioner and Specialist Plastic Surgeon. MBBS(Hons) PhD FRACS(Plast) | Plastic Surgeon

www.doctorsparks.com.au

Disclaimer:

All surgeries shown are performed by Dr Sparks and subsequently published with full informed consent.

Individual results vary as the outcomes experienced by one person do not necessarily reflect the outcomes that other people may experience. Such variation in results may be due to many factors, including the individual’s age, genetics, diet, exercise and medical history to name a few.

All invasive surgery carries risk and requires a recovery period and care regime. All content posted on this Instagram page is general in nature and does not constitute medical advice.

What is the Alma Hybrid? 👇It's a dual-wavelength fractional laser that combines a 10,600nm CO₂ ablative wavelength with ...
17/08/2026

What is the Alma Hybrid? 👇

It's a dual-wavelength fractional laser that combines a 10,600nm CO₂ ablative wavelength with a 1,570nm non-ablative wavelength in a single treatment — resurfacing the skin's surface while remodelling the deeper layers beneath it.

At The Coastal Clinic, every Alma Hybrid treatment is fully customised to your skin and your goals following an in-person skin consultation. It may be suitable for concerns including fine lines and wrinkles, acne and surgical scarring, pigmentation, skin laxity and overall photoageing.

➡️ Swipe to learn how the technology works, what the treatment journey involves, and what recovery looks like.

🗓 Recovery typically involves 3–7 days of redness and peeling, and results develop progressively over 3–6 months.

The before and after images show one patient's outcome only and do not necessarily reflect the results you may experience — individual results vary.

Laser skin resurfacing is an invasive cosmetic procedure and, as with all such procedures, carries risks. These may include prolonged redness, swelling, changes in skin pigmentation, infection and scarring. A consultation with a suitably qualified health practitioner is required to assess whether this treatment is appropriate for you, and to discuss the risks, expected recovery and alternatives before proceeding.

♡ To book an appointment with our dermal and laser technician:
- Click the link in our bio,
- Download The Coastal Clinic App
- Call us on 07 5683 0820 or
- Email: [email protected] ♡

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