Skin cancer is one of the most common reasons patients see a plastic surgeon. Dr Williams manages all forms of skin cancer, including melanoma with sentinel lymph node biopsy.
Skin cancer surgery is most commonly performed on areas such as the face, scalp, and hands, where careful reconstruction is important.
Dr Williams works closely with specialist pathologists to offer frozen section analysis – a real-time assessment of tissue during surgery that helps confirm whether the cancer has been fully removed. This approach supports thorough treatment while keeping as much healthy tissue as possible.
Another benefit of frozen section analysis is patients know on the day of surgery whether the cancer has been fully removed, rather than spending an anxious week waiting for pathology results. It can also reduce the need for a second operation, which is especially helpful for delicate areas such as the eyelids, nose, ears, or lips, where preserving healthy tissue matters for both function and appearance.
Dr Williams performs skin cancer surgery through East Coast Plastic Surgery, where patients have access to a multidisciplinary team including medical and radiation oncologists, dermatopathologists and other specialists.
Body contouring procedures may be considered by patients experiencing changes after pregnancy, weight loss or ageing. These procedures are not designed for weight reduction but may assist in reshaping specific areas where skin or tissue has not responded to lifestyle measures.
Recovery times and risks vary between procedures, and each requires discussion with Dr Williams to determine suitability. Patients undergoing body contouring surgery require a GP referral and must answer a series of questions to assess psychological wellbeing.
Body contouring surgery may be considered by patients who:
Understand the need for scars, recovery periods, and possible risks associated with surgery.
An arm lift involves removing excess skin and tissue from the upper arms. This procedure may be considered when significant weight changes, ageing or genetics lead to skin redundancy that does not improve with exercise.
Scarring is expected along the inner arm, and recovery usually involves several weeks of restricted activity while the area heals. Potential risks include bleeding, infection, delayed healing or changes in sensation.
Liposuction is a procedure that removes pockets of fat from areas such as the stomach, thighs, bottom, arms, or neck. It may be considered in patients who have good skin quality but areas of fat that persist despite diet and exercise.
Liposuction is not a weight-loss surgery and maintaining results depends on long-term lifestyle habits. Risks include contour irregularities, changes in skin sensation and fluid accumulation. Serious complications are rare but can occur.
Abdominoplasty, often called a tummy tuck, is an extensive procedure to remove excess abdominal skin and repair separated abdominal muscles (rectus diastasis), which may occur in pregnancy.
Abdominoplasty may improve abdominal wall support and function, but like all operations, it carries risks such as wound complications, infection, blood clots or delayed healing. This surgery usually requires a hospital stay and has a recovery period of 6–12 weeks, with limited activity during healing. It’s best to complete your family and be at a stable weight before considering abdominoplasty.
The face is one of the most visible and expressive parts of the body.
Facial plastic surgery includes a range of procedures that address changes in the skin, soft tissue, and supporting structures over time. These procedures may be considered for cosmetic or functional reasons (such as eyelids that interfere with vision).
Dr Williams carefully tailors every procedure to your unique anatomy and provides clear information about risks and recovery to help you make an informed choice.
A brow lift repositions the forehead and eyebrow area to help reduce the appearance of heavy brows or deep forehead lines.
In some cases, endoscopic brow lift techniques allow surgery to be performed through smaller incisions hidden in the hairline.
Patients typically notice an improvement in brow position, but recovery and results vary depending on age, skin quality, and the method used. Risks may include scarring, changes in sensation, or temporary swelling.
Otoplasty is most often performed in children and adolescents, but adults may also consider the procedure. It involves reshaping the ear cartilage to bring prominent ears closer to the head or to correct irregular ear shape.
Surgery usually takes place as a day procedure, with recovery involving a head bandage for several days and activity restrictions while the ears heal. While otoplasty is generally well tolerated, risks can include infection, bleeding, or changes in ear contour.
A facelift addresses changes in the skin and soft tissues of the mid to lower face, including the cheeks and jawline. It involves lifting and repositioning underlying tissues and may include the removal of excess skin. Incisions are usually placed around the hairline and ears so they are less noticeable once healed.
Recovery varies depending on the extent of surgery but may take several weeks before returning to normal activities. As with any operation, risks include bleeding, infection, nerve injury or delayed healing.
A neck lift focuses on the structures beneath the chin and along the neck. It can address skin laxity and changes in the platysma muscle that occur over time.
Recovery is similar to facelift, with swelling and bruising gradually improving over a few weeks. Potential risks include scarring, infection, or temporary changes in sensation.
Blepharoplasty can be performed on the upper eyelids, where excess skin or fat may cause heaviness or affect vision, and on the lower eyelids.
Surgery typically involves removing or repositioning skin, fat, or muscle to improve eyelid function and contour. Recovery usually takes several weeks, with swelling and bruising gradually improving. Risks include temporary dry eyes, scarring, or asymmetry.
Choosing to have surgery is a significant decision. Every step of our process is designed to support informed choices and quality care.
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