Dr Rodrigo Teixeira

Dr Rodrigo Teixeira Dr Rodrigo Plens Teixeira, FRACS
Specialist Plastic Surgeon
MED1650480

Dr Rodrigo is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon in Melbourne experienced in Facial Surgery, Rhinoplasty and Cosmetic Breast Surgery. He is a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), Australasian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS) and International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).

In no particular order, our most frequently asked Rhinoplasty (nose job) Surgery questions. Dr Rodrigo TeixeiraSpecialis...
04/08/2026

In no particular order, our most frequently asked Rhinoplasty (nose job) Surgery questions. 

Dr Rodrigo Teixeira
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001650480)
ANZBCPS Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon

Important Notices: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks and needs an adequate recovery period. Results vary depending on lifestyle and anatomy. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The information in this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

If you have further questions or would like to arrange a thorough facial assessment, please contact us on 03 9000 3800 or [email protected]



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Over the weekend I had the great honour to speak at the A26 event - an opportunity to contribute to the education of Aes...
26/07/2026

Over the weekend I had the great honour to speak at the A26 event - an opportunity to contribute to the education of Aesthetics with evidence-based innovation.

With thanks to the BTL team. Until next time Sydney.

BTL Aesthetics Australia & New Zealand Unveil Aesthetics | Lifelong Skin Health Aesthetics

Every patient interaction is the result of decades of training, education and continued learning, not likes or engagemen...
22/07/2026

Every patient interaction is the result of decades of training, education and continued learning, not likes or engagement.

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Dr Rodrigo Teixeira
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001650480)
ANZBCPS Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon

Important Notices: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks and needs an adequate recovery period. Results vary depending on lifestyle and anatomy. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The information in this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

If you have further questions or would like to arrange a thorough facial assessment, please contact us on 03 9000 3800 or [email protected]

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17/07/2026

There's a lot that goes into a case - before we even get to the operating room.

Facial assessment, consultations, study, refining technique, planning - all with a commitment to delivering safety and optimal outcomes at every step. 

A behind-the-scenes take on what a day in rooms can look like. 

Dr Rodrigo Teixeira
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001650480)
ANZBCPS Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon

Important Notices: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks and needs an adequate recovery period. Results vary depending on lifestyle and anatomy. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The information in this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

If you have further questions or would like to arrange a thorough facial assessment, please contact us on 03 9000 3800 or [email protected]

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13/07/2026

Answering some of the most common questions about upper and lower blepharoplasty (eyelid) surgery.

If you have further questions, the first step is to start a conversation...

To arrange a thorough facial assessment, please contact us on 03 9000 3800 or [email protected]

Dr Rodrigo Teixeira
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001650480)
ANZBCPS Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon

Important Notices: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks and needs an adequate recovery period. Results vary depending on lifestyle and anatomy. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The information in this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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29/06/2026

What you do in the weeks before your facelift can have real impact on your results. Skin preparation is something we take seriously here. In the lead up to surgery, we focus on building a strong healthy skin barrier so your skin is in the best possible condition to heal.

That means getting on top of your hydration, your SPF and the right active ingredients like vitamin A and vitamin C well ahead of time. On the medical side we ask patients to stop smoking, avoid alcohol and stop supplements and medications that can increase bleeding or impact healing.

These steps are not complicated but they make a real difference on how your operation goes and how you recover.

Dr Rodrigo Teixeira
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001650480)
ANZBCPS Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon

Important Notices: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks and needs an adequate recovery period. Results vary depending on lifestyle and anatomy. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The information in this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Models are for illustrative purposes only.

If you have further questions or would like to arrange a thorough facial assessment, please contact us on 03 9000 3800 or [email protected]

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22/06/2026

The rise of the 'AI face'

After social media filters and celebrity snaps, a new visual ideal has entered the consultation room. 

AI-generated images are joining facial cosmetic plastic surgery consultation and raising concerns. 

These images visualise ideal results but are often physiologically impossible and set unrealistic and dangerous expectations. 

To appreciate what is truly achievable start with a facial assessment with a specialist plastic surgeon who is experienced, qualified, understands anatomy and human variation in healing, ageing, symmetry and feasible surgical outcomes.

Dr Rodrigo Teixeira
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001650480)
ANZBCPS Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon

Important Notices: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks and needs an adequate recovery period. Results vary depending on lifestyle and anatomy. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The information in this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

If you have further questions or would like to arrange a thorough facial assessment, please contact us on 03 9000 3800 or [email protected]



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09/06/2026

So, what's the right age for a facelift?

The answer might surprise you. There is no single optimal age.

What matters more are the structural changes that are happening to the face, the elasticity of the skin, the sagging of the tissues, the loss of definition along the jawline and other areas of the face.

People age differently. Genetics, lifestyle, medical history, they all play a role.

Some patients notice heaviness in the brow and eyelids first. Others see jowling or deepening folds around the mouth.

What we do know is that waiting until the concerns become very severe can actually work against you. The quality and integrity of the tissue at the time of surgery has a direct impact on the result.

Earlier is not always better and leaving it for too long is not the right answer too. Consultation will help us find that window for you.

Dr Rodrigo Teixeira
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001650480)
ANZBCPS Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon

Important Notices: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks and needs an adequate recovery period. Results vary depending on lifestyle and anatomy. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The information in this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

If you have further questions or would like to arrange a thorough facial assessment, please contact us on 03 9000 3800 or [email protected]

[Dr Rodrigo Teixeira, Facial surgery, Rhytidectomy (Facelift) surgery, Melbourne Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Mini Facelift, Deep Plane Facelift]

Teaching, Anatomy Education & Public Hospital RolesA significant part of Dr Teixeira’s professional work is teaching ana...
29/05/2026

Teaching, Anatomy Education & Public Hospital Roles

A significant part of Dr Teixeira’s professional work is teaching anatomy and applying it to aesthetic practice. He is a faculty member of the Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course (MAFAC), where advanced facial anatomy is taught in a surgical context. This reflects a core part of his practice philosophy: everything in facial surgery ultimately comes back to anatomy. With a background in plastic surgery and craniofacial surgery, he brings a detailed understanding of facial structure, support, movement, and tissue layers to both teaching and clinical practice. Dr Teixeira is also a faculty member of the ASAPS Anatomy for Injectors (AFI) workshop.

Dr Teixeira remains actively involved in public hospital work, surgical education, and academic teaching in Melbourne. He continues reconstructive facial surgery work at The Royal Children’s Hospital and teaching involvement through the University of Melbourne. He previously served as Head of the Plastic Surgery Unit at Northern Health.

24/05/2026

Mini rhytidectomy (facelift) or deep plane?

How do you know which one is the right for you?

The main difference comes down to how much of the face we treat and how many of the deeper ligaments we release.

A mini lift targets a specific area of the face, often the mid face or the lower face. It's a great option for the right patient, but it may not address the areas just above or beside it, areas that could also benefit from treatment.

The deep plane goes further. It lifts more comprehensively, releasing more of the key facial ligaments, which allow us to create changes that look more balanced and proportional across the face. It can also extend into the neck for more comprehensive treatment.

The right choice really depends on your anatomy and your goals, and that's exactly what we work through during the consultation.

Dr Rodrigo Teixeira
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001650480)
ANZBCPS Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon

Important Notices: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks and needs an adequate recovery period. Results vary depending on lifestyle and anatomy. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The information in this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

If you have further questions or would like to arrange a thorough facial assessment, please contact us on 03 9000 3800 or [email protected]

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L2, 244 Lower Heidelberg Road
Ivanhoe East, VIC
3079

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
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