Surgeon in scrubs preparing for operation in operating room.

the Face

Your journey starts here

Each patient places extraordinary trust in my hands, and that trust is never taken lightly.

Each patient places extraordinary trust in my hands, and that trust is never taken lightly.

Dr Howard Webster

Dr Howard Webster

Plastic Surgeon

Plastic Surgeon

Every face is unique

Understanding what a patient truly needs requires far more than simply focusing on a single concern.

With Dr Howard Webster, treatment begins by looking at the whole picture. Through a comprehensive facial analysis and an in-depth consultation, Dr Webster takes the time to understand not only what you see in the mirror, but also your overall health, facial structure, pattern of ageing, lifestyle, and the goals you hope to achieve.

Every consultation is led by Dr Webster and guided by careful assessment rather than a predetermined treatment plan. Using detailed facial analysis, he works collaboratively with each patient to develop a personalised approach that considers their concerns while respecting their natural facial harmony, balance, and individuality.

The consultation is never a sales conversation. Instead, it is a thoughtful discussion built on honest communication, education, and realistic expectations. By assessing the face as a whole and considering how each feature relates to the others, Dr Webster provides personalised recommendations to help patients make informed decisions about their care.

Upper face

The upper face plays an important role in facial expression and overall facial balance. Changes to the forehead, brow, and upper eyelids are common signs of facial ageing and are often discussed during consultation for brow lift surgery, upper eyelid surgery, and other facial rejuvenation procedures. Dr Webster carefully assesses the relationship between these structures before recommending a personalised treatment approach based on your anatomy, concerns, and clinical assessment.

Mid face

The mid face provides important support for facial structure and contour. As we age, changes in the cheeks and surrounding tissues may contribute to flattening through the mid face, deepening around the nose and mouth, and reduced facial definition. During consultation, Dr Webster carefully assesses these changes to determine whether facial rejuvenation surgery may be appropriate.

Lower face

The lower face includes the jawline, jowls, and areas around the mouth that commonly change with facial ageing. During consultation, Dr Webster assesses how these structures relate to the cheeks and neck when considering lower face rejuvenation and facelift surgery.

Jaw

The jawline is an important feature of facial proportion and definition. Ageing and changes in facial support may alter jawline contour over time. During consultation, Dr Webster carefully assesses the lower face to determine whether jawline rejuvenation or facelift surgery may be appropriate based on your anatomy and treatment goals.

Neck

The neck plays an important role in overall facial balance and is commonly assessed during consultation for neck lift surgery and facial rejuvenation. Changes beneath the chin and along the neck may contribute to the appearance of facial ageing. Dr Webster evaluates the face and neck together to determine the most appropriate surgical approach based on your anatomy and clinical assessment.

Operation

Hospital stay: Usually overnight, though some patients return home the same day.

Hospital stay: Usually overnight, though some patients return home the same day.

Recovery time: Most patients return to normal activities within 4 - 6 weeks.

Scarring: Incisions are carefully placed around the hairline and ears to remain discreet once healed.

Scarring: Incisions are carefully placed around the hairline and ears to remain discreet once healed.

Longevity: Results typically last 8–12 years, with graceful, natural ageing thereafter.

Longevity: Results typically last 8–12 years, with graceful, natural ageing thereafter.

Beyond the face

While Dr Howard Webster's practice is primarily focused on facial plastic surgery, he will generally see and assist his previous patients who wish to return to the practice for review.

New patients with a connection to the practice seeking breast reduction, abdominoplasty, body lift surgery, and surgery following significant weight loss may request an assessment.

Dr Webster does not perform breast augmentation or rhinoplasty surgery.

Dr Webster also performs a wide range of other procedures for existing patients. Talk to the team to find out more.

Before and After Photography

Many people considering surgery would naturally like to understand what may be achievable. As every patient is unique, Dr Howard Webster discusses expected outcomes during a personalised consultation. Real before and after photographs appropriate to the individual patient are typically shown during the consultation process to support an informed treatment discussion. Often, images taken during surgery and the recovery phase can also be used to demonstrate concepts and convey understanding.

Dr Webster also performs a wide range of other procedures for existing patients. Talk to the team to find out more.

A successful result doesn’t draw attention, it restores confidence.

Richmond
Level 2, 650 Bridge Road

Richmond, Victoria 3121

Monday to Friday
9am - 5pm

Call 03 9828 1306

Fax 03 9828 1301

Shepparton
20 Wyndham Street

Shepparton, Victoria 3630

Dr Howard Webster

MBBS (Hons) FRACS MBA

AHPRA Registration: MED 0001116139

Specialist Registration in Surgery (Plastic Surgery)

© 2026 Copyright. All rights reserved.

Richmond
Level 2, 650 Bridge Road

Richmond, Victoria 3121

Monday to Friday
9am - 5pm

Call 03 9828 1306

Fax 03 9828 1301

Shepparton
20 Wyndham Street

Shepparton, Victoria 3630

Dr Howard Webster

MBBS (Hons) FRACS MBA

AHPRA Registration: MED 0001116139

Specialist Registration in Surgery (Plastic Surgery)

© 2026 Copyright. All rights reserved.

Richmond
Level 2, 650 Bridge Road

Richmond, Victoria 3121

Monday to Friday
9am - 5pm

Call 03 9828 1306

Fax 03 9828 1301

Shepparton
20 Wyndham Street

Shepparton, Victoria 3630

Dr Howard Webster

MBBS (Hons) FRACS MBA

AHPRA Registration: MED 0001116139

Specialist Registration in Surgery (Plastic Surgery)

© 2026 Copyright. All rights reserved.