Sydney Female Plastic Surgeon – Dr Leana Teston

Sydney Female Plastic Surgeon – Dr Leana Teston

sydney female plastic surgeon dr leana teston

Dr Leana Teston is a fully qualified female Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic surgeon who has been in practice for more than 20 years.

Dr Teston studied Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery with Honours (MBBS) at the University of New South Wales. She trained in General and Plastic surgery and has 2 fellowships from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS).

Leana is currently a member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS), an international member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a member of the International Society for Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (IPRAS). She is also currently a member of the NSW Hand Surgery Association.

Dr Teston has an interest in plastic surgery of the breast, i.e. breast asymmetry and reductions, breast augmentations and reconstruction. She is also interested in body contouring, e.g. abdominoplasty (tummy tucks) and arm and thigh reductions. Her other frequently performed surgeries include facial cosmetic surgery, prominent ear correction, labiaplasty, hand surgery, and skin cancer removal and reconstruction.

Dr Teston is Head of the Department of Plastic Surgery at Bankstown Public Hospital, and enjoys teaching surgical trainees. She is also a past Chair of the NSW Chapter of Plastic Surgery.

Dr Teston is a firm believer in the high standards, and surgical training, set by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, and therefore believes that all cosmetic surgery should be performed by a surgeon with a Plastic Surgery Fellowship from RACS.

Dr Leana Teston has been offering a broad spectrum of plastic surgery and reconstructive procedures to Sydney patients for more than a decade. Her unique perspective as one of the only female surgeons in the Sydney area provides her patients the understanding they are looking for as they contemplate different options in cosmetic enhancement. Her extensive experience qualifies her to perform a variety of procedures to help you meet all of your aesthetic goals in a single, patient-centred practice.

Patient Philosophy

As a surgeon committed to producing individualised results for every patient, Dr Teston sees all of her patients at their initial consultation, rather than having a nurse or assistant perform the initial screening. This way, she can hear your concerns firsthand and recommend the best procedure for your needs and goals. She is committed to ensuring you leave her office with realistic goals about your surgery, and that you feel comfortable and confident with what lies ahead.

Many women in Sydney find it is more comfortable to talk to a female plastic surgeon about enhancements to the breasts or other intimate areas of the body. Dr Teston understands the concerns facing her female patients, and will openly and honestly discuss her procedures with you. While your health and safety are her top priorities, she will also strive to achieve your cosmetic desires.

Extensive Training

Dr Teston studied Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours (MBBS) at the University of New South Wales. She is trained in both general and plastic surgery, and has two fellowships from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS). She is a firm believer in the high standards and surgical training set by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, and is proud of her qualifications and training.

Credentials

In addition to her fellowships from RACS, Dr Teston holds memberships in the following reputable organisations in Australia and across the globe:

  • Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS)
  • Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
  • International Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (IPRAS)
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
  • NSW Hand Surgery Association

Dr Teston also serves as the head of the Department of Plastic Surgery at Bankstown Public Hospital, where she teaches surgical trainees in the art of plastic surgery. She performs her procedures at Bankstown, as well as St. George Private Hospital, Kareena Private Hospital, and Bankstown Day Surgery. The variety of locations ensures her patients receive the highest level of care available, no matter what area of Sydney they call home.

Procedures

Dr Teston offers procedures to keep you looking and feeling your best from head to toe. Facial enhancements turn back the clock and correct those nagging imperfections, while body contouring provides the finishing touch when diet and exercise don’t produce the desired results. Breast procedures allow her female patients to achieve the curves they want, while skin procedures keep your outer shell looking smooth and radiant. Dr Teston is also experienced in a variety of hand surgeries, restoring your function and appearance after an injury or due to a debilitating condition.

Australians in search of superior cosmetic results and a positive plastic surgery experience will find Dr Teston’s office is an excellent choice. To learn more about Dr Teston or to schedule your personal consultation, contact her Bankstown office today on (02) 9708 3511.

Procedures Offered


With more than two decades of experience in plastic surgery, Dr Teston is qualified to provide a broad range of plastic surgery procedures. Some of the choices available to her patients include:

Breast Enhancement

No matter what cosmetic goals you might have for your breasts, Dr Teston can help you achieve them. One of her specialties is correcting asymmetries between the breasts that cause a woman to feel self-conscious about her body. Other breast procedures offered by Dr Teston include:

Facial Improvements

Whether you are concerned about the effects of ageing or looking to correct an imperfection that has been nagging you throughout your adult life, Dr Teston offers procedures to enhance and refresh your appearance. She can customise any of the following to your specifications and facial proportions:

  • Facelift to smooth the skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles
  • Eyelid surgery to correct drooping and rejuvenate the area around the eyes
  • Rhinoplasty or nose reshaping to create symmetry, remove imperfections, or restore the nose after injury
  • Otoplasty (or ear surgery) to correct ears that stick out or are disproportionately large
Body Contouring

Body contouring is an effective way to put the final touches on your body shape when you can’t get there with diet and exercise alone. Body contouring is usually recommended for patients that have achieved a healthy, stable weight and may include the following:

  • Abdominoplasty (or tummy tuck) to tighten and flatten the midsection
  • Lift procedures to shape and firm the upper arms and thighs
  • Liposuction to remove isolated, stubborn areas of fat from nearly anywhere on the body
  • Labiaplasty to correct discomfort due to either developmental or hormonal enlargements or scarring
Skin Treatments

As the largest organ of the body, the skin deserves special attention. When you want to get rid of unsightly moles, fatty lumps, or other concerns, Dr Teston is prepared to eliminate the blemish and leave the best cosmetic results behind. Some of the concerns Dr Teston can treat include:

Hand Restoration

Your hands are one of the most functional and visible parts of the body, and when they are injured or affected by a debilitating condition, the effects on your life can be dramatic. Dr Teston offers hand surgery to treat many of these concerns, with the following being some of the hand conditions she treats:

When you are in search of a plastic surgeon in Sydney, Dr Teston offers a valuable female perspective, extensive training and experience, and a commitment to the highest level of patient care. To learn more about our practice, contact our office today at (02) 9708 3511.