Tauranga Plastic Surgery & Appearance Medicine
At Butler & Brugha, we offer expert services in a broad range of cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgeries and skin cancer procedures in Tauranga and Whakatane, and appearance medicine treatments in Mount Maunganui.
We provide a range of both surgical and non-surgical solutions tailored to your unique needs.
Mr Dan Butler performs a wide variety of cosmetic surgery procedures, from breast reductions and abdominoplasty to rhinoplasty and facelifts. His approach is tailored to your unique needs and goals, utilising the most innovative, evidence-based, and safest surgical techniques.
Mr Dan Butler is a fully-trained reconstructive plastic surgeon offering reconstructive surgery for conditions affecting the skin, head and neck, breast and hand. Dan ensures each surgical plan is specific to your needs and carefully balances restoration of appearance and function.
We provide appearance medicine treatments in Mt Maunganui, currently including anti-wrinkle injections under the expert care of Dr. Lia Brugha. With 15 years of experience as a Doctor, Lia provides a safe and thorough evaluation leading to a personalised treatment plan for each patient.
You're in safe hands
At Butler & Brugha, our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care and ensuring that our patients have a positive and fulfilling experience with us.
Specialist Procedures
Mr. Dan Butler is known for his specialty procedures in the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery. He provides a comprehensive selection of treatments in Tauranga and Whakatane that range from cosmetic procedures, such as breast augmentations and facelifts, to intricate reconstructive surgeries for patients affected by cancer, injury, or congenital defects. Utilising the latest, evidence-based surgical techniques, Mr. Butler tailors each procedure to meet his patients' unique needs and aesthetic goals.
Mr. Dan Butler is a specialist in skin cancer surgery, playing a vital role in the fight against this prevalent disease in New Zealand. He offers advanced surgical treatments for various forms of skin cancer, with a particular focus on innovative techniques to ensure the best aesthetic and health outcomes for his patients.
Breast reduction is designed to reduce the size and weight of large, heavy breasts, providing relief from physical discomfort and balancing overall body proportions. With a keen eye for aesthetics and a detailed understanding of the human anatomy, Mr. Butler tailors each procedure to suit the individual's needs and personal goals, ensuring outcomes that are as natural as they are transformative.
Facelift surgery, aims to lift and rejuvenate the time-related changes that happen to our faces. With a meticulous and artful approach, Mr Butler reshapes and tightens the facial tissue, resulting in a fresher, younger appearance. Each facelift procedure is customised to match the patient's unique facial characteristics and aesthetic goals, resulting in a subtle yet significant transformation that enhances their natural beauty.
She can assist you in turning back time on your skin, ensuring you feel confident knowing you're in the safest and most competent care.
Appreciation from our clients
At Butler & Brugha, we take great pride in the glowing testimonials from our satisfied clients. These testimonials underscore our commitment to excellent care, personalised treatments, and providing a positive patient experience.
78 year old patient
Scalp Melanoma
47 year old client
Anti-wrinkle treatment
Thank you! "
62 year old patient
Breast Surgery
I would highly recommend Lia."
31 year old client
Dysport® Treatment
His commitment to the specialty and to his patients has always been exemplary. "
Consultant colleague
UK
Frequently asked questions
Here are some frequently asked questions we often receive from our clients. If your query isn't addressed here, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
The cost of the initial consultation depends on the reason you’re coming to Dan for. Dan wants to ensure that there is enough time to develop a detailed treatment plan and that you leave the consultation feeling well informed about the options available. Prices start at $330.
The length of the initial consultation depends on the reason for you coming to see Dan. It can range from 30-60 minutes, but Dan will take the time necessary to ensure you leave the consultation feeling well informed. For cosmetic consultations all patients will be invited for a second consultation around two weeks later at no extra charge.
Sorry we currently don’t offer any finance options.
The cost quoted on the website provide a rough guide for the operation in question. A tailored quote will be provided to you after your consultation that considers your particular needs. This quote includes the surgical fee, cost of any implants or garments needed and an estimate for the hospital and anaesthetic fees. The surgical fee is determined by the complexity of the surgery as opposed to being based on the duration of the operation. At times, surgery can turn out to be more complex as additional findings present themselves during the operation. This can lead to a more prolonged procedure than planned. This won’t change the surgical fee, but can alter the final hospital fee.
Dan does not share any patient before and after photos on his website to ensure patient confidentiality is maintained. During your consultation, Dan will share relevant before and after photos with you from patients who have agreed to have their photos used for this purpose.
Operations done under local anaesthetic can be done at the Da Vinci Clinic. Operations requiring a general anaesthetic are all done at the Grace Hospital in Tauranga. The Grace Hospital is owned by Southern Cross and provides outstanding care with patient safety a core value.
All surgery leaves a scar. Dan will use his expertise to ensure that scars are concealed where possible in areas, lines and creases where scars are less perceptible. Advice on scar taping, massage and silicone gel sheets will be given after your surgery to help ensure you get the best possible scar.
Most plastic surgery procedures are less painful than many patients expect. Every effort is made to ensure your comfort at every step of your journey. Different forms of anaesthetic are used depending on the procedure being performed and your personal preference. After surgery, Dan and his anaesthetic colleagues will ensure that you have access to appropriate pain killers before you go home.
Dan uses Motiva implants. These use a nano-textured surface and have an excellent safety record. The published rates of implant rupture and capsule contracture are less than 1%. When providing a quote for your surgery, the costs of your implants will be included.