I’ve been waiting for this night for four days. We planned a date night. Having twins, we don’t often get much time away from them — which is fine, because we love being with our kids — but we always make sure we set aside special time, just for me and my wife. Tonight was […]

In this video I share a little about my time in Thailand with my wife and our twins. Watching the kids grow has been the biggest blessing of my life. Trudy has the cutest little squeal and giggle that melts your heart, and Johnny is such a chip off the old block, with so many […]

This one’s a bit of fun, but also very real. At Newcastle Cosmetic Doctor, I was chatting with Sharon about laser treatments and how much my own skin has changed over the past 10 years. Back in 2015, my skin was in a bad way with large pores, redness, inflammatory acne that would flare up, […]

Back in the year 2000 Sharon got married. Fast-forward 25 years and coming on 50, and we decided to have a bit of fun while testing out some new treatments at Newcastle Cosmetic Doctor – things like Opulux, fractional laser and the Fotona. I asked Sharon to bring in a photo from her wedding day, […]

This past week our family celebrated a milestone I will never forget, the first birthday of our twins Johnny and Trudy. It was a day filled with love, laughter, and memories that we will treasure forever. We were lucky enough to have so many of our loved ones join us. My wife, our children, my […]

One of my favourite parts of fatherhood right now is taking the twins, Trudy and Johnny, for their morning walks when I’m in Bangkok. We take turns, one day it’s Trudy’s turn to go first, the next day Johnny’s. Each walk is about an hour, just wandering through the streets as the city wakes up. […]

Dr Bart Scanlon recently had a laser peel treatment using the Fotona Dynamis laser, offering an advanced, doctor-led approach to skin rejuvenation. Here’s everything you need to know about how this treatment works, what to expect during the process, the benefits it delivers, and how to care for your skin afterward. How Does It Work? […]

How It Works: Step 1: Fractional Resurfacing (Frac3) This first step uses Fotona’s Frac3 fractional laser mode, which precisely targets tiny columns in the deeper skin layers while leaving the surrounding tissue untouched. Why this matters: These micro-injuries create a controlled healing response, sparking new collagen production and skin regeneration. What you’ll notice: It feels […]

Dr Bart Scanlon, our clinic’s experienced practitioner at Newcastle Cosmetic Doctor, recently explored the Vector Eye Lift treatment using the cutting-edge Fotona Dynamis laser. Sharon, our skilled laser therapist, performed the session in our specialized laser treatment suite, focusing on rejuvenating and lifting the upper eyelid and surrounding areas, a fantastic non-surgical alternative for those […]

 Cosmedicon Cosmetic Conference 2025 We are pleased to share a few more moments from the recent Cosmetic Conference, an invaluable opportunity for ongoing professional development in the fields of cosmetic facial treatments and laser procedures. It was a privilege to engage in high-level learning alongside dedicated and like-minded clinicians. We were also fortunate to connect […]

A Well-Deserved Break for Dr. Bart Scanlon of Newcastle Cosmetic Doctor. This Easter, I took a well-earned break from my clinic, Newcastle Cosmetic Doctor, to spend precious time with my family in Rayong, Thailand – my wife Airada’s hometown. It was the perfect setting: beside the beach with clear skies, the beautiful pool sparkling under […]

Sebaceous hyperplasia is a common and harmless skin condition that appears as small, soft, yellowish or flesh colored bumps, usually on the face, particularly the forehead, cheeks, and nose. These bumps are caused by enlarged sebaceous (oil) glands and often have a central indentation or pore like opening. They are more common in middle aged […]

Dear Valued Clients, I’m Dr. Bart Scanlon, owner and lead cosmetic physician at Newcastle Cosmetic Doctor. I want to express my sincere gratitude for your trust and support. It is truly an honor to be part of your journey, helping you feel confident and radiant in your own skin. Your loyalty and belief in our […]