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Cosmetic surgery : Articles and features

Our articles and features are written by some of the UK's leading consultants, dentists, medical professionals and healthcare writers.

  • The importance of post-surgical bras after cosmetic surgery The importance of post-surgical bras after cosmetic surgeryOne of the most common questions for anyone planning breast augmentation, uplift or reduction is how to care for your “new breasts” in the early days and weeks after surgery and, very specifically,...
  • Breast enlargement: reasons to have a boob job Surgeons back smaller breast reductionsBreast enlargement (boob job) is the most popular kind of cosmetic surgery in the western world. During 2006, more than 6,100 women got a boob job under the British Association of Plastic Surgeons....
  • How to recover from a breast operation The importance of post-surgical bras after cosmetic surgeryThe recovery period after breast surgery is as important as the surgery itself. In this article, The Hospital Group outlines the recovery process and provides advice on how to achieve a swift return...
  • Rhinoplasty surgery – what's available? plastic vs cosmeticRhinoplasty surgery (sometimes referred to as a “nose job”) is a term that encompasses a variety of procedures to reshape internal or external structures of the nose. The reasons to undergo a...
  • Breast uplifts – should I have surgery? Breast uplifts – should I have surgery?If you are unhappy with the way your breasts have changed in the last few years, you might be considering breast uplift surgery. Your breasts may change shape for many reasons such as relaxation of...
  • Liposuction surgery – what does it involve? Liposuction surgery – what does it involve?Liposuction surgery, also known as lipoplasty, is a method of body sculpting. The surgeon removes excess fat from under the skin to improve the contour and proportions of various parts of your body....
  • Is cosmetic surgery worth it? Is Cosmetic Surgery Worth It?While cosmetic surgery tends to be glamorised by high profile celebrities and wealthy individuals, surgery of any kind comes with risks. So while the end result may be alluring it's important to...
  • Laser skin rejuvenation – does it work? Cosmetic surgery guide - laser skin treatmentLaser skin rejuvenation is a term that covers a range of laser treatments used to help make the skin on your face look younger, smoother, and more radiant. There are two types of laser treatments...
  • Tummy Tuck - What Happens Next? tummy tuckAbdominoplasty – better known as a tummy tuck – is an operation to remove excess fat and skin from the lower abdomen, and restore muscle tone. This is usually performed to correct a loose or sagging...
  • Breast Implants – What Happens Next? Surgeons back smaller breast reductionsBreast implants are one of the most popular forms of cosmetic surgery, giving the patient larger, firmer, or more even breasts. The operation is a relatively simple procedure and can have significant...
  • What to do when your plastic surgery goes wrong? FaceliftIn the UK, plastic surgery has become an increasingly popular option for people unhappy with their appearance. Undertaken in an appropriate way with experienced surgeons, the result can be extremely...
  • Plastic Surgery vs Cosmetic Surgery plastic vs cosmeticAlthough the two terms are often used interchangeably, there is a crucial difference between plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery. Plastic surgery is generally used to correct, restore, or repair...
  • Boob jabs - Breast enhancement technology Surgeons back smaller breast reductionsInjected breast implants (or breast shape injections) is a new breast enhancement technology successfully used in Japan, America, and many other countries for several years, and is now being...
  • Mini Face Lift – is it right for me? FaceliftWith the passing of time it's only natural that your face will show signs of ageing. However, genetic disposition, previous exposure to the sun and your general lifestyle all contribute to how soon,...
  • Tummy tuck surgery – is it right for me? Woman's tummyA tummy tuck (also known as abdominoplasty) is an operation to remove unwanted fat and skin from your lower abdomen, and tighten your stomach muscles. It is not used as a method of losing weight, as...
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