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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.

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, 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? 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? Laser 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? Abdominoplasty – 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? Breast 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...
Plastic Surgery vs Cosmetic Surgery Although 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 Injected 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? With 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? A 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...
Cellulite treatment Cellulite is a type of fat commonly found on the thighs, stomach, buttocks and breasts. It forms when waste fluids and toxins are trapped under the skin, causing the connective tissue to harden and...
How safe is breast enlargement (augmentation)? In the UK, breast augmentation is the most common cosmetic surgery procedure, although women who've had a mastectomy as part of cancer treatment may also have breast augmentation (in which case it is...
Breast reduction (mammoplasty) - is it right for you? Some women develop disproportionately large breasts during puberty. This can cause health problems, and issues with self-esteem throughout life. Sometimes the problems caused by very large breasts...
Should I have a breast reduction operation? A breast reduction operation, also known as mammoplasty, reduces the size and changes the shape and firmness of a woman's breasts. You may choose to have a breast reduction operation for several...
Breast augmentation – UK or abroad? Breast augmentation UK or abroad is a cosmetic operation that you have to pay for yourself – and you could face a bill of between £4000 and £5000 if you opt for a UK private clinic. Going abroad is a...

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