Informative Articles
The Cosmetic Consultation Fee
A cosmetic consultation fee is a professional fee that your Plastic or Breast surgeon would charge for the quality professional time, during which they dedicate themselves to you and spend with you at your consultation to listen to your clinical requirements, assess...
Breast Implants Illness (BII)
It is important to state that the majority of patients with silicone breast implants, whether inserted for cosmetic or reconstructive purposes, do not report problems. A small percentage of patients with breast implants may report a set of symptoms, which include...
Breast Implant Associated-Squamous Cell Carcinoma (BIA-SCC)
Breast Implant Associated-Squamous Cell Carcinoma (BIA-SCC) was first published in September 2022. It is very rare but potentially aggressive tumour which is associated with breast implants and originates from the capsule. Due to the very small number of reported...
Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL)
BIA-ALCL, is a type of lymphoma, which can develop in the breast implant capsule. It is most frequently associated with textured breasts implants. It is an immune system type of cancer. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, currently the lifetime...
Breast Enlargement (Augmentation)
Breast Enlargement, or 'Breast Augmentation' is a procedure to enlarge and enhance the breasts. It qualifies as one of the most common cosmetic surgical procedures in the UK and most other parts of the world. Women, who decide to undergo this surgery, in the majority,...
Mastopexy Augmentation
Mastopexy Augmentation is also known as breasts’ uplift and enlargement. Commonly patients attending my private clinic wish to discuss this surgery to improve the sagginess, droopiness and emptiness of their breasts following pregnancies, or breast-feeding. Breast...
Inverted Nipples Correction
Inverted nipples are not an uncommon condition affecting 3% of the female population, and in 80% it may affect both breasts. It has cosmetic implications and functional impact as it may mean the female is unable to breastfeed and in certain more severe cases it may...
Breast Asymmetry Correction
Silicone breast implants, with or without mastopexy (breast uplift) in the second stage. The second stage timing can be between 6-12 months following the first operation, however, it is variable between patients. What To Expect After The Surgery: The surgery is...
Tubular Breasts
The terminology of tubular breasts is synonymous with tuberous breasts. This condition exists from birth presents at puberty and becomes more visible with breast growth. Although the breasts are functionally normal, however, they are cosmetically different. It may...
Q&A
The Perils of cosmetic surgery tourism
Cosmetic tourism is on the rise and over the last 2 years it is estimated that the figures may have doubled. Patients travel to as far destinations as Thailand in quest for cosmetic procedures; and Brits are using their holidays as an opportunity to undergo cosmetic...
A brief history of breast implants, and the changing trends in breast cup statistics
Breast enlargement surgery is the most popular cosmetic procedure in the UK and most of Europe; however, in the USA it is now second only to liposuction. The numbers of such procedures in the UK have grown significantly over the years and now are nearer to 40,000...
Breast Augmentation surgery and phrases people may use when “Googling”
Google to date is the most popular search engine worldwide. When patients in the UK decide that they wish to explore having breast enlargement surgery they would surf the worldwide web/internet to achieve their goal of locating a surgeon or a clinic suited to their...
Breast Reduction Surgery, What You Should Know…
If breast asymmetry was present prior to the surgery, the objective would be to improve this asymmetry as a part of the procedure. Following the surgery the breasts will appear pert; 3-4 months following the surgery they will look more natural and will behave...
What is a Mastopexy?
Mastopexy, commonly known as a breast lift, is a surgical procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts. This procedure is particularly popular among women who have experienced significant changes to their breast tissue due to factors such as aging,...
Understanding Breast Lift Surgery: What to Expect and Outcomes
Breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, is a popular cosmetic procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts. This article aims to inform aesthetic surgery candidates, women considering the procedure, and health enthusiasts about what breast lift...
Understanding Breast Augmentation Surgery: What You Need to Know
Breast augmentation surgery, often referred to as a "boob job," is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures among women aged 20-40. Whether you're looking to enhance your natural curves, restore volume lost after pregnancy, or achieve better symmetry, it’s crucial...