Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Blog – Harley Medical Group

Last night was another instalment of one of my new favourite shows, The Ugly Face of Beauty – and yet again it’s given me loads to think about. Hearing the sad stories of people who’ve suffered after their surgeries is of course the thing that upset me. Like the show suggested, it’s really important that anyone who has any type of surgery completely understands that there could be risks involved and that they know all about these before making their decision. After all, even very minor surgeries can cause complications, so it’s best to have all the facts and the help of a qualified and friendly surgeon.

But that wasn’t the only thing I wanted to blog about today, I also wanted to say a little bit about looking after your skin and how a little bit of care today can really pay off in years to come. Read the rest of this entry »

A new survey has revealed that job seekers could be looking to boost their employment prospects with the aid of cosmetic surgery, in light of beliefs that older or unattractive candidates are not as likely to be hired.

In a recent poll of mostly male managers, Newsweek found that 84 per cent of managers said they would hesitate to hire a visibly older candidate for a position. Read the rest of this entry »

Janice Dickinson, described as the ‘world’s first supermodel’, is still enjoying a successful career well into her 50s. Janice recently bared all in a nude photo shoot for a celebrity magazine, and has reaffirmed her love for cosmetic surgery helping her hold on to her looks.

Janice told Closer magazine that she was all for people having cosmetic surgery and treatments if it made them feel better about themselves. The 55-year-old reality star had her first breast enlargement at 32 and said she has been a fan of cosmetic surgery ever since.

“Then in my 40s I signed up for Botox and now I have it every six months,” Janice added.

Explaining the secret to her size six figure, Janice revealed that she follows a strict diet and exercise regime. “I have to make sure I exercise and that the ingredients that go into my body are completely organic,” she explained.

“I relax, meditate and do 80 minutes of yoga every day. I hike and make sure everything I eat is organic. I eat steamed fish, chicken and turkey, plus salads, carrot juice and supplements.”

Discussing whether she would consider further plastic surgery in the future, Janice said she is always happy to receive advice and revealed she is considering having the skin on her neck tightened.

Janice Dickinson is currently filming Celebrity Rehab in the United States, and told viewers they can look forward to seeing a touchy side to her.

“I’m going through the menopause and it’s hell. I’m on hormone replacement and I get sweats,” Janice revealed.

English model Kelly Brook was previously voted the sexiest woman in the world and has appeared on the cover of Playboy, among other publications. The successful 30-year-old recently revealed that she will be keeping a close eye on her looks in the future, and wouldn’t rule out cosmetic surgery if she thought she needed it. Read the rest of this entry »

Britain’s blushing brides are increasingly focusing their attention on all aspects of their appearance when it comes their big day, with a surge in the number of women choosing cosmetic surgery before their wedding.

It’s no secret that brides want to look their best for their wedding day, especially with wedding photos capturing the occasion forever, and an increasing number are choosing plastic surgery to help them achieve their dream look.

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In some ways, I can see why people get tempted by the idea of having cosmetic surgery done abroad. The idea of sun and sand can certainly turn your head a bit, especially when you live in the decidedly grey UK most of the time.

Then there’s the price issue, you see plenty of adverts for cosmetic surgery abroad that promise cheap prices and all inclusive deals, people who have a tight budget might think they’ve stumbled onto the perfect solution – but I can’t stress often enough how much of a bad idea it can be!

So I’m really, really pleased to see The Ugly Face of Beauty on Channel 4, as Dr Christian has been highlighting some of the dangers of choosing to leave the country to have cosmetic surgery done. It was really upsetting to hear about the women who suffered at the hands of doctors overseas, and it’s the kind of thing I hate finding out about – but if we don’t hear about the dangers we don’t know how to protect ourselves from them, right?

In my opinion, the most important thing to think about if you get tempted by a cheap deal abroad is what kind of care you can really, honestly expect. After care is massively important, as are initial consultations, and if you’re likely to be back home by the time you start healing – how are you going to get back in touch with your doctor? And what if there are communication problems between you and your surgeon? All too quickly a dream solution can turn into a nightmare experience.

Whether you decide to stay in the UK or go abroad, there are a couple of things you really have to insist on whenever you’re considering surgery and choosing your cosmetic surgery provider. They are: meeting your surgeon beforehand, making sure you understand them – even if it means bringing in a translator, checking that all costs are inclusive and that you won’t be charged extra for unexpected things.

The other important thing to find out about is the after care. While there are some risks associated with surgeries, having a competent, capable and qualified team of surgeons and doctors can make all the difference. Don’t just hand over your credit card with a head full of dreams, think smart guys!

The explosive growth of non surgical treatments, making it quicker and cheaper than ever before to combat the signs of ageing, is not causing a corresponding decline in the number of people embracing more invasive treatments, according to an industry expert. Read the rest of this entry »

It has long been rumoured that X Factor judge Louis Walsh had cosmetic surgery to reduce the signs of ageing. The Irish music mogul has admitted that he had work done – though said his fellow judge Simon Cowell is not always so open. Read the rest of this entry »

Singing star Anastacia has revealed that she uses Botox regularly to combat her ‘family frown’ and boost her self-confidence.

The 41-year-old singer, who’s well known for hits such as ‘I’m Outta Love’, told Contactmusic News that using the wrinkle relaxing injections allows her to feel more confident about her appearance, as she no longer has to be “scared” of her frown lines. Read the rest of this entry »

Actress Courtney Cox has shown her support for non surgical cosmetic treatments that make people feel better about themselves and discussed her use of Botox in a recent interview.

Speaking to InStyle magazine, Courtney explained that she uses Botox sometimes and that she is not against slowing the ageing process down with similar treatments. She said: “Aging gracefully is one thing, but trying to slow it down is another. Read the rest of this entry »