Month: August 2018

What blepharoplasty surgery can do for you

As we age the skin around the eyes begins to change. Blepharoplasty surgery can be an option for those unhappy with the appearance of the skin around the eyes.

Ageing symptoms commonly associated with the eye area can include sagging skin, hooded eyelids or drooping skin below the eyes. There are different types of blepharoplasty surgery depending on which concern you have.

What types of eye rejuvenation surgery are there?

In most instances one of two eyelid rejuvenation procedures are offered: upper blepharoplasty surgery and lower blepharoplasty surgery.

As the names suggest, upper blepharoplasty surgery procedures are designed to improve the eyelids, whereas lower blepharoplasty surgery reduces eye bags.

It is not uncommon for patients to undergo both upper blepharoplasty surgery and lower blepharoplasty surgery at the same time. This helps to rejuvenate the whole eye area, and opens up the upper face.

Who is blepharoplasty surgery suitable for?

Blepharoplasty surgery is designed for people who wish to rejuvenate the upper face. It’s more common in older patients who are unhappy with the physical effects of ageing around the eyes.

It’s not designed to treat wrinkles, but can be combined with dermal filler treatments should this issue need addressing.

What age should you consider blepharoplasty surgery?

Most patients undergoing eye lid rejuvenation procedures are over 40, or those with noticeable skin laxity above or below the eyes.

What happens during eyelid rejuvenation surgery?

Each procedure is different, but the universal goal is to reduce excess skin and creating a smoother appearance. Incisions are made and excess fat or skin is removed before the wound is closed.

You can find out more about the procedures on the blepharoplasty treatment page.

Is eyelid rejuvenation surgery safe?

All cosmetic surgery comes with some risk. Most patients are satisfied with the results of their upper blepharoplasty surgery and/or lower blepharoplasty surgery, but there are risks associated.

Patients will noticed swelling and bruising around the eyes in the days and weeks after surgery. You will be told about any risk or complications during your consultation.

How long does it take to recover from this procedure?

An overnight stay in hospital is likely. You will require some time off work to recover, and should avoid exercise initially.

Your surgeon will give you advice on how best to recover from upper blepharoplasty surgery or lower blepharoplasty surgery.

How do you choose a surgeon for blepharoplasty surgery?

It’s important to do your research and choose a cosmetic surgeon that specialises in your field of treatment. A plastic surgeon has a working knowledge of both the face and body.

Booking a consultation is a good way to get to know your surgeon. This is an opportunity for you to ask questions, make sure you’re suitable for the procedure, and meet the clinic staff.

Where can I get more information about this procedure?

You can find more specific information on the blepharoplasty treatment page. There’s lots of handy tips and advice to use as part of your research.

To book a consultation with Mr Ross simply email the clinic team. They will help to guide you and can answer any initial questions you may have.

In this vlog, we discuss how a patient’s anatomy can affect their breast enlargement results. When a patient goes through a breast enhancement operation, there are several anatomical factors that can determine the results of the breast enhancement procedure. There are suggestions that the same implant sizes and shapes will provide consistent results for every patient, which isn’t the case.

The anatomical differences that can have an affect include back size, chest wall asymmetry, excess skin and gap size in the chest region. Throughout the video, there are several case studies that show differing breast augmentation results because of the anatomical differences that the patients have. The examples that are provided in the video explores different situations where anatomical differences are presented of the patients.

Breast augmentation advice is also provided on how to go about making sure that you get the results that you wish. On occasions, considerations such as nipple size and position can be different on breasts and so different implants may be required for the breast enlargement results to appear symmetrical. The video outlines more details about how patients can use their consultation to compare their body types with previous patients who have had similar procedures. This can determine what would be the best procedure to gain the best results for the patient.

If you’d like more information on breast augmentation surgery then you can get in touch by contacting us here or by calling 0161 401 4064. You can also visit our breast augmentation case study page to see more examples of results from our performed treatments.

How to know if gynaecomastia surgery right for you

An increasingly requested form of cosmetic surgery for men is gynaecomastia surgery. Otherwise known as a male breast reduction, this procedure removes unwanted tissue from the chest.

Gynaecomastia surgery is designed to help adult males who are unhappy with the aesthetic appearance of their chest. A male breast reduction is a surgical procedure and like all surgery comes with risks.

There are-non surgical treatments such as fat reduction using energy-assisted devices, but it’s largely agreed gynaecomastia surgery is the long-term solution.

Why do some men need gynaecomastia surgery?

Male breasts can form for several reasons. For some patients, it can be a genetic condition, for others a result of hormonal changes during puberty.

Weight can also play a factor but diet and exercise can usually shrink the chest if this is the problem. A form of gynaecomastia surgery can be offered to remove excess skin post-weight loss if this is deemed necessary.

Treating gynaecomastia

For men affected by this condition, gynaecomastia surgery can provide life-changing results. Those suffering from this fairly common but unwanted condition may feel emotional distress as well as unhappiness with their physical appearance.
Choosing to undergo gynaecomastia surgery shouldn’t be undertaken lightly, but often provides welcome relief for men unhappy with the appearance of their chest.

The traditional surgical procedure takes 1-2 hours and is performed under general anaesthetic in a hospital. You will be required to stay overnight.

Other treatment options

Other treatment options may include fat removal using Body-jet. It’s often the case that fat reduction is used alongside gynaecomastia surgery to get a more natural-looking result.

Body-jet fat removal is water-assisted, so the fat can be taken from the breast in a more gentle way. This results in less bruising.

Which form of gynaecomastia surgery you require is between you and your surgeon. A full consultation is required in order to ascertain suitability.

Recovering from gynaecomastia surgery

Male breast reduction surgery requires some recovery time, and this should be factored into your decision to undergo treatment. You will likely need some time off work and be required to rest.

You are likely to have scars but you can help these heal faster by following some simple steps. This blog post offers some useful tips and advice for wound care and recovering from surgery.

Choosing a surgeon for breast surgery

It’s important to do your research before committing to any kind of breast surgery, including male breast reduction procedures. Take the time to research before choosing a plastic surgeon and do your homework regarding the procedure.

We have lots of helpful information on our treatment pages if you are considering undergoing gynaecomastia surgery. If you are interested in learning more about surgeon selection you may find this article useful.

Please call or email the clinic if you would like to book a consultation for gynaecomastia procedures including male breast reduction.