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One of the important aspects that you need to consider when having breast augmentation surgery is the size of the breast implants that you have. You may want a modest increase in size for your breasts or choose to have large breast implants that provide a more dramatic look.

The choice of size for your breast implants can have a significant effect on your appearance. The options you have available will be discussed during your consultation beforehand and it’s completely your choice what you prefer to have. It’s still worth being aware of what complications can arise if you were to have large breast implants.

Aesthetic appearance

When discussing your operation, you will go through all the possible options that are available to you. This will also include studying your anatomy and your build to discover what size is best suited to you. This is because if the size of the breast implants you choose is significantly larger to your body structure, it can make your aesthetic appearance seem disproportionate. Your large breast implants will appear less natural compared to your body. This also means the purchase of clothes can become more difficult to match your structure.

Skin becomes too stretched

The purpose of breast implants is to stretch the skin to make your breasts appear larger. However, if you choose large breast implants that may not be completely suited to your body, it can cause the skin to become too stretched. Over time, your breast can naturally sag and droop. With the weight of the breast implants, this can make your breasts droop sooner rather than later.

Asymmetry problems

Another issue that can arise if the implants are too big and heavy is asymmetry. Breast are never the same size and they naturally grow in slightly different sizes. When large breast implants are inserted, the skin will stretch the breasts. This means the excess weight of the implants can either cause one breast shape to be larger than the other or the nipples can appear in different positions. 

Everyday activities become difficult

It’s surprising to think a natural growth of breasts can be a reason why you’re unable to perform simple tasks. However, these breast implants can be an obstacle when it comes to exercising, swimming and even running. If you find yourself to be a very active individual, it’s worth considering this when choosing the size of your implants.

Pain in the back/neck

Pain in the back and neck is one of the most common reasons why naturally large-breasted patients opt for breast reduction surgery. The excessive weight of the breast implants can end up with pain in their shoulders, back, and neck throughout the day for patients. Whilst having breast implants can change your appearance, you need to question whether the difference in your appearance is worth the pain that you’ll witness.

Here at Gary Ross, we aim to ensure that we can provide all possible options available to you. Your wellbeing and happiness is our first priority when it comes to consulting you on your cosmetic surgery. At the same time, it’s also important that we provide you with both the pros and cons of what you choose so you can make an informed decision.

Feel free to browse our breast augmentation page for further details on the procedure. You can also take a look at other patient results through our breast augmentation case study page.

In the past, you may have gone through a breast reduction but later down the line, you’re not happy with the results. There can be a number of reasons for this including:

– Not being happy with your current size

– Asymmetry was created when you went through the surgery

– Gained more weight after your first breast reduction

– Pregnancy has caused more breast volume and stretched the skin

– You want a youthful appearance after ageing

Considering this, you may be pondering having a second breast reduction. However, you may be worried about the complications of going through another breast reduction. An experienced and well-skilled surgeon can make a second breast reduction possible for you and achieve your goals for even smaller breasts.

Can I be a candidate for a second breast reduction?

Your surgeon will provide you with all your possible options after assessing you during your consultation. If you are considered a healthy individual and your previous breast reduction procedure has fully healed, you can be considered a candidate for a second breast reduction.

There can be cases when we advise it’s best to delay your surgery. If you’re still looking to have children, significant weight loss or gain can impact your final results. This may mean you don’t gain the results that you were originally expecting. Your surgeon may also advise to delay if you’re undergoing high levels of stress or have unrealistic expectations of your results.

Bear in mind that the technique used by your original surgeon from the first procedure will have an impact on the results of your second breast reduction. There may be some limitations to the results you wish to achieve for your surgeon, so be realistic when setting your goals for the surgery. Find a surgeon you trust and preferably one that is skilled in breast reductions surgeries.

What to keep in mind for your breast reduction second time around

There will be more complexities with your second breast reduction

As the skin and tissue has already been interfered with, this would have to be considered when going through a breast reduction second time around. How your breasts healed will also be considered as your skin would have developed less elasticity over time. Opting for a surgeon who has plenty of experience can help to achieve the optimum results you desire.

It can take more time than the first one

Surgeons need to be careful that they don’t re-traumatise the breast tissue. Therefore, they’ll need more time to move around this and take their time navigating the surgery. There will be challenges that the surgeon may come across during the procedure, so it’s important to have a surgeon who has done the procedure plenty of times before. They’ll be more familiar with the complications they come across.

Opt for a surgeon with breast reconstruction experience

A breast reconstruction surgeon who has plenty of experience can draw on these expertise to ensure the least amount of complications possible can occur. They’ll use the most advanced techniques to ensure that nipple sensation remains and blood flow to the breast continues to be healthy.

The price may vary

There are many factors which can contribute to the surgery being more expensive than what you had previously. It will first of all require more time for the surgeon to navigate around the previous surgery, which requires more skill. Inflation in prices can also be another reason for your second breast reduction being more expensive. There can be situations where your surgery insurance can cover you for a repeat surgery.

Your records from your previous surgeon can help

Although this is not necessary, if you do happen to have records of your previous procedure, this can be helpful for the surgeon.They can be more aware of the techniques that were used and further detail of any complications that may have occurred previously. Surgical planning can therefore be more efficient.

What size options do I have?

There is a sense of reasonability to be considered when deciding on how small you can physically go. It will be dependent on your build and shape as well as your original and current breast size. Your aesthetic appearance will be considered with this.

For significant breast reductions, scars are likely to be larger and more skin is likely needed to be removed. There would also be more of a challenge in preserving nipple sensation and maintaining blood flow to the breasts. This is something to be wary of but don’t let it put you off as we have some of the most skilled breast surgeons on hand to provide sufficient results.

Consult with your specialist breast surgeon

At UK Aesthetic, we have some of the finest and most skilled surgeons available that dedicate their time to improve your way of life. During your consultation, we’ll run through all your possible breast reduction options and ensure your safety and preference come first.

Feel free to browse our breast reduction case studies page to see results from previous patients that have also had the procedure. 

Botulinum Toxin, more commonly known as Botox, is an extremely popular procedure within cosmetic surgery. They tend to be provided in the form of botox injections in face by many surgeons and practices around the world. Their main purpose is to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines by relaxing the underlying muscles under the skin. 

Considering the popularity of botox, it’s regarded as one of the safest forms of cosmetic surgery available. However, as with the majority of non-invasive cosmetic treatments, there can be complications involved.

Are you considering having botox injections in face or are worried about the potential side effects they can cause? In this blog post, we’ll explore the problems that can arise with the surgery that you should be aware of.

Bleeding after botox injections in face

As needles will be injected into the skin, you may expect some bleeding to occur where the injections have taken place. This can occur similar to how bruising can happen. How bleeding can occur is from the moment the needle enters the skin. There can be instances when it moves against the capillary near the area, causing it to bleed a little.

This shouldn’t be too much of a concern, however, as the bleeding should stop relatively quickly. The more skilled and experienced surgeons would be expected to prevent any bleeding occurring.

Pain around the area

Your pain threshold may be different to other patients. When having botox injection in face, the pain factor should be relatively minimal. A pinch may be felt as the injections can naturally cause this sensation. If you do feel uncomfortable with the pain, it’s quite common for surgeons to apply numbing cream beforehand to help lower the tolerance of pain that you feel. How much pain you do feel tends to depend on your skin and the skill level of the surgeon that’s performing the surgery.

Swelling/bruising

Considering botox is provided by injections, they can be relatively susceptible to bruising. However, the most skilled and best surgeons available will be aware of the methods to prevent swelling or bruising. 

During your consultation, you should also expect your surgeon to run through ways to prevent the chances of bruising occurring. After the treatment, it can be common to experience redness and soreness. You should then expect these symptoms to reduce a few days after the surgery.

Causes drooping in the face

Some patients can become obsessed with the results that botox injections in face can provide. Therefore, they have several injections in the same place to maintain the appearance they’ve achieved. If you overuse the botox, it can cause the muscles in your skin to become weak. This makes it more difficult for it to support the flesh above. 

This can cause the results to appear less natural and even feel painful. Aesthetically, there can be droops in the face which makes your skin appear saggy and almost reverse the effects that you initially wanted. 

We want the best for you

The team at Gary Ross always puts you first. This means that we want the procedure to provide the best results for you. To do this, we’ll provide you with the pros and cons of your surgery as well as make you well aware of the risks involved. This will allow you to make an informed decision knowing you have the best surgeons around you to fulfil your needs.

Contact us today to book a consultation. You can also have a browse of our botox procedure page for further information.

Over the years, cosmetic surgery for men has become more accepted within society. In some cases, some surgical procedures are seen more popular for men than women. In particular, men have been more drawn towards male body contouring procedures as a way to define their shape and appearance. Over time, patients can witness signs of ageing through sagging skin and excessive tissue forming around the body.

Luckily, there are both surgical and non-surgical solutions that can help resolve the issue for patients. Each of the methods have their benefits and downfalls, which is why it’s important to discuss the procedure through a consultation. Here, you can also discuss which option may be ideal for you to suit your male body contouring needs. What may be suitable for one patient, may not be suitable for you. It’s important to explore the options available to you.

Male body contouring to treat the abdomen

The abdomen area is probably considered the biggest concern for many male patients. In an ideal scenario, male patients would prefer to have a flat stomach with visible abdomen muscles. However, ageing can cause patients to form a gut which becomes merely impossible to reduce. Even with the right diet and exercise. There are popular non-surgical solutions that can help resolve this issue:

– CoolSculpting

– SculpSure

These techniques involve the fat cells being treated through hot or cold temperatures. It’s then through natural metabolic systems that the cells are completely eliminated. These types of treatments will require several treatments.

A form of surgical technique is liposuction. This can be considered a more effective technique and is relatively popular for abdomen solutions. As a male body contouring procedure, it provides the surgeon the ability to mould the abdomen to how they wish it to be. There will be more downtime required compared to non-surgical treatments and a compression garment will need to be worn. 

Gynaecomastia to improve the appearance of the chest

The next form of surgery that’s relatively popular is gynaecomastia, which improves the appearance of the chest. Typically, male patients tend to have this procedure when they form ‘man boobs’ which is excess glandular tissue forming in the chest area. Depending on the cause of this tissue will help to determine the ideal procedure.

For patients that have tissue forming because of too much fat, liposuction is typically the solution. Through this method, the chest can be sculpted and fat can be reduced. On the other hand, patients may suffer from excess glandular tissue in the chest. In which case, the gland will be required to be surgically removed. The amount of tissue that needs to be removed will determine which the correct incision option will be. 

Defining the jawline

Having a crisp and defined jawline can be a wanting desire for men. Unfortunately, not every man is blessed with such a feature and fat can form under the chin easily with age. Thankfully, there are non-invasive procedures that can help to treat the area of fat. Treatments such as CoolSculpting and Sculpsure are possibilities, as well as injectables such as Kybella.

For surgical procedures, liposuction would be a procedure that can help to reduce the extra fat in the neck area. There is also the possibility of having neck lift surgery. This can help to provide a more youthful appearance and tighten the skin within the area.

There can be times when these can be conducted as stand alone procedures. However, for patients that have loose skin that sags regularly, you may require a combination of procedures. This is something that can easily be discussed during your consultation.

Find your contouring solutions at Gary Ross

If you’re looking to define the appearance of your body, we can provide the solution here at Gary Ross. Book a consultation with us and we can discuss the best options for you with our qualified surgeons. Removing that irritating fat from your problem areas can help you feel like a new man altogether.

One of the common questions patients tend to ask before surgery is whether they can perform any heavy lifting after a breast augmentation, including lifting their children. This can be particularly common for mothers who are worried about how they’d be able to look after their children following the surgery.

What Is Considered heavy Lifting After An Augmentation 

It’s strongly advised that at least for the first week after surgery, you will require help at home to manoeuvre and look after your children. There are ways you can limit the impact of heavy lifting after a breast augmentation whilst at home and this can include instances where the children come onto your lap before you choose to lift them up and put them down or you’re lifting them with good posture which is reasonable and doesn’t put strain on the chest area. 

Limit Heavy Lifting After a Breast Augmentation 

However, it’s still important to limit the amount of lifting that you do and what you can and can’t lift will depend on what you’re lifting and how you’re lifting it. By 6 weeks you should be relatively safe to lift as normal but the 1-2 week period can be crucial. Heavy lifting after breast augmentation can be supported better if you were to wear a support bra or garment, however, during this period in recovery.

Discuss Your Questions/ Concerns With Your Surgeon

As always, if you have any further questions about heavy lifting after a breast augmentation or anything else, it’s important to discuss any concerns and questions that you have during your consultation before the surgery takes place.

For More Details On Lifting After Breast Augmentations 

If you’d like more information on breast augmentation surgery then you can get in touch by contacting us here or by calling 0161 4014064. You can also visit our breast augmentation case study page

Patients tend to ask whether they can have a breast implant removal and lift at the same time as breast implants can alter over time. A common issue is the implants tend to drop out of position. Similarly, the natural shape of the breasts can change through ageing, which means the shape of the implant will dictate the results of the surgery. 

Symptoms for having larger breasts tend to include neck and back pain. This is why many patients prefer to have the implants removed. Whether patients can have a breast implant removal and lift at the same time is completely determined by the condition of the breast capsules and a number of other factors. 

If the implants are diseased and more work is completed on them, there is likely to be further risk to the nipple areola complex and the healing process of these. Another risk factor is the position and how low the nipple is as the risk of combining an implant removal and lift together is determined by this.

This is a common operation and the majority of patients are suitable to go through with. In the case study provided, we can see how the results differ from before and after the surgery. The patient has opted to have the implants removed and you can see the incisions from the previous mastopexy surgery, resulting in positive results. Similarly, the next case study shows a patient how has a mastopexy surgery implemented in a different surgery proving to provide incisions that don’t appear great. To alter this, the capsule has been completely removed and scars have been revised to provide the patient with a better-looking appearance. 

Whilst having a breast implant removal and lift surgery can be common, it is still important to run through the pros and cons of the surgery through your consultation. If you’d like more information on breast augmentation removal surgery then you can get in touch by contacting us here or by calling 0161 401 4064. You can also visit our breast augmentation removal case study page

Periorbital forms of surgery such as blepharoplasty and eyebrow lifts are slowly becoming relatively popular surgeries for patients. They’re more open to exploring the options that are available to them, including in the upper region where these are the two most common surgeries.

What Is The Aim Of Blepharoplasty

A blepharoplasty aims to exercise the skin in the upper eyelids and raise them to provide a better aesthetically pleasing result whilst an eyelift aims to raise the brow.  For rejuvenation in the particular area, the following options for you includes a brow lift on its own which can help patients who have seen their brow drop significantly and then an upper blepharoplasty where there is excess skin found in the area.

What Are The Benefits of Combining Blepharoplasty and Eyebrow Lifts

There is also the option to combine both an upper blepharoplasty and eyebrow lift together. This tends to be chosen by patients who have seen the impacts of aging affect both areas but the majority of candidates are suitable for the operation. Whilst this is an option to have both a blepharoplasty and eyebrow lift, it’s worth considering that there can be negatives to having an upper blepharoplasty and eyelid lift performed at the same time.

Potential Risks Of Having Combined Blepharoplasty and Eyebrow Lifts

One of the negatives include the possibility of the eyes being unable to close properly, which can result in dry eyes for many patients. This means a compromise is made from the amount of skin that has been removed in the upper blepharoplasty. As always it’s important to discuss this in a consultation.

Blepharoplasty and Eyebrow Lift Case Study Highlights

The case study provided in the video shows a patient who had a combination of both treatments, with an upper blepharoplasty performed on the left eye and a brow lift performed on the right eye.

For More Information On Blepharoplasty and Eyebrow Lifts

If you’d like more information on blepharoplasty or brow lift surgery then you can get in touch by contacting us here or by calling 0161 401 4064. You can also visit our blepharoplasty and brow lift case study pages.