Anyone considering cosmetic surgery needs to have minimal stress and anxiety in their lives before considering surgery. If you have suffered with stress and anxiety here are some recommendations: –

1. Speak to your GP

If you are feeling overwhelmed with stress and anxiety and this is impacting your health, then the most important thing you can do is to speak to your GP. Your GP will help you define the cause of your stress and could refer you for further treatment, such as counselling or support group help, or prescribe medication if this is appropriate.

2. Schedule in some ‘me-time’

Whether this is going for a coffee with a friend, reading a chapter of a book, going to a yoga class or treating yourself to a beauty treatment, just taking time out of your regular schedule will help you relax and gain some much-needed rest and relaxation.

3. Ask for help

Often this can be the hardest thing to do but asking for help can really help to relieve the pressure and stress from your life. If you’re struggling to juggle work and home life, you could ask a friend or family member to help out with childcare; speak to your employer about changing your work contract to flexitime or employ a cleaner to handle your household chores while you spend more quality time with your children.

4. Learn how to combat your problems

If there’s a certain person or activity which triggers your stress, then one way to tackle this is by learning a new skill to help you handle the stress more effectively. If a person at work consistently treats you like a doormat, then attending a course on assertiveness could be a way to combat this. If money worries are stressing you out, book in a session with a financial advisor for help and advice on handling your money or sign up to a bookkeeping course. Working in a job you don’t like can be very stressful, you can find out what areas you might want to focus your career on by doing volunteer work or taking a course in a subject you’re interested in.

5. Have a break from technology

Studies have shown that excessive use of technology can cause sleep disorders and symptoms of stress and depression and as many as 1 in 5 people say they feel depressed as a result of using social media sites. Try a technology detox, whether this is not checking social media for a week or not reading online news sites after 7 pm so you can avoid traumatic stories before bed. Doing something to cut down on the time you spend online should help to reduce stress levels.

Looking after ourselves can help to diminish feelings of stress and anxiety. If you’re busy with commitments at work and home, taking the time to look after yourself can soon slip way down on your ‘to do’ list. It’s so important to take a holistic look at your health and pinpoint exactly what factors in it are causing you to feel so stressed. There are options open to you and people who can help you feel in control again, whether this is something as simple as booking in for a pampering or cosmetic treatment to gain some valuable ‘me time’ or something more in depth such as a counselling sessions to get to the root of what is stressing you out.

To help combat anxiety, ask yourself these questions to help bring some logical thought to your problems:

1. Will this problem I’m worrying about matter to me in 2 months time? If the answer is no, then you can bring some grounding to your anxiety and realise that this problem is really not that important, and in two months’ time this worrying will have been for nothing.
2. Can I do anything about the problem I’m worried about? If the answer is no, then again you are realising that this problem is not worth worrying about and you must let the worry go.

Questions like these will help ground your anxiety in logic and will help you combat your worry and stress.

Mr Ross will always give you an honest and open opinion regarding the pros and cons of cosmetic surgery and will only offer surgery when you are empowered to make an informed decision about the pros and cons.

For many individuals, getting facelift surgery is a question of when not if. If you have decided that a facelift is in your future, remember that everyone ages in a unique way and on an individual timeline. There is no specific point at which it is clear that it is time to undergo a facelift. Nonetheless, there are specific indicators that you can watch out for to help you decide when it would be best for you to reap the benefits of this life-changing facial rejuvenation surgery.

Ageing Signs to Look For

Certain signs of ageing can be valuable indicators that it may be time for you to consider facelift surgery. These usually do not include the first signs of nasolabial folds and the early signs of facial sagging. Instead, you should be on the lookout for moderate to severe signs of facial ageing. Loosened facial muscles, deeper furrows and folds, lax skin, sagging jowls, and sagging skin and muscles on the neck may all require surgical correction with a facelift. Patients should be on the lookout for these more advanced signs of ageing in the lower face. If you have observed these things, schedule your initial consultation for facelift surgery so that Mr Ross can help you determine whether now is the right time for your surgery.

The Role of Age in Facelift Surgery Timing

Age plays an important role in determining the timing of your facelift surgery. A facelift corrects signs of ageing that typically appears in patients between the ages of 50 and 60. Therefore, most patients who undergo facelift surgery are within this age range. However, some individuals with particularly good skin laxity, favourable genetics, and a healthy lifestyle may be able to achieve their desired results by undergoing facelift surgery even into their 70s. Others with signs of premature ageing, especially those who smoke or have extensive sun damage to their skin, may be younger candidates for facelift surgery.

The right age for facelift surgery is determined by individual needs. If you think it may be time for you to get this surgery, request your personal consultation with Mr Ross today by filling out our online enquiry form.

Women are having ‘bum fat’ pumped into their faces to make them look younger.

The Procedure has been rated one of this year’s top cosmetic surgery trends.

Harvested fat cells provide volume on bony or lined areas of the face.

Plastic surgeon Gary Ross explained: The fat can be take from an area in the body and placed into the face to try to volumise the areas affected by ageing. Frequently, patients opt to have their fat injected on the bony portions of the face – usually the mid face. It can also be used for finer lines.”

Hair transplants also feature among 2017’s top surgical trends. Transplants are often being sought by women who have experienced hair loss.

The industry has seen a spike in the number of women seeking help with hair loss, said aesthetic surgeon Dr Somji.

He said: I have seen a surge due to hair extensions but this still remains most popular with men.”

Elsewhere the focus has been on having quick and convenient procedures such as one-stitch face lifts, and using lasers to zap saggy skin and wrinkles in as little as 20 minutes.

Last year, four times as many women were having them removed on the NHS as having new ones.

A few years ago boob jobs were booming, with twice as many women having enlargements compared with those having implants removed.

Experts believe the reduction in enlargement operations is down to an NHS clampdown on the procedures.

Surgery is now only being granted to those with significantly misshapen breasts or to women who can prove they are suffering serious psychological effects.

The number of removals has surged partly because the fashion for enormous false breasts has declined.

The scandal over French PIP silicone – where hundreds of women had potentially dangerous implants taken out – also had an effect.1

Twelve years ago 633 women went in to have implants out, while 1,778 were admitted for boob boosts.

Taxpayer-funded cosmetic surgery became a political issue in 2013 when it was revealed would-be model Josie Cunningham had a £5,000 boob job on the NHS to go from 32A to 36DD.

Six months later she wanted them reduced, saying they were so big they were preventing her from getting modelling jobs.

Celebrities such as Katie Price, who had enlargements that made her a 32GG, and Victoria Beckham who had a boob job to swell her bust to 34DD, have both undergone reduction procedures in recent years.

Gary Ross, a plastic surgeon in Manchester, said: “There are more removals done in the NHS, mainly due to faulty PIP implants, and women going abroad for surgery who then have problems later.”

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No filter needed! Clinic rolls out fat-zapping treatment to help women look good on SNAPCHAT

Independent plastic surgeon Mr Gary Ross, based in Manchester, commented: ‘There’s definitely a link between photo-led social media and patients seeking aesthetic treatments.

‘It’s important that patients consider the pros and cons of undergoing any cosmetic treatment, and both surgical and non surgical procedures should not be trivialised.’

Undergoing autologous fat transfer surgery to improve the signs of ageing

For patients seeking procedures in Manchester that offer natural looking results, autologous fat transfer surgery could be the answer. Unlike other invasive procedures to tackle facial ageing such as facelift surgery, this is a more holistic cosmetic procedure.

This type of anti ageing surgery has multiple benefits and can be undertaken as a solo treatment or as part of combination cosmetic approach. Mr Ross answers some of the most commonly asked questions regarding this form of facial rejuvenation procedure in this week’s blog.

What is fat transfer surgery and why is it popular?

Popular with both male and female patients, procedures transferring fat are deigned to improve common ageing concerns such as volume loss. Fat is harvested from another part of the patient’s body, often the abdomen, before being returned to a new location. It’s also a great alternative to liposuction.

Various types of autologous fat transfer are available; which is most suitable is down to the individual. It’s becoming one of the most requested anti ageing facial rejuvenation procedures because the results are natural-looking and can be an alternative for injectable treatments and, in some cases, invasive surgical procedures.

Who is fat transfer surgery suitable for?

Autologous fat transfer is usually suitable for patients of a stable body weight who would benefit from volume enhancement. Patients need to be in good overall health and must be aware of the pros and cons of undergoing this form of facial rejuvenation.

This anti ageing surgery unlikely to be suitable for patients with unrealistic expectations of what this facial rejuvenation treatment can achieve, and those with a significant medical history. Patients must also have fat available in another area of the body in order to be eligible for this type of skin rejuvenation.
Are the results of fat transfer reliable?

For many patients, fat transfer surgery can provide excellent facial rejuvenation results. It can improve facial volume and contour the face without the need for surgery. It is useful as an anti-ageing tool, and can provide excellent results for both men and women.

The results of this anti ageing surgery are generally good, although every patient and body is different, and how one patient takes to autologous fat transfer surgery may differ to another. It’s a good idea to book a consultation to discuss the reliability of this form of facial rejuvenation compared to other options available to you.

How long does the procedure take?

In most cases fat transfer surgery takes between one and two hours. It’s advised to ask someone to collect you post-treatment, and you should expect some swelling and mild discomfort for a few days.

Can I undergo this type of anti ageing surgery alongside other cosmetic procedures?

Yes, it’s often used in combination with other facial rejuvenation methods to improve facial contours and/or improve volume that may have been lost due to weight loss or the ageing process. In some cases autologous fat transfer may be used as part of wider anti ageing surgery, for example alongside a mini facelift.

What will be covered in the consultation for fat transfer?

If you’re considering fat transfer in Manchester booking a consultation is the next step. This informal meeting allows patients to find out more about the cosmetic procedure and the setting in which it will be performed. You’ll learn about the procedure in more detail, as well as the risks, pros and cons associated with it. It’s then advised you take away that information and digest it, assessing whether or not you feel it’s best suited to you, before making a decision to go forward with treatment.

For more information about fat transfer in Manchester you can visit the treatment page, or email the team to book a consultation with Mr. Gary Ross.

Has Meghan Markle sparked a trend for more natural cosmetic procedures?

Dr Gary Ross, a plastic surgeon from Manchester, also agrees that the Kardashian-Jenner influence is waning, noting that there has been “a downward trend in patients requesting buttock augmentation compared to a year ago”.

Also on the decline is patients requesting the ‘fake look’ in general, he adds.

“The glamour look is out,” Dr Ross explains.

It’s just ironic that the new ‘natural’ isn’t as natural as it seems.

Read the full article here.

Mini Tummy Tuck Surgery Made Simple

Abdominoplasty procedures are becoming increasingly more sought after, thanks partly to the rise of the mummy makeover, but it’s the mini tummy tuck that patients are contacting the clinic most about this month.

What is a mini tummy tuck?

Unlike a full abdominoplasty, or the fleur de lis abdominoplasty_, which also tackles the flanks, the mini tummy tuck is designed to help patients seeking to rejuvenate the lower part of the abdomen. The mini tummy tuck helps patients who have less skin to remove, making it more suitable for women following childbirth or patients that may have had previous abdominal surgery.

A mini tuck does not remove a large amount of skin. For that reason it can only achieve subtle results and has a negligible impact on concerns such as stretch marks which the full tummy tuck procedure can address.

It’s important to remember that if loose skin at and above the belly button is present, a full tummy tuck or fleur de lis is likely to be needed. A consultation is required to ensure this form of body rejuvenation is both suitable and safe for the patient to undergo. A full examination is required to ascertain the main issues and how best they can be treated.

How does the procedure work?

During a smaller tummy tuck procedure, skin and excess fat will be removed from the lower part of the abdomen. This procedure usually takes between 60 to 90 minutes. An incision is made just above the pubic region, and as part of this cosmetic procedure, the skin is carefully separated from the underlying tissue. In some cases the plastic surgeon can tighten the abdominal wall too.

Will I have a big scar?

The extent of the incision varies from patient to patient, although it’s important to consider that more tissue can be removed if the incision is longer. Of course, this does however result is a larger scar, so it’s important to discuss and consider your options prior to undergoing mini tummy tuck surgery.

Generally, in mini tummy tuck surgery, the skin is then stretched down and any excess skin is removed. The tummy button does not need relocating, unlike during the full abdominoplasty or fleur de lis variation. The incisions are closed with dissolvable stitches and the skin is repositioned.

How long does recovery take?

It is unusual to require drains although a compressive dressing is usually needed. The good news is that recovery from mini tummy tuck surgery is usually faster than from a full tummy tuck, because it often involves a small incision and less time in surgery.

To book a consultation to discuss your body rejuvenation surgery needed please email the team to arrange an appointment with Mr Gary Ross to talk through your tummy tuck options.