Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Blog – Harley Medical Group

Cosmetic surgery in Ireland is a growing industry estimated to be worth around €30 million (£24m), but with ever more people in Ireland choosing to enhance their appearance with surgery, new regulations and laws need to be put in place to make sure they are in safe hands.

Labros Chatzis, a cosmetic surgeon working in Ireland, told the Irish Independent that a new legal framework needs to be established to drive rogue surgeons out of the country. These unlicensed, unethical and untrained practitioners often tempt patients with cut-price, quick surgical fixes that can be harmful to their health, and do not offer consultations or after care to guide patients through the process and ensure they receive their desired results from surgery. (more…)

While the World Cup has been an interesting distraction for me and a bane for some of my female friends – just see my World Cup widows post from the other week – tennis is a whole different ball game. Firstly, I find it fascinating and quite hypnotic, as the athletes require strategy and strength. I also like the fact that I enjoy watching the ladies’ matches as much as the male ones, although for slightly different reasons! (more…)

Supermodel Christie Brinkley and her daughter Alexa Rae Joel chose to support each other and decided to plan their cosmetic surgery treatments together. (more…)

Photos of actress Kate Hudson in April sparked many rumours of a boob job. While the star has remained silent on the matter, fellow actorLisa Rinna has lent her support and said she applauds Kate’s decisions.

The star, who has recently enjoyed a successful run on Dancing with the Stars, told USWeekly: “I think everyone needs to do whatever they need to do to make themselves feel good. And it’s nobody’s business!” (more…)

With temperatures across the UK predicted to beat those of the Mediterranean this weekend, the country looks set for a scorching summer. But while this may be great news for men and woman eager to show off their toned beach bodies, many British men will be hesitant to go topless when suffering from the unfortunate condition of gynaecomastia. (more…)

With a hot summer fast approaching, an increasing number of people are realising the advantages of Botox as an effective treatment to combat sweating. (more…)

Hollyoaks’ longest-serving female cast member, Carley Stenson recently announced she would be leaving the popular soap after 10 years. Whatever the future may hold for the actress, Carley recently revealed that she now feels more comfortable about her appearance than ever, thanks to a nose job. (more…)

One of Hollywood’s youngest rising stars, Amanda Bynes recently shocked her fans when she announced she would be retiring from acting at just 24. But it’s not the only news got her fans chatting, before and after pictures suggesting Amanda has had cosmetic surgery have also hit the wires and caused all kinds of speculation. (more…)

Hollywood star Megan Fox has sparked a new round of cosmetic surgery rumours, after appearing at a recent film premiere with a noticeably larger bust as well as showing signs of wrinkle-relaxing Botox injections.

The 24-year-old star recently cleared up her views on cosmetic surgery in an interview with Allure magazine, where she encouraged women who were thinking about treatments to seek consultation with experts to make sure the procedures are right for them. (more…)

American TV personality Kate Gosselin previously said she had no time in her busy schedule for cosmetic surgery – but according to sources close to the star, she may have had a ‘secret’ boob job.

An insider told US Weekly magazine that 35-year-old Kate – who made her name in Jon & Kate Plus 8 before going on to appear in Dancing with the Stars – sought advice on her breast surgery from bodyguard and confidant Steve Neild. (more…)