Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Blog – Harley Medical Group

The deadline for entering this year’s Emmy Awards has passed and with the announcement of nominations came a flurry of cosmetic surgery rumours.

The impressive list of nominees for this year’s awards includes star of Mad Men Christina Hendricks, Saturday Night Live’s Kristen Wilig, and mistress of comedy Julie Bowen. Hendricks has inspired a generation of women to embrace their curves and boosted the number of women enquiring about breast enlargement surgery, but she has also been the subject of rumours that she has had breast implants herself. The curvy red-head strongly denies this and supposed before and after images could just has easily show a gain in overall body weight as it could a boob job.

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Women are consistently choosing the wrong bra size according to recent statistics, and the problem is compounded when they have breast enlargement surgery.

Research shows that women have a tendency to choose bras with a back size that is too large and a cup size that is too small, making for underwear that does not support the breasts properly. Cosmetic surgery experts warn that the problem of wearing the wrong bra size is compounded when the size of the breasts is increased surgically.

Post-surgical garments are recommended for two to three months after surgery, and experts have issued 10 guidelines to ensure a well-fitting bra for breast enlargement patients:

1. Book in for a proper bra fitting appointment in a well-respected shop.
2. Insist on being seen by a professional bra fitter rather than a shop assistant.
3. Explain what surgery you have had, when, and what the size increase was.
4. Try on lots of different brands and styles of bra as each one will fit slightly differently.
5. Ensure that the fit is comfortable, both around the back and the cups, and ensure the straps don’t dig in.
6. Be aware that implanted and/or uplifted breasts tend to be more pert than natural breasts which makes checking for overall fit very important. 
7. Choose bras that are appropriate for the size and weight of your breasts. For example, a skimpy bra with thin straps will not be appropriate for large, heavy breasts.
8. See what suits your shape best out of the styles on offer.
9. Treat yourself to some pretty underwear that will make you feel even better about your new breasts.

The rise in demand for non-invasive cosmetic procedures has caused a spike in the number of requests for formal training in administering Botox, laser hair removal, microdermabrasions, and other non-surgical procedures.

Recent research carried out by The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM), has revealed a significant increase in the number of people registering for their Aesthetic Medicine Symposium training programme. This programme allows aesthetic practitioners to add procedures such as Botox and dermal fillers to their repertoire.

“Physicians are realising they not only need to offer Botox treatments to their patients, but also laser hair removal, IPL skin rejuvenation, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and physician-directed skin care to their healthcare businesses”, says Jeff Russell, executive director of the IAPAM.

All practitioners offering injectable cosmetic treatments should be registered with the International Healthcare Advisory Services (IHAS). As more and more clinics are seeking to maximise growth by offering non-surgical procedures, consumers are advised to only visit those that are registered by the IHAS.

When considering cosmetic surgery, people would be best-served by keeping the procedures close to home, according to officials.

Citizens of particular countries, including the United Kingdom, looking to get plastic surgery can be assured they will be carried out to acceptable standards in their own countries, it has been said. (more…)

The number of British women choosing Botox treatments to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles has risen by 15 per cent this year, as more people are embracing the cost-effective solution to a smoother complexion.

More than a million men and women now use the wrinkle relaxing treatments each year in the UK, according to research from Mintel. The research analyst found that Botox is increasingly being viewed as a normal part of peoples’ beauty regime, and that the market is worth £18 million each year in the UK.

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Industry experts are calling for tighter cosmetic surgery laws to help protect patients against undergoing potentially harmful treatments with unqualified practitioners.

Many reputable cosmetic surgeons and clinics are calling for tighter regulations on plastic surgery as a way to protect consumers. (more…)

Gordon Ramsay has revealed that he has undergone more cosmetic surgery after making it big in the United States. (more…)

As Ugly Betty returns to take TV ratings by storm, it has been revealed that Vanessa Williams, who plays underhand creative director, Wilhelmina Slater is a botox fan. (more…)

The American Academy of Cosmetic surgery has revealed research that indicates that ear reshaping is the cosmetic procedure that has the youngest mean age of patients in the US. (more…)

An increasing number of Indian men are going under the knife in the search for the perfect firm chest.

Cosmetic surgeons have admitted that they are seeing a surge in the number of men seeking breast reduction and permanent hair removal in the hopes of flaunting their chests like Bollywood stars. (more…)