Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Blog – Harley Medical Group

Arlene Phillips has revealed that she is considering having more Botox for TV roles.

The former Strictly Come Dancing presenter said she “probably would” have the treatment again, and has stated her support for women choosing all forms of cosmetic surgery, telling Good Housekeeping magazine: “If something works, go and do it is what I think.” (more…)

Well, who would have known that the start to 2010 would be quite this chilly? The snow has been incredible across the UK. Beautiful, yes, especially over the holidays – but it’s a bit more problematic when it comes to getting to work in the morning! Luckily I’ve not had too many problems with travel, although I’ve probably had a few more lattes and hot chocolates than I really should have in the last few weeks…. (more…)

Botox continues to add to its wide range of applications with news that the non surgical injectable can be used to ease the discomfort and appearance of overbuilt jaw muscles.

Botox is best known for its wrinkle smoothing properties but there are many other uses for the treatment, including pain relief. The Daily Mail reports that the latest use aims to reduce the appearance of unsightly jaw muscles that have become over defined. (more…)

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

Older women are increasingly turning to rejuvenation treatments amid fears that they face being replaced by younger colleagues, a report suggested yesterday.

Soaring numbers of women over 55 plan to invest in non-surgical facial procedures such as chemical peels and Botox in what researchers call the Arlene Effect. (more…)

As the recession continues to have a knock-on effect for businesses and markets around the world, there are a number of areas that continue to see growth despite the grim economic climate. One such area is non-surgical cosmetic treatments such as Botox. (more…)

Incorrigible TV personality Graham Norton has revealed that while he is conscious of the ageing process and wishes to appear younger, he has chickened out of having Botox so far. (more…)

A new American survey has revealed that people aren’t shy about sharing news of their Botox and dermal filler procedures. (more…)

Cosmetic surgery is a subject that still incites controversy in the UK and there is a huge gulf between the appetites for it here and the US, where people are five times as likely to undergo treatment.
However, that is where the market opportunity is, according to Mel Braham, chairman of The Harley Medical Group, which he set up 26 years ago in London’s Harley Street after a string of other ventures in sectors including tourism, agriculture and hair transplant clinics. (more…)

New research is predicting that the cosmetic surgery industry is set to grow in America.

Numbers from the Freedonia Group show that the US cosmetic surgery industry could grow to total around $18.2m (£12.2m) by 2012, meaning an increase of about seven per cent year on year.

According to ICIS.com, the research group noted: “Demand will be driven by an increasing number of individuals who spend their disposable income on cosmetic surgery procedures to improve their appearance and enhance self-esteem.” (more…)