As the number of people choosing cosmetic surgery is shown to have defied expectation in the economic slump, it has been revealed that many are considering plastic surgery or non surgical solutions as an investment. (more…)
New figures have indicated that men in the city are driving an increase in cosmetic surgery procedures.
While women remain the most likely to turn to cosmetic surgery, there is increasing evidence that men are investigating procedures more commonly. Research from The Harley Medical Group has found that September brought a 24 per cent month on month increase in enquires and that a number of them were from men. (more…)
City bankers are celebrating the return of big bonuses by lavishing thousands of pounds on post-credit crunch “refurbishment” of stress ravaged faces and bodies. (more…)
More women worldwide are pursuing a ‘mummy makeover’ to combat some of post pregnancy side-effects with cosmetic surgery procedures. (more…)
Recent figures have indicated that a large number of women choosing breast reduction surgery are doing so to alleviate pain.
While breast reductions are the fifth most common cosmetic surgery procedure in the US, many of the women who opt for the surgery are undergoing it for non-cosmetic reasons. Large breasts – or macromastia – can cause pain, discomfort, rashes and a restriction of activates. (more…)
A new report has found that the cosmetic surgery market in the United States is set to hit $15.1 billion by 2012, according to Global Industry Analysts Inc.
Non-surgical procedures and injectibles like Botox and dermal fillers are expected to become the most vibrant and promising area in cosmetic surgery growth, as they have a short post-procedure recovery period and are a less expensive option for many patients. (more…)
For many new mothers, the “mommy makeover” has become the new trend for feeling great after child birth.
Around the world, cosmetic surgery designed to reverse the effects of having children is on the rise. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported that in 2007 more than 325,000 new mothers in the United States underwent some form of cosmetic surgery. (more…)
New research has shown that cosmetic surgery patients who take anti-depressants or herbal remedies before some cosmetic surgery procedures could be putting their health at risk.
Published by Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the research shows that patients should not use herbal remedies and supplements for up to a fortnight before surgery. Taking these herbal remedies before surgery could lead to adverse reactions to the anaesthesia during the surgery. (more…)
The number of tummy tucks paid for by the NHS in Lincolnshire has risen in 2007/2008, according to new statistics.
The Lincolnshire Echo reports that 21 people underwent tummy tucks paid for by the NHS during the period, compared to eight procedures paid for by the service last year. (more…)
Cosmetic surgery information site, NewImage.com, is expected to unveil its new consumer portal at Plastic Surgery 2008, the annual meeting of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
The site positions itself as the foremost resource on cosmetic surgery operations on the internet, with a variety of interactive search tools and fact sheets for patients. (more…)
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