You’ve sweated it in the gym for hours and put Mr Cadbury into financial difficulty with the amount of chocolate bars you’ve refused. Yet, while the pounds might be starting to creep off, there’s one thing that simply won’t change – that frustrating bit of loose skin on your body. No matter how much weight… Continue reading How to tighten loose skin
Year: 2015
Arm Lift or Liposuction?
A recent survey found that 56% women would trade in every single pair of designer shoes they own to have perfect arms. But, while a staggering 3/4 of us apparently dislike the area, there’s no need to stick those heels on eBay quite yet… Looking at the end results above, can you tell whether the patient had… Continue reading Arm Lift or Liposuction?
Hair growth cycle after FUE Hair Transplantation
With modern techniques, a Hair Transplant procedure can be performed in as little as a day. But, for most of our patients, it’s not the treatment itself that’s the hard part…it’s waiting for the results afterwards. After a FUE Hair Transplant treatment you’ll be able to see your new hair line immediately, but it will… Continue reading Hair growth cycle after FUE Hair Transplantation
Teardrop vs. Round – Choosing the correct breast implant shape and size
If you’re considering breast augmentation, one of your most important decisions lies in the implants you choose. Everything from the brand and size to shape and position can make a huge difference to your final outcome, meaning it’s useful to understand your options. Your surgeon will always guide you towards the choices best suited to your needs,… Continue reading Teardrop vs. Round – Choosing the correct breast implant shape and size
What treatments are there for the male chest?
Perhaps more commonly (and rather uneloquently) known as ‘man boobs’, excess fat on the male chest is a common problem thought to affect at least 15% of the male population. Unlike fat elsewhere, however, some find the area simply doesn’t respond to changes in how we look after our health – even if the rest… Continue reading What treatments are there for the male chest?
Skincare in your forties
40 is the new 30 – there’s absolutely no disputing that. However, while we might feel as youthful as ever inside, our forties can be the time when our skin catches up with earlier years and begins to show signs of wear and tear. The majority of those who visit The Private Clinic in their forties… Continue reading Skincare in your forties
When should I see a dermatologist?
There’s more to your skin than you’d think. As the largest organ of our body, it’s an average of around two square metres when stretched out…that’s a lot of skin. It’s not surprising then that so many of us have problems and oddities we want to sort out. We’ve all got little quirks and it’s virtually impossible to… Continue reading When should I see a dermatologist?
How much do Rhinoplasty and Septo-Rhinoplasty treatments cost?
With over 3,690 treatments performed in the UK, Rhinoplasty was us Brits’ sixth most popular cosmetic treatment in 2015. The procedure involves the surgical correction and reconstruction of the nose and has several different formats for different results. But what about the price? As with any treatment, there’s not a straightforward answer. The cost of… Continue reading How much do Rhinoplasty and Septo-Rhinoplasty treatments cost?
The Norwood Scale of Hair loss: How does it work
Male Pattern Baldness is responsible for 95% of all hair loss in men. The hereditary condition occurs when a hormone called DHT (dihydrotestosterone) causes healthy hair follicles to shrink and the hairs attached to them to consequently fall out. The Norwood Scale (see image below) was designed to help understand the different stages of male… Continue reading The Norwood Scale of Hair loss: How does it work
Are MicroLipo and VASER Liposuction permanent?
Usually performed walk-in walk-out under local anaesthetic, minimally-invasive liposuction options like MicroLipo and VASER are becoming increasingly popular ways to contour the body and shift stubborn fat. The two methods give much more precise results than traditional, surgical liposuction – but do they actually last? The short answer is yes – providing you look after… Continue reading Are MicroLipo and VASER Liposuction permanent?