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Mike Thurston FUE Hair Transplant Patient Story

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Mike Thurston is a personal trainer and online fitness coach who came to us back in early 2019 seeking hair loss advice.

Mike had always been prepared to experience a degree of hair loss as he knew his dad had suffered with hair loss from an early age. Having previously had quite thick hair during his teens, Mike started to notice his hair thinning and certain hair styles were making this more prominent.

mike thurston hair transplant 6 months results before after hairline the private clinic

In 2017, Mike decided to admit defeat and shave his hair off to a buzz cut which at the time he felt would disguise the bald pattern of hair loss however he started to grow his hair back and used products to make it appear fuller with a stronger hairline. Over time however he felt this was a lot of effort to maintain and he either needed to commit to a buzz cut or start looking into a more permanent solution such as a hair transplant.

Mike started his research to find out more about the procedure and decided to come along for a consultation at The Private Clinic with expert hair transplant surgeon, Dr Ragu Reddy.

Dr Reddy provided Mike with a lot of information and advice for him to think about and consider before he decided to go ahead with a FUE Hair Transplant procedure.

“The big thing about when you get a hair transplant done is that it really is down to the surgeon who is doing the procedure. If I am getting something like this done on my hairline, which is very important to me and which a lot of people are going to see…  I want it to be done by the best of the best and I don’t care if it does cost me a lot of money. It is like anything in life, you get what you pay for. So I wanted to find somebody who knows what they are doing, somebody who has experience, somebody who has been doing it for years, someone who has been very consistent with delivering results and somebody who a long list of testimonials that I could look at and get some confidence from”

Mike arrived at The Private Clinic of Harley Street ready for his 2-day FUE Hair Transplant procedure. Around 1270 grafts were extracted and used to treat the hairline and the crown.

The recovery period for Mike went well and the only problem he found was not being able to exercise which was previously part of his daily routine. After three weeks, Mike did experience shock loss to his crown, and it was not until 6 months post-procedure that he started to notice the results in that area – which is very normal.

6 months post hair transplant procedure before after photo

Mike prides his recovery on his healthy lifestyle including:

  • Eating a nutritious diet
  • Regularly exercise
  • Reduced alcohol consumption
  • Getting enough sleep
  • Not getting stressed

Mike also took finasteride and applied topical minoxidil which he felt has helped to maintain his results.

Now, 12 months on Mike is thrilled with the results from his hair transplant and offers any patients considering a hair transplant the following advice:

  • Do your research into the procedure, clinic and surgeon
  • Attend a consultation to assess your suitability
  • Shave your head first to see if you like it – you may not choose to go ahead with a hair transplant

FUE Hair Transplant at The Private Clinic

  • You will be treated by highly experienced Doctors. Our Hair Transplant surgeons are highly skilled in FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and treat hundreds of patients every year.
  • FUE is a minimally invasive treatment (meaning there is no cutting of a strip) and carried out under local anaesthetic – many patients either watch TV, or even fall asleep during the procedure.
  • You will not require any stitches after your treatment. This means that the recovery time is also reduced when compared to the Strip surgery (FUT).
  • We use the finest instruments, resulting in as minimal trauma to your scalp as possible.
  • Thanks to our advanced skills and techniques, our team ensure that the donor looks intact after the hair transplant procedure and you can keep your hair really short if you prefer without any obvious scarring.
  • Following treatment, there will be no linear scarring across the back of your head as seen with the strip method (FUT) – you will be free to wear your hair long or short.
  • We choose the best follicular unit (a group of hairs), this ensures that only the strongest, healthiest grafts are used for your hair transplant procedure.
  • Your results will look natural, with denser packing – the hair is implanted in the direction that matches your hair growth.
  • We are one of the very few clinics able to offer the Unshaven Hair Transplant (U-FUE) (the long-hair hair transplant), to those who prefer not to shave beforehand. At your consultation, we will be able to advise you on whether an unshaven procedure is suitable for you.
  • Scars resulting from injuries or previous surgeries can also be corrected. In fact, 30% of all patients that come to us have been somewhere before and need further work to improve on a disappointing result. This could be a previous bad hair transplant, or we can cover linear scars caused from FUT hair transplants.
  • View our FUE Hair Transplant before and after photo gallery
  • Read our extensive hair transplant FAQs
  • Find out more from our informative Hair Transplant blogs
  • Hear from previous hair transplant patients in our patient stories and videos

FUE Hair Transplant Surgeons at The Private Clinic

We offer consultations in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton.

To find out more about hair transplant procedures, please call 0333 920 2471 or use our hair transplant online contact form.

Liposuction for Women

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There are many reasons why women opt for liposuction treatment. Many women come to see us after going through pregnancy and express how they are not happy with the appearance of their body which can really affect their self-esteem and confidence. We also see women who are leading very active lifestyles but are still having problems with excess fat in certain areas that no amount of exercise or healthy eating are proving able to fix.

There is no defined area that women tend to target with liposuction as each woman will carry their weight differently. However, there are some common problem areas that are common across female patients which include the abdomen, flanks and thighs.

There is a large choice of liposuction treatments and non surgical fat removal techniques out there to choose from. At The Private Clinic, we are able to offer our patients a choice of what treatment they feel may be right for them, with advice from our expert liposuction surgeons. The best liposuction results are not necessarily from any treatment or technique in particular but are instead down to the surgeons experience and level of care.

Vaser Liposuction

Vaser liposuction is one of our most commonly performed liposuction procedures. It uses ultrasound energy to liquefy the fat cells before they are then removed through a gentle suction process. The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic with sedation and you can expect to achieve subtle and natural results.

We also offer a selection of different vaser liposuction techniques including;

  • Vaser Hi-Def – This is best suited to patients who wish to achieve a more sculpted and athletic appearance. The Vaser Hi-Def technique involves removing both superficial and deep fat that surrounds the muscle groups. By doing this is it enhances the visibility of underlying toning and musculature.
  • Vaser Mid-Def – This technique is for those who are looking for results in-between those of a standard vaser lipo procedure and a vaser hi-def procedure. Vaser Mid-Def is designed to bring out a slight bit of definition with some shadowing but a much softer finish in comparison to vaser hi-def.
  • Vaser 360 – Our Vaser 360 technique is ideal for those looking to have liposuction on the legs. The 360 solution is put together to treat the buttock crease, thighs, upper legs and knees for the ultimate body contouring experience. You can expect to achieve expertly crafted firmer and more toned appearance to the legs.
  • Vaser 4D – Vaser 4D Liposculpt is a specialised and advanced form of Vaser Liposuction. It works to remove fat, define underlying muscles and significantly improve your overall proportion. During treatment, where necessary, the removed fat is injected into other areas to add volume and definition helping you rediscover the physique and shape that you’ve been seeking.

Micro Lipo

Micro Lipo is a technique that can be applied to the majority of liposuction procedures including both vaser liposuction and traditional liposuction. It involves using much smaller cannulas to extract the fat from the body. The size of cannulas to be classified as micro lipo range from 0.9mm wide to the largest of which is 3mm wide. Micro lipo can remove up to 3.5 litres of fat in one treatment and it is perfect for targeting smaller problem areas in particular such as bingo wings, double chins, inner thighs, love handles and the knees.

Surgical Liposuction

Surgical liposuction, also known as traditional liposuction, liposculpture or suction-assisted lipectomy is a cosmetic surgery procedure that can help sculpt the body by removing unwanted fat from specific body areas. Liposculpture can be performed almost anywhere on the body and is commonly performed at the same time as another surgical procedure such as an abdominoplasty which is then also known as a Brazilian Tummy Tuck. The ideal candidate for liposuction should be of average weight, with firm, elastic skin who has pockets of excess fat in certain areas. It is also key to come in with realistic expectations.

Choosing the best liposuction procedure for you can be a challenge, we advise booking a free consultation with one of our expert liposuction surgeons and doctors who will be able to assess you in person, look at your medical history and listen to what results you are expecting to achieve which will enable them to give you their treatment recommendation and help you make a more informed decision by explaining each choice in detail and providing you with one of our Liposuction Patient Guides.

Before and After photos of Liposuction for Women

 Vaser Liposuctionliposuction women vaser stomach abdomen before after photo results

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Micro Lipoliposuction for women micro lipo chin neck double chin before after photo

Micro Lipoliposuction women micro-lipo thighs before after photo results

Surgical/Traditional Liposuctioniposuction women surgical lipo stomach abdomen before after photo

Surgical/Traditional Liposuctionliposuction women surgical lipo back before after photo

Why choose The Private Clinic for liposuction for women?

The Private Clinic’s Doctors have performed over 7,000 VASER Liposuction treatments to date, more than any other clinic in Europe. We were the first clinic to launch Vaser in the UK.

The Private Clinic prides itself on ensuring you have the best quality and most comprehensive care:

  • Free consultation with your specialist surgeon.
  • 24 hour patient helpline to ensure you are always in the best of hands.
  • As many post-operative care and appointments with your surgeon, doctor and nursing team as required.
  • One year cover for all surgical, hospital and nursing care, in case of any medical issue giving you peace of mind*.
  • Comprehensive patient information, every step of the way
  • Highly experienced surgeons and doctors who have years of experience in vaser liposuction.
  • Outstanding hospital facilities.
  • Competitively priced for our expertise and experience.
  • With over 35 years’ experience of Cosmetic medical Excellence, you are in safe hands.
  • Our excellent reputation for patient safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Private Clinic will be an exciting experience to a newfound shape.

We have outstanding hospital and clinic facilities in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester and Leeds.

Consultations are also available in Buckinghamshire, Essex (Chelmsford), Northampton, Glasgow, Milton Keynes, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Liverpool and Doncaster.

Our excellent reputation for patient safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Private Clinic will be an exciting experience to a newfound shape.

To find out more about Liposuction for women at The Private Clinic call 0333 920 2471 or click here to use our liposuction online contact form to book an appointment.

Why do my feet hurt?

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Foot pain is a very common problem amongst and the majority of the time it’s easily rectified with a well-earned rest but in some cases it can be something a little more serious.

For some patients, foot pain isn’t just what happens after a night out or a busy day shopping it can be constant and cause difficulty in choosing shoes to wear and performing sporting activities such as running.

There could be a range of causes for your foot pain and we would recommend that you visit your GP to help you identify what might be wrong. One common cause of foot pain is Bunions or Hammertoe.

Bunions are a bone deformity of the joint which connects your big toe to the foot. It forms over time when your big toe pushes against your next toe which forces the joint of your big toe to grow and stick out from the side of the foot. It is reported that over 15 million people in the UK have bunions and the most common candidates are women over 45.

Usually, you wouldn’t need to see a doctor to tell you that you have a bunion, they are quite easy to self-diagnose as they do cause a change to the shape of your foot. You may notice a swollen and bony bump on the outside edge of your foot and sometimes hard, callused and red skin can be present which is caused by your big toe and second toe overlapping. Some patients experience sore skin over the top of their bunions and often experience pain and swelling particularly after wearing shoes or standing/walking for long periods.

There are a lot of treatments for bunions including non-surgical options such as bunion pads which can help with making shoes more comfortable but for more instant and long lasting results, a bunionectomy procedure is recommended.

A bunionectomy is often not a first choice for many patients, although offered on the NHS, the downtime can be quite extensive taking anywhere from 2 to 6 weeks and often extensive activities such as sport and exercise will have to be avoided for 6 months. It is a bit commitment and with many of us leading busy lifestyles, it is most often not an option to be considered.

Here at The Private Clinic of Harley Street London, we are excited to be able to offer a minimally invasive surgical bunion removal procedure that has been inspired by keyhole surgery techniques. The minimally invasive bunionectomy procedure was originally developed by Orthopaedic Consultant Surgeon, Dr Bianchi. The keyhole procedure is able to remove bunions from the foot with a quick mini-invasive surgical procedure that doesn’t involve any fixative devices such as screws, plates or wires. After the treatment patients are able to walk immediately with no crutches and get back to their everyday activities with no downtime and a lot quicker than traditional bunion removal surgery. The scaring post-procedure is also minimal as no z shaped cut is used.

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Why I Decided to Have Bunion Surgery

Karen had suffered from bunions since leaving school, she felt her bunions were starting to have a negative impact on her life affecting her posture, the way she walked, the activities she was able to do and even the shoes she was able to wear. Having previously been offered bunion surgery on the NHS she had refused due to the extensive downtime that would have had a huge impact on both her work and home life having a young family to raise at home.

Karen was keen to find another option and came across the minimally invasive keyhole procedure for bunions offered at The Private Clinic and decided to come in to find out more about it. A few weeks later, she was arriving at The Fitzroy Hospital ready to have her first bunion removal procedure and now 4 weeks on from her second procedure she wondered why she waited so long.

Read Karen’s full patient story here

Or watch her patient testimonial below. Hear how she felt about her recovery and what activities she is now able to do with ease.

Bunion Surgery Before and After photos
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Bunion surgery at The Private Clinic of Harley Street London

Minimally invasive bunion surgery is exclusively available at The Private Clinic of Harley Street, London under the strict supervision of Orthopaedic Consultant Surgeon MD, Andrea Bianchi founder of PBS, the team who developed the percutaneous bunion surgery in 1996 and has supervised over 50,000 surgeries since.

  • Exclusive to The Private Clinic in the UK, there is no other operation like this one.
  • Minimally invasive procedure, bunion removal surgery is performed under local anaesthesia using keyhole techniques.
  • This is the only natural operation with no metal fixtures such as wires or screws being used.
  • There is a 98% success rate following the bunion operation
  • Orthopaedic Consultant Surgeon, Mr Bianchi is an expert in his field and  has been carrying out bunion operations for 15 years
  • Dr Bianchi carries out over 1,000 bunion operations a year
  • Walk immediately after surgery, with no crutches or extensive downtime required.
  • No need for an overnight stay
  • Minimal post-operative pain and aftercare.
  • 2-3mm skin incisions which leaves no scar
  • Treatment carried out in our state of the art London Fitzroy hospital
  • 24 hour patient helpline direct to your nursing team and surgeon, which means should you have any concern we are here to help.
  • Dedicated post-operative care and appointments with your surgeon and nursing team. We are here to give you the best experience.
  • Our excellent reputation for patient safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Private Clinic will be an exciting experience to a newfound confidence.
  • Featured in Harper’s Bazaar’s Cosmetic Tweakment Trends for 2019.
  • Featured in Marie Claire’s Cosmetic Surgery Trends for 2019.

To book a bunion consultation with our Orthopaedic surgeon Dr Bianchi call us on 0333 920 2471 or visit our bunion surgery page on our website where you will be able to find our patient stories and see more before and after pictures.

The T-Lift with Mr Davood Fallahdar

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According to the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) the number of facelifts performed on both men and women has experienced an overall increase of 7%; facelifts performed on women increased by 9% and for men declined by 16%. There are many aesthetic doctors now with amazing skills that are able to almost replicate the effects of a facelift using non-surgical techniques such as botox, filler and thread lifts and with our lifestyles becoming increasingly busy and demanding, the downtime often associated with surgical procedures such as a facelift just is not an option anymore.

The first place is show visible signs of ageing is our face, the skin often starts to sag and lines and wrinkles can appear almost overnight! As our social media networks, magazines and newspapers are filled with the faces of seemingly never ageing celebrities we can all start to feel the pressure a little bit to look good and more importantly, feel good about our appearance.

In our Harley Street clinic, we are able to offer a relatively new procedure titled the Temporal Lift, or the T-Lift. Performed by expert surgeon Mr Davood Fallahdar, the T-Lift is an ideal alternative to the facelift. The procedure has one incision point, one stitch and is all performed under local anaesthetic with minimal downtime too, most patients are able to return to work the next day.

Mr Davood Fallahdar (FRCS (Plast) Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Plastic) GMC Number: 4686602) is a highly qualified Board Certified Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon who specialises facial surgery including Rhinoplasties, Temporal / One Stitch Facelift and Blepharoplasty procedures. Having been a plastic surgeon for 20 years, he has years of experience including previously performing microsurgery on cancer patients in the NHS. He is on the General Medical Council’s specialist register for plastic surgery and is a member of British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) and the British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS) both of which have very strict codes of ethics and conduct.

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The Temporal facelift targets the upper face sculpts the cheekbones and jawline to improve jowls and can work to also lift the eyebrows and eyelids. You will firstly have a local anaesthetic injected into the area which will sting a little but after that, you should not feel any pain. Your surgeon will then make an incision above the hairline at the temples. The skin is then separated from the fat and muscle below and the underlying muscle and SMAS membranes are tightened. The skin is then pulled back and any excess is removed and the incision is closed with dissolvable sutures.

In some cases, a blepharoplasty may be performed at the same time as a T-Lift, especially if the eyes are a problem area, this will all be discussed in a consultation with your surgeon who will only suggest what they believe is going to give you the best results.

The local anaesthetic will leave you feeling relatively pain-free post-procedure. There is a low risk of swelling and bruising. Although some patients do choose to return to work following the procedure, we do recommend that you take a day or 2 afterwards to relax especially if your work is strenuous or in a dusty/dirty environment.

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Featured in Harpers Bazaar’s 5 Cosmetic ‘Tweakment’ trends expected to soar in 2019

If it is more the lower face that is concerning you, then we also offer the ‘One Stitch Facelift’ which is very similar to the T-Lift however it instead targets the mid-face and can improve the jaw line. The incision is made along the hairline around the top of the ear. Your surgeon will be able to offer their advice on which procedure is going to give you the best results.

The results from both procedures will be able to be seen instantly, you can even ask Mr Fallahdar to show you the results halfway through the procedure giving you a direct side by side comparison which often dispels any feelings of nervousness about the procedure.

The procedure is also ideal for anyone who is concerned about friends, family or co-workers knowing that they have had something done. You will not be required to wear any bandages during your recovery, you should have very minimal bruising if any but this can be easily covered up with make-up which you are allowed to wear pretty much immediately after the procedure, taking great care to avoid the incisions and being very gentle when applying. The scars are also well hidden in the hairline and the results are designed to be very natural.

Everyone is well aware of what it looks like to be ‘over-done’ in the world of aesthetics and cosmetic surgery and it is always our aim at The Private Clinic to deliver natural results. Patients who have had the T-Lift describe friends complimenting them on how well they look but they don’t ask what they have had done. Of course, the T-Lift will not stop your ageing but, it can help you to look better as ageing does continue to occur. Lastly, the one stitch facelift and temporal facelift are not as dramatic as a facelift can be and are ideal choices for anyone in their 40’s, 50’s and 60’s.

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T-Lift Featured in The Daily Mail

The one stitch T-Lift procedure is available at our London Harley Street clinic with Mr Davood Fallahdar (GMC Number: 4686602).

Other surgeons who perform facelift procedures at The Private Clinic include:

Mr Roberto Uccellini GMC Number: 7416337 available at our London Harley Street clinic.

Mr Dario Rochira GMC Number: 6130664 available at our London Harley Street clinic

Mr Mrinal Supriya GMC Number: 6066456 available at our Northampton and Birmingham clinics.

Why Choose The Private Clinic?

  • Highly experienced plastic surgeons with years of experience
  • Plastic surgeons are members of BAAPS (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) and BAPRAS (British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons)
  • 24 hour patient helpline to ensure you are always in the best of hands.
  • Our discreet outstanding hospital facilities in Fitzroy Square, 10 minutes from our Harley Street Flagship clinic at 98 Harley Street, W1.
  • As many post-operative care and appointments with your surgeon and nursing team as required.
  • Our experience and medical expertise makes your journey a reassuring one
  • 5 Star Rating on Trustpilot
  • Featured in Harper’s Bazaar’s Top Cosmetic Surgery Trends 2019.
  • As seen in The Daily Mail

To find out more about our one stitch secret facelift or temporal facelift please call 0333 920 2471 or click here to book a t-lift appointment.

The Private Clinic wins Best Cosmetic Surgery Practice at the MyFaceMyBody awards

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It has been a great year for The Private Clinic already and it is only March. With the opening of our new hospital premises and the introduction of a range of new treatments and surgeons joining our highly experienced team we were absolutely thrilled to hear of our latest achievement.

The MyFaceMyBody awards are one the largest and most internationally recognized awards within the aesthetic and cosmetic sector that aim recognise and reward aesthetic practices and brands for their customer service excellence. The awards ceremony was attended by hundreds of leading industry professionals, brands, journalists and celebrities all raising money for a great charity.

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The Private Clinic of Harley Street was awarded Best Cosmetic Surgery Practice 2018 and we are absolutely thrilled to add this to our collection. At The Private Clinic we pride ourselves on providing our patients with nothing but the best service and care and being awarded this award proved that we are achieving our goals.

Back in December we were also fortunate enough to receive the Best Clinic Group 2017 at the Aesthetics Awards and sitting alongside the finalists that included clinics, manufacturers, suppliers and individual practitioners who have all shown excellence in the field of aesthetic medicine we felt honoured to be acknowledged for our dedication and superb results.

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Group Managing Director of The Private Clinic, Valentina Petrone had this to say about our recent achievements;

“I am proud to announce that The Private Clinic has won another award in the space of just few months.

Following the Aesthetic Awards in December 2017, on Saturday we won the MyFaceMyBody Awards 2018 for Best Cosmetic Surgery Practice.

Clinics were shortlisted based on consumer votes. Finalists were judged based on their supporting evidence and were professionally mystery shopped at their practice where a detailed 12 page report was reviewed. Following this process The Private Clinic came first.

When I put the award on the mantelpiece this morning, I was delighted to see it was our 6th.

Our mission is to provide excellent patient care and a good outcome for our patients. This means to continuously promote outstanding service, to look after our patients and to care for their wellbeing.”

The Private Clinic’s mission is to achieve the highest standards of quality of care and to do that we put patients’ safety, medical expertise and patients’ satisfaction at the core of what we do – always! The Aesthetic award for Best Clinic Group UK 2017 and MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic Surgery Practice 2018 awards are recognition of the quality results and hard work of our team of Medical experts and dedicated staff is able to bring to the company.

Why Choose The Private Clinic?

  • We only offer treatments that our growing team of Doctors and Surgeons specialise in.
  • Our expert medical team are amongst the most experienced in their field.
  • We use state-of-the-art technologies and the most advanced techniques to achieve the best results.
  • We see over 15,000 new patients every year.
  • We perform over 10,000 procedures every year.
  • We have one of the highest patients’ satisfaction in the sector, TrustPilot 9.4, 5 star rating,
  • 93% of patients would recommend us to their friends and family.