Does the extent of hair loss matter before a hair transplant?

February 4th, 2010

Hair transplants, along with many other areas of male cosmetic surgery, are one of the growth areas of the industry.

Hair restoration enquiries and procedures are both up and hair transplant specialists Why Go Abroad have put together the following advice for anyone considering the treatment:

  • Yes, you can have a hair transplant – they’re available to men and women, over the age of 18, who suffer from balding or thinning hair
  • Yes, it’s a straightforward procedure – a hair transplant only requires a local anaesthetic and there’s no need for an overnight hospital stay
  • Yes, it is affordable – depending on the extent of your hair loss and the number of grafts you need, the hair transplant cost may differ
  • Yes, it will look totally natural – Why Go Abroad only uses your own hair from a ‘donor area’ of your head to ensure the results are natural.

How does a hair transplant work?

With prices from just £3,000, hair-loss surgery is increasingly popular but many people are still unsure about the actual process.

First of all the ‘donor hairs’ are taken from the back or side of the head, then separated into individual follicles and transplanted into the bald patch.

Initially, some bleeding is perfectly normal and the hair may not grow in its new position for some weeks but, eventually, normal hair growth resumes and it will require grooming and cutting as usual.

To request a brochure or for more information, visit Why Go Abroad.

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Cosmetic surgery now truly mainstream

February 3rd, 2010

If the ‘noughties’ saw a boom in cosmetic surgery, the so-called ‘teenies’ looks like being the decade where plastic surgery is fully accepted by the public.

Quite apart from the traditional procedures that are well known and massively popular (like boob jobs and liposuction), it’s a clear sign that people are totally comfortable with cosmetic surgery when the industry’s largest growth area is male breast reductions.

That the mainstream media now extensively reports on the industry’s changing trends only serves to confirm this view and, given this background, it’s hardly surprising that ‘moob jobs’ have increased by 80% since 2008.

Men no longer embarrassed about cosmetic surgery

Cosmetic surgery experts at Why Go Abroad said: “We are seeing more and more men interested in a range of procedures, principally gynaecomastia (male breast reduction) and rhinoplasty (nose jobs).

“Men have stopped feeling embarrassed about plastic surgery and we are seeing increasing numbers of men who want to look and feel good. Quite rightly, they also expect to have as much choice of cosmetic surgery as women, so the industry is changing quite significantly.

“While no cosmetic surgery should be undertaken lightly, most of the procedures we offer are available to men and women and the key thing is to speak to experts about what is right for you.”

Why Go Abroad offers affordable cosmetic surgery prices as well as specialist consultants in a wide range of procedures. Contact us to request a brochure and find out more.

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Gastric balloon vs gastric band

January 29th, 2010

While gastric bands claim the headlines and column inches (largely thanks to notable celebrity endorsements), it seems that many people are unsure exactly what a gastric balloon entails.

Indeed, obesity surgery specialists Why Go Abroad finds that many patients come to them assuming they need a gastric band or gastric bypass, when a gastric balloon is actually the procedure for them.

So how is a gastric balloon different?

A gastric balloon is unusually among weight-loss procedures because it:

  • is not a surgical treatment
  • can be carried out under local anaesthetic
  • is intended for those who are overweight but not obese.

During a gastric balloon procedure, a balloon – or BIB SYSTEM – is lowered into the stomach and inflated, to shrink the stomach capacity and therefore control the amount of food that is consumed.

How effective is a gastric balloon?

When carried out by experts, such as Why Go Abroad, a gastric balloon is totally harmless. Once in place, you are able to eat much less food before you feel full – the result being that you lose weight over time.

However, a gastric balloon is much more effective when combined with a healthy diet and exercise, and part of the aftercare offered by Why Go Abroad is to advise you on what a healthier diet entails.

Once your body is re-educated about a healthy diet, after around six months, the gastric balloon is usually removed, though aftercare and post-treatment advice continues.

With gastric balloon prices from just £3,950, why not contact Why Go Abroad to see whether it could be your route to a happier and healthier you?

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West Midlands leads the way in cosmetic surgery

January 28th, 2010

Though several A-list celebs have recently spoken out for cosmetic surgery, it seems as though women in the West Midlands needed no prompting, after the region was recently crowned as the liposuction capital of the UK.

A total of 2,046 pints of fat were removed during liposuction procedures in the West Midlands over the past five years – that’s 409 pints a year!

Despite this vast figure, liposuction shouldn’t be confused with weight-loss surgery – the procedure is very much a cosmetic treatment to remove stubborn areas of fat and reshape the body.

And with prices from just £2,450 and amazing before and after results, it’s hardly surprising that so many people have opted for the treatment.

But it’s not just liposuction that is booming

Elsewhere in the industry there has been a major growth in male cosmetic surgery, with male breast reduction (the procedure that coined the term ‘moob’, or ‘man boob’) at the forefront.

In spite of this, the most popular procedure carried out by cosmetic surgery experts Why Go Abroad remains the boob job.

A spokesman for Why Go Abroad said: “Boob jobs make up around half of the procedures we carry out each year, with liposuction the second most popular and tummy tucks the third.

“The industry may be changing but these three remain at the top of the list.”

With cosmetic surgery prices more affordable than ever, why not take a look and see whether the specialist at Why Go Abroad can advise you today?

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So, is a hair transplant worth the money?

January 27th, 2010

Cosmetic surgery prices have plummeted in recent years. Today, procedures are more affordable than ever – and the best thing is that as prices have dropped, surgeons’ quality and experience have risen.

This is nowhere more true than in the area of hair restoration. Cosmetic surgery specialists Why Go Abroad offers natural hair transplants from just £3,000.

Even so, it is one of the most commonly asked questions: ‘is a hair transplant worth the money?’

While the answer is clearly down to personal opinion, the effects of Why Go Abroad’s natural hair transplants are a matter of fact.

Results of hair transplants

Replacing thinning hair and bald patches with a natural hairline can be one of biggest confidence boosts a man can have.

Of course many men are very happy being bald – and why shouldn’t they be? – but the quality of Why Go Abroad’s hair transplants means that anyone losing their hair now has a genuine option.

From prices of just £3,000, you could have your hairline back, which can often make you look years younger and feel far more confident in your appearance.

A spokesman for Why Go Abroad said: “It may only be a day-long procedure, but many patients claim it’s truly life-changing in terms of the long-term benefits.

“And it’s not just for those who are terrified of losing their hair.

“We see many people who are totally relaxed with their thinning hair or male pattern baldness, but, when they see the quality of a hair transplant, they think ‘why not have a full head of hair again?’”

Whatever your thoughts, it’s well worth speaking to the experts to hear what a hair transplant could do for you.

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Weight-loss surgery hits the headlines as obesity soars

January 25th, 2010

Whether you think weight-loss surgery – such as gastric bands and gastric balloons – should be available on the NHS or not, obesity surgery has hit the headlines over the past few days.

The reason is simple. The population of the UK and abroad is getting larger and living longer, and these two facts are making weight-related illnesses a more important issue than ever.

Gastric bands and gastric balloons are incredibly safe operations when carried out by a trained professional and as obesity rises, so these procedures will inevitably become more in demand.

Add to this the fact that a gastric band can help patients lose up to half their weight and so improve their general health – including everything from reducing the risk of cancer to alleviating diabetes and heart complaints – and you can see why bariatric surgery is being talked about so much.

Why Go Abroad’s expert care

The secret to successful obesity surgery, and therefore improved quality of life, is to speak to specialists.

At Why Go Abroad a consultant will discuss your options, advise you on the best procedure for you, and then guide you through the whole process, from consultation to surgery, and then aftercare.

A spokesman for weight-loss surgery provider Why Go Abroad said: “Gastric bands and gastric balloons can sound daunting and they aren’t for everything.

“People often come to us and think obesity surgery is a quick way to lose weight but it’s not just about that. That said, gastric bands can truly transform patients’ health and lifestyle – the key is to deal with an expert all the way through.”

The first step is to check out your body mass index (BMI) then speak to an expert at Why Go Abroad and see if we can help you today.

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Hair transplants the top cure for male pattern baldness

January 20th, 2010

Male pattern baldness can affect any man, anywhere in the world. It’s the same for Hollywood A-list celebrities, sports stars and everyday men alike – in fact, anyone from their late teens upwards can be affected by the condition.

For some people, male pattern baldness is a source of real embarrassment and can have a devastating effect on confidence. Fortunately, today’s hair transplants can be a complete solution to the age-old problem.

Comedian John Cleese and cricketers Graham Gooch and Shane Warne are just a few of the famous names who have come out and admitted they’ve had hair restoration treatments, while numerous other celebs are suspected of undergoing hair transplants.

And just as male pattern baldness can affect anyone, so natural hair transplants are now available – and affordable ­– to all, not just the rich and famous.

What is male pattern baldness?

Pattern baldness describes the usual process of hair loss that many men suffer at some point in their life. It occurs when individual hair follicles shrink, so that each new hair grows thinner and thinner, until they can’t grow at all.

During a hair transplant, the surgeon will take ‘donor hairs’ from another part of the scalp, then separate them into individual follicles, before transplanting them into the affected area.

This creates totally natural looking results whether you have thinning hair or a complete bald patch.

Hair transplants are a minor procedure, taking less than a day to complete, though the exact time depends on the number of grafts required. Hair transplant prices start at just £3,000 from experts Why Go Abroad.

Thinning hair can also affect women and Why Go Abroad offers hair restoration solutions to ladies too. For more information, visit Why Go Abroad and request a brochure or speak to a specialist.

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Gastric bands a ‘lifestyle change’ not quick fix

January 20th, 2010

Weight-loss surgery such as gastric bands and gastric balloons have to be seen as part of a change in lifestyle, rather than just a quick fix to shed some pounds, according to experts at Why Go Abroad for Surgery.

Exercise and eating a healthy diet are the two best ways to lose weight and although they don’t work for everyone, gastric band surgery should not replace an active and balanced lifestyle BUT work alongside it.

This is the message from weight-loss specialists at Why Go Abroad, who are one of the UK’s leading cosmetic surgery and obesity surgery experts.

“Gastric bands and gastric balloons are increasingly popular procedures and can help patients lose several stone in a relatively short period of time,” said a spokesman for Why Go Abroad.

“Our before and after pictures tell their own story about the potential results of the procedures, but we urge all our patients to develop and maintain a healthy diet and exercise too. A gastric band is a lifestyle change, not an easy option.

“Those patients who are most successful are the ones who maintain the improved habits long after the procedure. This can often rub off on family members too, so improving family health and happiness.”

Further information on weight-loss surgery

A first step is to check your body mass index then contact Why Go Abroad to discuss whether a gastric band or gastric balloon could work for you.

If you go ahead, consultants will advise you every step of the way, with a carefully planned programme of aftercare key to the success of the whole procedure.

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People ‘comfortable’ with cosmetic surgery

January 15th, 2010

As more and more people undergo boob jobs, face lifts and other cosmetic surgery procedures, the two traditional barriers to such treatments – cost and fear of the unknown – seem to be crumbling.

And it’s hardly surprising, either.

Cosmetic surgery today is almost an art form, with trained, experienced and skilled surgeons smoothing and shaping bodies (think of liposuction and tummy tuck procedures) to create happier, more confident patients.

This reality is a world away from the concerns many people harboured, even just a few years ago, about the safety of plastic surgery.

And everyone has marvelled at pictures of celebrities who have transformed their appearance with breast implants, a nose job or a hair transplant – and the great thing about it is that cosmetic surgery today isn’t just for A-list celebs.

Cosmetic surgery prices have fallen, demand has soared

Why Go Abroad offers a range of cosmetic and obesity surgery that is both expert and affordable and the result is that clients come from every walk of life, not just the rich and famous!

A full price list is available, but a few of the most popular treatments include:

A spokesman for Why Go Abroad said: “We have seen a major shift in cosmetic surgery over the past decade and just as safety standards and quality has risen, so cost has come down.

“Treatments that were once prohibitively expensive for many people are now carried out every day. Where once cosmetic surgery was just for the rich, today it is affordable for almost everyone, making it more popular than ever.”

Visit Why Go Abroad for more information on how our experts could help you.

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TV star Marsh proves the model cosmetic surgery patient

January 12th, 2010

Actress Kym Marsh is the perfect example of a cosmetic surgery success story.

She may be a former pop star and Corrie favourite but she’s also a busy mum-of-three who struggled to regain her sexy, natural figure after pregnancy.

Like thousands of women across the UK and abroad, soap star Kym admitted losing her boobs and gaining stomach fat that no amount of exercise would shift after having children, so decided to give cosmetic surgery a chance.

Kym had liposuction and a breast augmentation in 2009 and now feels as sexy as ever, with a flat stomach and 34D boobs that have brought back her bikini figure and her confidence – she has even posed nude for a photoshoot!

The skinny on liposuction

Liposuction is the perfect way to shift stubborn areas of fat and improve your body shape and is massively popular among women who have had children. As well as the stomach, liposuction can target fatty areas on the thighs, upper arms, neck, buttocks and legs.

With liposuction prices from just £2,450 from cosmetic surgery experts Why Go Abroad, it’s one of the cheapest procedures available – and one of the most satisfying when you see your fantastic new figure!

Breast augmentation numbers on the rise

Kym Marsh is far from alone in opting for a boob job, as breast augmentation is the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure. It’s a great way of making you look and feel youthful and sexy, and boob jobs enquiries continue to rise.

Breast enlargement prices start at just £3,295 from Why Go Abroad so why not visit the specialists and see whether you could benefit like Kym Marsh!

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