Stars under the cosmetic surgery microscope on Oscar night

March 9th, 2010

It’s part of the ritual of Oscar night – the red carpet, the winners of the Best Actor, Actress and Best Film awards…and the cosmetic surgery watchers seeing which stars have had procedures for the big night!

This year’s celebs certainly went all out in the glamour stakes, but signs of cosmetic surgery among the nominees were few and far between.

Most of the whispers were about Helen Mirren, following a recent interview where she refused to rule out cosmetic surgery, and Maggie Gyllenhall, while most observers believed that Best Actress winner Sandra Bullock has undergone plastic surgery of some description to retain her youthful looks.

Cosmetic surgery at Why Go Abroad

An expert at cosmetic surgery specialists Why Go Abroad said: “The quality of cosmetic surgery available today is summed up by the fact that its so difficult to tell who has had treatment and who hasn’t.

“All of the actresses looked great on the red carpet and we have reached a stage where surgery can be virtually invisible, even under the microscope of media speculation on Oscar night.”

And it is this high quality of treatment available, combined with affordable cosmetic surgery prices, that has helped move procedures away from just the red carpet, to everyday people.

Why Go Abroad’s three most popular procedures are breast enlargements, liposuction and abdominoplasty, or tummy tucks. It also offers obesity surgery, hair transplants and facial surgery.

For more information on this, or other procedures, request a brochure today.

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Eyebrow transplants double in popularity over the past year

March 8th, 2010

One superglam film star is usually enough to start a trend, so when British beauties Kiera Knightly and Emma Watson both sported the fuller eyebrow look, it was hardly surprising that people took notice.

And Why Go Abroad has seen interest in eyebrow transplants rise accordingly, with the previous style for super-plucked eyebrows on the slide.

Eyebrow transplants are similar procedures to hair transplants, and are popular among those who have very fair eyebrows, or those who have over-plucked and found that their brows are not growing back fully.

The hair transplant procedure

Whether you require an eyebrow or hair transplant, the process is much the same and the first step is to contact Why Go Abroad and have a consultation with a specialist.

A spokesman for Why Go Abroad said: “One of our specialist hair advisors will photograph the affected area then discuss the case with a hair transplant surgeon.

“A decision is then made about how many grafts are needed and the hair transplant cost will depend on that. Why Go Abroad will transplant up to 1500 grafts at a time and most procedures only take around half a day.”

Whether it’s an eyebrow transplant to join the ranks of fuller-browed stars like Jennifer Connolly, or a hair transplant to transform your thinning locks, Why Go Abroad can help.

Visit Why Go Abroad today for more information, to get hold of a brochure or to contact one of our advisors.

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Gastric band can offer remarkable health benefits

March 5th, 2010

Q: What do diabetes, heart conditions, insomnia, high blood pressure and infertility have in common?

A: Gastric bands have helped alleviate them all in previous weight-loss surgery patients.

Gastric bands are well known as one of the most successful obesity surgery procedures available, but it isn’t just around the waistline that they can have an impact.

The health benefits of a gastric band can include everything from cutting the risk of heart conditions or diabetes, to helping stave off cancer or a stroke.

In one extraordinary case, gastric band surgery has also helped a young women retain her eyesight. The band helped Martine Pell drop an impressive 10 stones, which in turn released pressure on her optic nerves, restoring her vision.

Gastric bands from Why Go Abroad

Weight-loss surgery experts at Why Go Abroad said: “Many people incorrectly think that gastric band or gastric balloon surgery is simply an easy option to drop a few pounds. However, on many occasions the operation is prompted purely by health reasons.

“Gastric bands can help improve the health of your heart, minimise the risk of high blood pressure and improve your general wellbeing, such as helping you sleep and improving your fitness, so it can be an important medical treatment.

“We have also seen cases of ‘gastric band babies’, where the procedure helps cure infertility in a woman.

“Because a Lapband is adjustable, it is easy to ensure the treatment suits the individual patient and this level of personal care is what makes bands so successful for so many people.”

Gastric band prices and further information on the procedure – as well as gastric balloons and other obesity surgery – is available from Why Go Abroad.

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Ageing population looks to cosmetic surgery

March 2nd, 2010

Cosmetic surgery can be a great way to help you look as young as you feel and, as people live and work much longer today than ever before, looking young has never been so important.

While breast enlargements and tummy tucks remain popular among younger women, cosmetic surgery experts at Why Go Abroad have seen a significant rise in age-defying procedures, such as face lifts, arm lifts and breast uplifts:

  • A face lift involves an incision in the natural crease of the facial skin and the removal of excess skin, providing a fresher and rejuvenated appearance. This can also include treatments such as a brow lift, neck lift and eye bag removal, among others.
  • An arm lift is a popular way of removing excess skin (often known as ‘bingo wings’) from around the upper arms, and restoring a toned, shapely look.
  • A breast uplift, or mastopexy, is another great way to regain your former figure. The procedure removes excess skin from the breast and raises the bust to make your boobs firmer and appear more youthful.

Youthful cosmetic surgery for men

And men are certainly not missing out on the trend, with hair transplants and male breast reductions also in demand. In fact, ‘man-boob’ reductions (or ‘moob jobs’) are the fastest growing cosmetic surgery procedures in the UK.

A spokesman for Why Go Abroad said: “The key to our service is not just the expert surgeons and quality of cosmetic surgery procedures, but the specialist consultation and aftercare we offer.

“This means you can speak to us in total confidence to decide whether or not the procedure is right for you, and then proceed with confidence and realistic expectations of the outcome.”

Visit Why Go Abroad for cosmetic surgery prices or more information.

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Angelina Jolie rumours dominate cosmetic surgery gossip

March 1st, 2010

Although we’ve tried to ignore the rumours surrounding Angelina Jolie, celebrity gossip columns are buzzing with the news that Hollywood’s hottest madam may have had cosmetic surgery.

Take a look at the pictures and make your own minds up, though experts at Why Go Abroad doubt she’s had a face lift – not only because she’s a natural beauty, but also because we’d expect a neater job than these snaps suggest.

We reckon this is more likely to be an unfortunate tensing of the neck muscles and tendons than a face lift, which helps erase lines on the face, rather than create them!

Take a look at some of Why Go Abroad’s before and after face lift pictures for a true idea of how the procedure can create a firmer and fresher appearance.

Latest research

Whatever the truth, some new scientific research is sure to bring a smile to Angelina’s face – the news that for men, looking at a curvy women can give them the say high as taking drugs!

The new findings explain why curvy Angelina is one of the figures that many women name when looking to have cosmetic surgery, especially women looking for boob jobs or liposuction.

A cosmetic surgery expert from Why Go Abroad said: “It’s inevitable that in today’s celebrity-obsessed culture, people will have images of Hollywood stars like Angelina Jolie in mind when they think about having cosmetic surgery.

“However, we believe that cosmetic surgery should always remain something for an individual, to make them feel more confident with their body or happier in themselves, rather than as an attempt to copy someone else.

“The bottom line is to consult an expert and have reasonable expectations, and that is exactly what we at Why Go Abroad ensure.”

For cosmetic surgery prices or more information, visit Why Go Abroad.

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Cut to the chase, how much does a hair transplant cost?

March 1st, 2010

The first question hair restoration specialists at Why Go Abroad usually get asked is, invariably, ‘do hair transplants really work?’

Once patients have seen the evidence for themselves, and realised that it could make them look younger and transform their self-confidence, the second question is usually, ‘but how much will it cost?’

The answer, from Why Go Abroad, is ‘not as much as you think!’

Hair transplant prices start at just £3,000, but it isn’t just the price that is attractive.

Why are hair transplants so popular?

Why Go Abroad has seen a surge in hair transplant procedure requests, and there are several reasons for it:

  • Cheap hair restoration surgery is often available overseas, but Why Go Abroad offers affordable hair transplants in the UK too – just choose what is most convenient for you!
  • Why Go Abroad’s experts guide you throughout – a specialist will initially photograph the affected area and discuss your needs with a hair transplant surgeon to decide exactly how many grafts you will require
  • The procedure transplants your own hair for totally natural results
  • Upto 1,500 grafts can be transplanted at one time and the whole process can be completed under local anaesthetic, within a day

Although hair transplants are particularly effective at tackling male pattern baldness, hair-loss surgery is also available to women who suffer from female hairloss (or, more commonly, thinning hair).

Visit Why Go Abroad for more information or to request a brochure.

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Why breast reduction operations can be a health boost

February 26th, 2010

When breast reshaping is mentioned, most people presume that women would like larger boobs.

And it is true that breast enlargement remains the most well known and popular cosmetic surgery procedure carried out in the UK.

However, as people have become more aware of the diversity of cosmetic surgery available, so breast reduction operations are also on the increase.

The procedure is also known as a reduction mammoplasty and is a straightforward concept – to reduce the size of the breasts by removing excess fat, tissue and skin.

Cosmetic surgery experts Why Go Abroad said patients have breast reductions for many reasons, the main ones being to:

  • Alleviate discomfort and health problems caused by large boobs (which can include significant back, neck and shoulder pain)
  • Create a more flattering figure by making your breasts proportionate with your frame and body size
  • Boost your self-confidence

Some women have also had a breast reduction to improve their comfort – and in some cases performance! – during sports activities and even for the pleasure of being able to buy sexy bras, rather than firm support underwear.

What does a breast reduction involve?

The procedure is carried out under general anaesthetic and, once the excess fat and tissue has been removed, your surgeon will reshape the breast and reposition the nipple to create a higher, natural bust.

The results are clearly shown in these before and after pictures from Why Go Abroad, which will provide specialist pre-treatment consultation and post-operation aftercare to ensure your wellbeing throughout the process.

For breast reduction prices, to request a brochure or for more information visit Why Go Abroad.

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Cosmetic surgery at a glance

February 22nd, 2010

Although cosmetic surgery has well and truly joined the medical mainstream, as well as hitting the headlines and entering public consciousness, there is still a fear of the unknown among a minority of prospective patients.

Specialists at Why Go Abroad are helping remove this uncertainty thanks to their at-a-glance guide to cosmetic surgery.

First of all, relax, there are more than 100,000 cosmetic surgery procedures carried out in the UK every year. In fact, some estimates suggest the figure is nearer 200,000 – that’s around 550 plastic surgery ops a day – so, provided you consult an expert provider like Why Go Abroad, you’re in good hands.

What cosmetic surgery is available?

Why Go Abroad offers the following:

How safe is cosmetic surgery?

Cosmetic surgery is very safe but, as with all medical procedures, there is inevitably an element of risk. To minimise any risk, however, Why Go Abroad only employs experienced, GMC-registered surgeons.

In addition, patients see a patient care co-ordinator as well as their surgeon prior to the treatment, so they can discuss the procedure in detail and see before and after pictures of the surgeon’s work.

Once the operation is complete, Why Go Abroad also offers expert aftercare as part of its service, to ensure that recovery is as smooth as painless as possible.

What about the prices?

Cosmetic surgery prices vary, for example liposuction is available from just £2,450, while a boob job starts at £3,595.

Why not call the experts and see how we can help?

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Celebrity stories can confuse the cosmetic surgery issue

February 19th, 2010

Anyone considering having cosmetic surgery will naturally be reassured by news stories that highlight how great celebrities can look.

But cosmetic surgery experts at Why Go Abroad are urging people to speak to the specialists rather than just looking to the media to make up their minds on surgery.

A spokesman for Why Go Abroad said: “Celebrity stories tend to highlight the extremes – the best or worst plastic surgery results out there – but this shouldn’t be your only impression of the industry.

“In fact, the whole notion that surgery can turn anyone into a model or film star is pretty irresponsible.

“The majority of our cosmetic surgery patients have minor treatments just to boost their confidence, rediscover the body they had a few years ago, or even just to look and feel happier and healthier.

“We insist on consultations before any treatment, to talk through exactly what a procedure entails and why they are having it done, and we believe in being totally honest and open about what surgery can achieve.”

Boob jobs remain most popular procedure

The top treatment in the UK remains breast enlargement, which has been number one for years. As industry expertise has increased, so boob jobs have become more affordable, today available from just £3,595.

Second on Why Go Abroad’s most wanted list is liposuction, to smooth and shape the body. Not to be confused with obesity surgery, liposuction results in a more sculpted figure, rather than dramatic weight-loss.

The third most requested procedure among Why Go Abroad’s patients is a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, which is especially popular among mothers who are looking to regain their flat stomach after pregnancy.

Whatever procedure you are considering, why not check out cosmetic surgery prices online or request a brochure.

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Weight-loss surgery continues to rise

February 18th, 2010

Obesity surgery procedures are more common than ever in the UK, with one quarter of UK adults found to be obese in 2008.

A new report by The NHS Information Centre showed that the National Health Service alone carried out 4,220 bariatric procedures on obese people in 2008 and 2009, compared with just 1,950 in 2006 and 2007.

And it’s no surprise that obesity surgery experts at Why Go Abroad have seen a similar trend, with enquiries for gastric bands and gastric balloons both leaping up over the same period.

The reasons are simple – and not just because the UK’s waistline is getting larger.

Firstly, there have there been countless celebrity examples of obesity surgery hitting the headlines, which has helped raised awareness of the procedure.

Secondly Why Go Abroad has amazing before and after images to show prospective patients just how effective the procedures can be.

Finally, gastric balloons are cheaper than ever, available from just £3,950, while gastric bands – the most popular weight loss procedures in the UK – are also affordable at just £5,450.

Beauty of a gastric band or balloon

The Lapband and gastric balloon both have their advantages for being very effective weight-loss solutions.

The lapband is an adjustable tool that can be tightened or loosened for more or less restriction to aid weight loss. And the gastric balloon is a non-surgical method that is just a six-month programme to help adapt your body to a healthier way of living.

Throughout each process, Why Go Abroad offers expert consultation, advice and aftercare to ensure that the experience is relaxed and comfortable.

Not only that, but because patients are closely monitored following the weight loss surgery, good lifestyle habits that are established can continue long after the gastric band or balloon has been removed.

For more information on obesity surgery visit Why Go Abroad.

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