New data from ASAPS, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons shows us the top plastic surgery trends in the USA in 2010.

Top procedures for women :

1. Breast augmentation
2. Liposuction
3. Breast reduction
4. Abdominplasty
5. Blepharoplasty

Top cosmetic surgeries for men:

1. Liposuction
2. Rhinoplasty
3. Blepharoplasty
4. Gynaecomastia
5. Otoplasty

 The study also compared 2010 to 1997 to see where the biggest growth is being experienced in the market.  The statistics show massive growth in body reshaping surgery as follows:

1. Upper arm lift +642%
2. Thigh lift +431%
3. Breast uplift  +511%
4. Lower body lift +330%
5. Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) +326%

Why Go Abroad commented: “Both women and men are far more aware nowadays of what can be achieved with cosmetic surgery.  With societal pressure to ‘look good’, increasing numbers are turning to surgeons to help them to improve aspects of their body that they don’t like. 

Although breast augmentation is still our most popular procedure at Why Go Abroad, the mix of enquiries that we are seeing shows a much broader interest in cosmetic surgery for areas of the body. 

We see many patients who had considered going abroad for surgery, but we offer great value packages in the UK.  We would urge patients to investigate their Surgeon and surgery provider thoroughly and be totally confident before booking surgery.”  ]]> http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/usa-trends-in-plastic-surgery-will-the-uk-follow/feed/ 0 http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/aftercare-vital-to-cosmetic-surgery-choice/ http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/aftercare-vital-to-cosmetic-surgery-choice/#comments Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:48:54 +0000 admin http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/?p=80 The key to safe and successful cosmetic surgery is reassuringly simple – expert consultation and aftercare.

This may sound obvious but it’s essential to remember because the quality of care you receive should be the main factor behind your choice of provider.

Cosmetic surgery prices will always be important but price should not be the only consideration for patients as your long-term health and happiness has to be top priority.

That’s why Why Go Abroad for Surgery offers a free consultation with an expert cosmetic surgeon, as well as six months of aftercare, following all cosmetic surgery procedures.

Affordable prices

Fortunately, the myth that quality plastic surgery is out-of-reach to all but the richest A-list celebrities has long since been exploded.

We offer expert consultation alongside affordable prices so you can save thousands of pounds and still achieve your perfect look. For example:

• liposuction from £2,450
• female and male hair loss treatments from £3,000
• breast enlargement from £3,295
• gastric balloon from £3,950
• gastric band from £5,450.

Best of all, these cheap prices are all for expert treatment in the UK so you can be sure that whatever treatment you’re after – from weight loss surgery to a face lift – the procedure for you is available close to home.

That’s not to say overseas treatments are all botched boob jobs or terrible tummy tucks, in fact, specialist clinics abroad can be right for some people. But, just as in the UK, make sure compromising on cost does not mean compromising on quality.

Well, here are our favourite myths about cosmetic surgery – and the facts that can help you to decide what’s best for you.

Cosmetic surgery is expensive.

As you can see from a quick look at these pages:

• Cosmetic Surgery Prices
• Obesity Surgery Prices
• Hair Transplant Prices

That’s simply not true. Liposuction is available in the UK from £2,450 – much less than you’d expect.

You just need to look at our sample costs to see that you don’t need to be a millionaire or remortgage your home to afford some of the more common procedures such as breast enlargement or a tummy tuck.

Liposuction is an easy way to lose weight

Any surgeon will always tell you that the best way to lose weight is with a sensible, calorie-controlled diet and to take plenty of exercise. Liposuction is an excellent way to get back your shape or tone those stubborn areas such as tummy or buttocks.

Fat comes back after liposuction

That depends on how you eat. Liposuction removes excess fat, but if you over eat after liposuction, you’ll put the weight back on. You need to eat healthily and sensibly ALL the time.

Breast implants increase your risk of cancer

Not true. That doesn’t mean you should stop examining yourself – whether you’ve had breast implants or not, you need to examine your breasts regularly, and if you’re over 40, go for a mammogram every two years at least.

Men don’t have cosmetic surgery

Oh yes they do. We see plenty of men who want to lose their ‘moobs,’ with male breast reduction procedures to improve their looks. Equally, tummy tucks and liposuction are popular – men will do almost everything that women do.

You can’t breast feed after breast implants

Yes you can. Brest implants do not normally affect your ability to breast feed, which is the best way to feed your baby – it is, after all, what breasts are for.

Breast augmentation will cure droopy breasts

Depending on your physique, an implant may fill out lost volume. However, depending on your physiology you may be better with a breast uplift or even breast reduction to recreate pert breasts.

Going abroad for surgery can be very dangerous

The whole point of this website is to explain just how affordable surgery can be in the UK if you choose the right provider. The surgeons, nursing staff, theatres and accommodation that we work with are all of the very highest quality, thoroughly experienced and, just as importantly, all have the very best reputations. .

Going abroad really isn’t for everyone and if you are not sure, there’s no need if you can get the same great prices are also available in the UK!

Liposuction comes in several forms, depending on how much work you want to have done, and it’s far from being the most expensive form of cosmetic surgery.

Prices in the UK can start at around £2,400, although some companies would charge a lot more.

If you really want to save money, you could go abroad, but choose your company carefully. You CAN save a lot of money but make sure you also get good quality of care. You want to be looked after, you want to make sure your surgeon has your best interests at heart and isn’t simply going to send you out with an impatient cry of ‘Next!’

One thing liposuction isn’t, though, and that’s a cure for obesity. Some might think that’s where a gastric band comes in, especially when famous TV presenters admit to having it done.

And for some people it is the solution – you could lose up to 50% of your excess weight in the two years after having a band fitted, almost immediately cutting the risk of diabetes, heart disease or high blood pressure.

But it’s no quick fix, as you’ll still have to change your eating habits when you’ve been fitted with a gastric band. It will be easier, because you’ll feel full a lot quicker, but you will have to change the way you eat. That’s why many doctors see it as a last resort.

However, if all you want is to make that final adjustment, liposuction can really help to give you back those smooth thighs, flat tummy and shapely chin that you were so proud of in your twenties.

Whatever treatment you decide is right for you, Why Go Abroad can help. We offer affordable obesity surgery including gastric band and gastric balloon, and we provide liposuction both in the UK at great value prices.

But as well as cutting the costs, will you be cutting some very important corners in the process?

Questions, questions

People often go abroad for surgery simply to save money. For those who get it right, it can be a fantastic experience – you get the treatment you want and potentially save lots of money in the process.

However, not all stories are happy ones… There are some important questions you need answers to first -

• What does the quote include?
• Can I see evidence of professional registration and monitoring of my clinicians and the clinic?
• What are the facilities like?
• Are staff fluent in English?
• What about aftercare?
• Will I spend what I save on hotels and flights?

A better alternative may be staying in the UK with Why Go Abroad.  We only use the very finest clinicians, all with GMC-recognised qualifications, working from UK clinics where you’ll have no trouble with the language barrier. 

“Who do I talk to?”

You need to talk to an expert.  Our staff can give advice on what procedure would be right for you and help you choose the right options.

You’ll not only find a sympathetic, professional ear you can trust, you’ll probably hear about our own personal experiences – quite a few of our staff have had surgery themselves, so they know exactly what you’re going through.

People first, money last

So in short, make sure you’re completely comfortable with what you’re going to have done, with where it will be done and with who’s going to do it for you.

Then – and only then – should you think about what it will cost.

And if you decide to stay in the UK, it still doesn’t mean paying top dollar – shop around for a value provider like WGA (Why Go Abroad) and you’ll get the same sort of prices as you’d pay abroad – without the sun, but so much closer to the comforts of home!