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/422/ http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/422/#comments Tue, 17 May 2011 12:28:47 +0000 Lee Bradley http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/?p=422

The president of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, Mr Fatah, has warned the BBC that the lines between cosmetic surgery and cosmetic salon treatments are being blurred.

Cosmetic surgery treatments should be conducted by trained professionals. 

“There is a difference between plastic surgery – facelifts, breast enhancement, tummy tucks, liposuction, etc – and cosmetic salon treatments such as lasers, peels and injectable fillers” he remarked. 

While cosmetic treatments such as BOTOX and fillers are temporary treatments carried out to manage the external signs of ageing, cosmetic surgery is considerably more complex.

Firstly, the reasons behind someone looking to have cosmetic surgery are likely to be quite involved.  Does the patient have realistic expectations for the outcome?  Has the patient suffered bullying?  Do they understand what surgery entails and what General Anaesthetic involves?  Are they prepared for the recovery/healing stage?  Are they prepared to  stop smoking/lose weight or similar prior to surgery?

A good Cosmetic Surgeon will spend time understanding the patient’s full motivations for surgery, as well as appraising their medical history and physiology. 

Mr Fatah added that when cosmetic surgery is done for the right reasons, “the reward is a significant enhancement of the wellbeing and the quality of life for the patient”.

A spokesman for Why Go Abroad said: “Often, a very simple cosmetic surgery procedure, such as liposuction or nose reshaping (rhinoplasty), can make a big difference to your look.

“This can often make you feel far happier with your body – and give you a real boost in confidence – but we would always urge clients to take full advantage of a consultation with a cosmetic surgeon prior to making any decisions.

“You should ask aall your questions and ensure that you have a thorough understanding of what can be achieved and what surgery involves.  Your surgeon should be honest about the realistic outcomes.”

At Why Go Abroad, all surgeons are certified by The General Medical Council and the cosmetic surgery process includes:

• An initial consultation with a cosmetic surgeon to discuss what procedure you’re considering and set realistic expectations
• A GMC-registered surgeon for the procedure
• A follow up appointment to check your post-op health
• Up to six months’ aftercare to ensure your continuing wellbeing.

Contact Why Go Abroad for affordable cosmetic surgery prices or more information. ]]> http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/422/feed/ 1 http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/it%e2%80%99s-official-cosmetic-surgery-offers-something-to-everyone/ http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/it%e2%80%99s-official-cosmetic-surgery-offers-something-to-everyone/#comments Sat, 26 Feb 2011 13:28:47 +0000 admin http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/?p=361 Okay, we know some people will immediately say that: ‘Cosmetic surgery is not for me!’…but when gorgeous Louise Redknapp says she wants to make changes, you have to take notice.

The former Eternal signer said: “I’ll do my research, but I think if you don’t go crazy it can be done well. I’m in reasonable shape, but I think every single woman in the country would want to change something.”

In Louise’s case, she highlighted her ‘flabby tummy’ as something that she wasn’t happy with – common among women who have had two children.

Tummy tuck on the cards?

In that case, an abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, could be the perfect solution. The procedure removes excess fat and skin from the tummy – to produce a tighter, flatter stomach – and is popular among mothers of all ages. (Tummy tuck prices and further information is available from Why Go Abroad.)

However, the key to Louise Redknapp’s cosmetic surgery comments is the sensible approach she highlights.

Why Go Abroad explained: “All responsible providers should give you the chance to meet your surgeon in advance, so you feel comfortable and can raise any concerns, and the surgeon can set reasonable expectations.

“In Louise’s case, she clearly took a very sensible approach in seeing someone she trusted to discuss treatment, but then heeding his advice when he said she was not a good cosmetic surgery candidate.

“Her comments also highlight another important fact – even the most beautiful people can feel unhappy with their body at times, and cosmetic surgery can be a very effective way to boost your confidence.”

A survey by shopping advice website MyVoucherCodes.co.uk showed that rather than going without cosmetic surgery during the credit crunch, people are borrowing money to have treatments.

The cosmetic surgery poll looked at 1,388 people who had either has surgery or were considering it. It showed that more than 60 percent of post-op patients had paid for their procedures through a loan or with a credit card.

The top three procedures paid for by borrowing were:

• Breast enlargement
• Cosmetic dental work
• Liposuction.

Nose jobs, tummy tucks and gastric bands were all also on the list.

Furthermore, the study revealed that more than half of those currently considering plastic surgery said they’d borrow to fund the procedure.

However, cosmetic surgery provider Why Go Abroad said that procedures don’t have to be expensive.

“Cosmetic surgery prices vary greatly from one provider to the next and we would urge anyone considering a procedure to speak to as many as possible to find the best deal for them,” said a spokesman.

“That said, price should not be the only consideration and, at Why Go Abroad, patient wellbeing is the top priority. That’s why we ensure every patient meets their surgeon before any treatment and that all of our surgeons are GMC-certified.”

For more information or to book a free consultation, visit Why Go Abroad.

The ‘Paparazzi’ singer, famed for her unique style as much as her music, is reportedly unhappy with her appearance and considering a range of cosmetic surgery treatments.

A boob job, nose job and thigh lift are all among her plans, according to music station MTV.

If she goes ahead, she’ll be following in the footsteps of singing legends Madonna, Mariah Carey, Cher and Debbie Harry who have all had cosmetic procedures done during their stellar careers.

Advice from Why Go Abroad

Cosmetic surgery experts at Why Go Abroad have offered the popular 24-year-old songstress this advice: “It’s important not to rush into any decision.

“Cosmetic surgery can have a really positive effect on your confidence and appearance but, like all surgery, it should not be undertaken lightly.

“It’s vital to have an honest and open consultation with your surgeon so you can explain what you’d like and they can set realistic expectations for you.

“In the end, whether you are a celebrity or not, anyone can be unhappy with their body and cosmetic surgery, performed by an experienced professional, can help,” added a spokesman.

The most popular procedures performed by Why Go Abroad are breast enlargement operations, liposuction and tummy tucks – or abdominoplasty.

For cosmetic surgery prices or more information on any procedures, contact Why Go Abroad.

Half of 16 to 21-year-old girls asked said they would consider cosmetic surgery as an option to changes their looks… and there can be few greater endorsements of plastic surgery than receiving Girlguiding UK’s approval!

Why Go Abroad first highlighted this trend months ago, and a spokesman for the company said interest from younger people has continued to rise.

“Where once the majority of our procedures were face lifts, boob jobs or breast uplifts for women who were getting older, now we are seeing an increase in younger women and men turning to cosmetic surgery,” he said.

Change in cosmetic surgery trend

“Although our GMC-certified surgeons don’t operate on anyone under 18, we are certainly seeing a rise in procedures among young mums and those in their early 20s. As a result, treatments such as tummy tucks and liposuction are on the rise.

“Among young men, hair transplants remain popular as male pattern baldness is a real problem for some men in their 20s.”

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

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.

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.

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:

• Cosmetic surgery – the most popular procedures are boob jobs, liposuction and tummy tucks. Cosmetic surgery can be broken down into breast surgery, body surgery and facial surgery
• Obesity surgery, or weight-loss surgery, such as gastric bands and gastric balloons
• Hair restoration surgery, predominantly hair transplants.

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?

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.