As well as the breast enlargement price, there’s also the breast implant type (we recommend cohesive gel implants), size and shape (classic round or ‘teardrop’ style) that you need to consider.

But one of the most important factors is also one that’s often overlooked – the aftercare that’s on offer from the provider.

Expert cosmetic surgery provider Why Go Abroad explained: “A boob job, like all forms of surgery, should only be performed by an expert, with patient safety as the top priority. That’s why all our surgeons are GMC-certified.

Six months of aftercare following a boob job

“On top of that, all breast augmentation patients receive six months of aftercare as standard, to ensure they are not just happy with the results of the procedure, but also healthy and recovering correctly.

“All prospective patients should ask their consultant about the aftercare they will receive to ensure they will be getting the best.”

Another way of ensuring that your provider offers a first-class service is to ask to see previous patients’ results (check out some of Why Go Abroad’s boob job before and after pictures here). If your consultant is reluctant to show you previous outcomes, then take our advice and avoid them altogether!

For more breast enlargement information visit Why Go Abroad.

Hair transplants and face lifts are two of the most popular procedures for those seeking a younger, fresher look for interviews.

A spokesman for Why Go Abroad said: “At the height of the recession, we are not – as some might assume – seeing a decline in interest in cosmetic surgery at all. In fact, we are seeing a wider range of people looking into it.

“One of these growth areas is among men and women who are in the job market and competing with much younger professionals. Quite often job hunters come to us to help them recapture a youthful appearance.”

Hair transplants

In particular, many people find that male pattern baldness can be an ageing condition and therefore hair transplants are proving especially popular.

Today’s transplants use the patient’s own hair to recreate a natural hairline, banishing the image of unrealistic wigs and poor quality weaves for good.

The surgeon will carefully weigh up the shape of the patient’s face and their age, as well as any likely future hair loss, before deciding on the total number of grafts required for the procedure.

Hair transplant prices in the UK start at £3,000, while face lift prices start at £4,595. As more and more people are finding out, that’s a small price to pay for your dream job!

For more information, visit Why Go Abroad.

Dietitians recommend that, for a fortnight after gastric band surgery, only liquids should be consumed. Advice should be given to you as to what liquids are most suitable.

For the next two weeks, soft food – such as mashed potato, mince, well-cooked vegetables and yoghurt – are advisable. After that, you can return to ‘normal eating’.

And therein lies the problem. It’s very easy to slip back into bad habits – after all, what is ‘normal eating’?

Golden rules for gastric bands

Well here are a few golden rules for a balanced diet – for gastric band surgery patients and others – to improve your health and lifestyle:

• Only eat three small meals a day, with two fruit snacks in between
• Take small bites, eat slowly and chew thoroughly
• Drink plenty of water
• Eat the best quality food you can
• Stop eating when you get full!

In fact, gastric bands (and gastric balloons) do not just control the amount you eat, but also promote better eating habits too. The result is fast, effective and controllable weight-loss in the short term, which stays off in the long term.

Gastric band prices and further information are available online at Why Go Abroad.

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.”

According to a new report, obesity currently costs the Scottish NHS £457mn a year – but that figure could hit £3bn by 2030, when 40% of the population would be classed as obese, if the problem is left unchecked.

The news is recognition of the life-changing impact that gastric band surgery can have and major health benefits of the 45-minute procedure.

Obesity surgery experts at Why Go Abroad have carried out hundreds of the procedures and seen first-hand the affects they can have.

“We have had patients lose up to 15 stone with a gastric band, and the great thing is that they can be adjusted to suit each person,” said a spokesman.

“They can help prevent a range of conditions and gastric bands can dramatically improve your quality of life. The more people that are able to have them the better for the overall health of the UK.”

Gastric band prices

Gastric band procedures are available from Why Go Abroad from just £5,450 and GMC-certified surgeons will advise you every step of the way – from a free initial consultation, throughout the procedure and during your aftercare.

Dietary advice, examples of before and after pictures from gastric band procedures and a range of other information is available at Why Go Abroad.

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.

Although there is much speculation about how hair styling can hide thinning hair and bald patches, this is only ever a short-term fix. For most people medication or a hair transplant are the best options.

Hair restoration drugs tend to be preferred when there is only minimal hair loss. Propecia and Dutasteride are the leading examples and are among those recommended by experts at Why Go Abroad.

However, hair transplants are by far the most effective option for those with significant hair loss or looking for full hair regrowth.

What does a hair transplant involve?

A transplant is the best way of reversing the ageing process and helping people who are losing their hair regain any lost confidence.

A spokesman for Why Go Abroad explained the process: “One of our GMC-certified surgeons will assess how many grafts are needed and insert ‘donor hair’ from the patient’s own head into each follicle.

“It’s a straightforward procedure and is carried out under local anaesthetic, in just half a day, meaning you are usually back at home the same night. However, the affects are totally natural, permanent and can be life-changing.”

Transplants are available for both men and women and for more information, or hair transplant prices, visit Why Go Abroad online.

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.

In a recent study, volunteers who consumed fewer calories not only lost weight, but also ‘significantly enhanced’ their immunity.

And, as gastric bands work directly to reduce a patient’s calorie intake, the news is expected to drive up the (already growing!) market for obesity surgery in the UK.

How does a gastric band work?

A gastric band consists of a loop that is placed around the stomach, restricting its size. As a result of this reduced stomach capacity, you feel full after eating less food and therefore your calorie intake drops.

The beauty of a gastric band – also known as a Lapband – is that the loop can be adjusted so that the patient can eat more or less food comfortably, allowing calorie intake and weight loss to be easily controlled.

Once good eating habits have been learned and the patient has lost the required amount of weight, the band can then be removed or simply kept at minimum restriction.

A gastric balloon also restricts the stomach capacity, but the surgeon does so by inserting a balloon into the stomach, then inflating it to the required size. The balloon is kept inside the stomach for six months and is then removed, by which time the patient should have adopted a more controlled way of eating.

Obesity surgery experts Why Go Abroad have all the answers you need so visit their website to request a brochure, book a free consultation or find out gastric band prices.

The answer is around six months for full hair growth to resume and it’s important not to expect a full head of hair the next day!

The reason for the delay is simple.

During the procedure, ‘donor hairs’ from the patient’s head are transplanted into individual follicles in the bald area – and each follicle takes several months to start full hair growth.

What will happen in the months after a hair transplant?

To repeat – instant hair growth is unlikely so don’t panic!

There is usually a little bleeding around the transplanted area, which is entirely normal, and daily hair washing is required for a week or so after hair restoration surgery.

During the coming weeks and months, don’t worry if transplanted hairs seems to fall out or are slow to grow, the transplant follicles will remain dormant underneath the scalp and will start producing hair in time.

However, because Why Go Abroad’s hair transplants use the patient’s own hair, the result is a totally natural looking hairline.

For more information or hair transplant prices visit Why Go Abroad.