Jul 10, 2020 | Company News, REAL Patients
The last few months have not been easy for anyone and although we have not been operating as we usually do, welcoming patients and transforming lives, we have been lucky enough to speak with new patients and plan for when we are able to welcome you back to clinics and for surgery.
We are hearing that it has been a time which has given patients room to consider their own personal journeys and we have been receiving more and more wonderful images from patients who have been recovering and enjoying their new look and feel.
We will never forget this unprecedented time, and the year 2020 will go down in history as one with many mixed emotions. We have however been blessed with many days of wonderful sunshine and this has at least given us chance to enjoy nature, fresh air and for some, a paddling pool! with sunshine on our faces.
Let us take a look at some of the wonderful patients who have been blessed with recovery time and sunshine and are thrilled with their new look and feel.
If surgery is something you have been considering, or you’re wondering if breast augmentation might work for you, we are offering a complimentary consultation over the phone or in person, in Bolton, Manchester and Warrington. Book your complimentary consultation here.
Our Patients Had The Desire To Feel Good
Read the inspirational patient stories of our amazing patients and follow them on their own personal surgery journey, to understand more about what prompted surgery, and why they decided to go ahead.
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Jul 2, 2020 | Company News, Your Surgery
Individual tailored results are important to each patient we see, and to our team. We believe that you are unique and that each body is different, meaning results vary.
Your complimentary consultations are always carried out with our specialist surgeons, that way you can be sure that you get a good idea of what can be achieved, and how this compares to your expectations. Our surgeons have a duty of care and will always be honest and open with the results you can expect to achieve.
They will also discuss a number of other areas when it comes to being a suitable candidate for tummy tuck surgery.
1. Have you lost a significant amount of weight?
Losing weight is a wonderful achievement, however, often we are left with stubborn areas of fat which cannot be moved, no matter how much exercise you do. Quite often, there will also be lose skin left around your abdomen. This makes you a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery, as the procedure helps to remove loose skin and tighten and tone.
It is important to note however, that tummy tuck surgery is not a weight loss solution and your surgeon will discuss your weight loss plans for the future. It is advisable to only look for surgery once you have reached your goal weight and when you are happy that you do not need to lose any more.
To maintain the results of your tummy tuck, consider a healthy diet and a regular exercise routine. If you are committed to a healthy lifestyle, you are likely an excellent candidate for this procedure.
2. You have overall good health.
Although a tummy tuck is a low risk procedure, we do undergo a number of health checks to ensure you are in good health and have no underlaying health issues which may be effected by anaesthesia.
We will always discuss your health in great detail during your consultation and your surgeon will ask to see any previous notes from your GP where necessary.
3. Have you had a baby, or do you plan on having a baby.
Often following pregnancy, the abdominal skin and muscles are permanently damaged. We have seen several ladies who have reached a healthy weight following pregnancy, however, still struggle with loosely hanging tissue and skin around their tummy. A tummy tuck can repair these tissues, however, you should wait for surgery, if you plan on having more children, as future pregnancies can separate the muscles and re-stretch the skin further.
It is important to note that tummy tuck surgery will not carry any danger to any unexpected pregnancies, or the health of your baby.
To book a complimentary first consultation with our specialist surgeons, with no obligation, click here.
Jun 24, 2020 | Company News, Surgeons
Once you have decided that it is something you want to move ahead with, you can choose a surgeon you are happy with, before organising to meet for a consultation. Our group of surgeons are all specialists in their own right and we can talk through each one with you so that making the decision is a little easier. During your consultation you will meet with your surgeon and talk about your goals and desires for your procedure.
If you smoke, your surgeon will ask you to stop at least two weeks before the surgery until two weeks after the surgery. Since smoking makes complications more likely and slows down healing, this is a necessary part and is compulsory – it is not enough to simply slow down, you must stop.
Your surgeon will ask you to drink plenty of water in preparation and eat a nutritious, well-balanced diet. Again, an important stage in helping you heal better. These habits can be continued post-surgery too, to keep your immune system strong. This will also mean you maintain a healthy body weight without too much fluctuation.
We will ask you about any medication you are taking and discuss your physical routines. They may ask you to stop taking certain tablets or vitamins until well after tummy tuck surgery.
Your tummy tuck surgery will go ahead as per your personalised schedule and by removing excess fat and skin, as well as tightening the muscles in your tummy region, your surgery will leave you with a tighter, firmer abdomen
Post-surgery, we ask that you are realistic and plan adequate recovery time. Our surgeon recommends at least two weeks off from daily responsibilities, for rest. It is important that you get help if you have children and avoid heavy lifting or traveling for three weeks following your tummy tuck surgery.
To learn more about what you can do to prepare for tummy tuck surgery, call our experienced co-ordinators to discuss and schedule a complimentary consultation with our specialist team.
Jun 11, 2020 | Company News, Your Surgery
Pregnancy is an exciting and life-changing time in your life, a new baby is magical, and life will never quite be the same.
We get a high proportion of enquiries from mothers, mainly those looking to regain their body after having one or more babies.
One of the reasons we see ladies who have had a baby, is the impact pregnancy has on your body, particularly the stomach and lower abdomen area. Growing a life in such a small space, naturally will result in expanding stretch and lower sagging and in some cases stretch marks too.
This effects ladies of all shape and size, with all different skin texture and it is very difficult to stop, and often they find that diet and exercise alone are simply not going to get rid of the excess skin, or sagging pouch that is left.
A tummy tuck can help, it is designed to tighten the ab muscles and remove excess skin and stretch marks. The specialist surgeon will also look to contour and shape your stomach, resulting in a tighter, more even appearance. The scar from tummy tuck surgery is often made along the same line as your caesarean scar, so there is only one, low scar. This scar is easily hidden by your underwear and or bikini/bathing suit.
We ask that you wait some time before booking in for tummy tuck surgery, following the birth of your baby, to allow your body time to heal and for the skin which will have torn and stretched to relax and if you are breast feeding, even longer than that. We suggest around 6 months after you stop feeding. It is important to note that you will need time and help following your surgery, and lifting your new baby puts strain on your tummy muscles and can cause issues with recovery.
It is also advised that you establish a good routine with your baby, taking the time to bond and feed, without the pressure or pain of surgery recovery. Movement and pre pregnancy weight is an advantage, to aid in strength and good recovery.
Procedure Time – 3-4 hours
Overnight Stay – 1 – 2 nights
Recovery Time – 6 – 12 months
Locations – Manchester Clinic – Preston Clinic
Meet with our specialist skin surgeon and learn more about how abdominoplasty can restore your confidence.
During your complimentary consultation, the surgeon will discuss all of your options with you, and create a plan that is tailored to you and your desires.
There has never been a better time to feel good.
May 28, 2020 | Company News, Recovery and Aftercare
Tummy-tuck surgery or abdominoplasty is a popular surgery, and can offer life-changing results, by removing loose, excess fat and skin and tightening muscles in the abdominal wall. Many women opt for a tummy tuck following pregnancy or weight gain as it can also remove some if not all of the stretch marks in your lower abdomen.
During your tummy tuck recovery, dressings are applied and you may be wrapped in an elastic bandage or a compression garment to reduce swelling and support your abdomen as it heals following surgery. Immediately following an abdominoplasty, expect your abdomen to feel very sore or tender. Any pain you feel can be controlled with pain medications.
Expect to have a longer recovery, due to the position of the wound and nature of movement. Even walking can cause movement and so you must be aware of a little bed rest, and after about a week to be able to stand straight and for most, another week or 2 to get back to most normal activities. We expect you to return to full normality after 2-3 months, however, this is job and person dependant and the time it takes to recover varies greatly among patients.
Common side effects experienced by patients who have undergone a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) include bruising, swelling and some redness. Most of these usually subside in one to two weeks as your body adjusts and the incisions heal. After a few weeks, regaining mobility and fitness becomes important.
During your initial consultation, you will have the opportunity to discuss your cosmetic hopes, your surgeon will discuss your expectations, and suitability for tummy-tuck surgery to be clear about what approach is best for you.
Based on your goals and the surgeon’s training and experience, you can put together a treatment plan, which is tailored to you.
Consultations take place for Tummy Tuck Surgery in our: Manchester Clinic, Bolton Clinic, our Preston Clinic and our Warrington Clinic. Book your complimentary consultation here.
May 20, 2020 | Company News, Your Surgery
Timing is of course always down to you. We see a number of patients who know from a very young age that they are not confident with a particular area of their body despite perhaps, achieving fantastic weight loss results, growing older with age, or even sculpting through other non-evasive techniques.
One of the most popular is breast surgery. Breast implant surgery is the only way to increase the size of your breast, and can be carried out with a breast implant and using fat transfer.
It can be carried out on its own or alongside breast uplift surgery depending on your desired look.
All surgery is unique to you and your body. To get the most out of your surgery, we advise to you come along and meet the breast specialist surgeons, that way you can speak to them about your journey and your hopes and fears.
Consider Recovery Time
Opt for a time that you know you can take some down time and rest up. Breast augmentation recovery usually takes around 4 to 8 weeks, and you will need some support if you have children or a physical job role. We will provide you with a full aftercare plan and your own personal nurse, who is contactable at all times.
To ensure a smooth recovery, follow your surgeon’s advice and always wear a supportive recovery bra.
Consider Seasonality
For some, the cooler months are less active and patients are able to take holidays or time away from work to rest and recover. For other patients, summer is preferable, as it allows them to be outdoors, keeping mobile with fresh air during rest and recovery.
This is up to the individual, but is an important consideration when choosing the right time for surgery.
Consider a complimentary consultation
Our surgeons can talk you through the procedure, your aftercare and expected results during this complimentary consultation.
