Your Cosmetic Surgery Questions Answered

There are three main approaches to breast enlargement:

• Breast implants – silicone gel or saline implants to increase size and improve shape.
• Fat transfer breast augmentation – using purified fat taken from another area of your body.
• Minimally invasive or non-surgical options – temporary volumising techniques in selected cases.

Your surgeon will explain which options are suitable and safest for you.

Good candidates are women who are in good general health, whose breasts are fully developed and who would like to:

• Enhance breast size
• Correct natural asymmetry
• Restore volume lost after pregnancy, breastfeeding or weight changes

Your surgeon will also make sure your expectations are realistic and that surgery is the right choice for you.

Breast enlargement surgery usually takes around 1 to 2 hours, depending on the technique used and whether it is a first-time procedure or a more complex case.

Most patients return to desk-based work and light everyday activities within 1 to 2 weeks. Swelling and tightness gradually settle over several weeks, and the breasts continue to soften and settle over a few months. Full healing and final results can take several months.

There are two main types of implants:

• Silicone gel implants – known for a softer, more natural breast-like feel.
• Saline implants – filled with a sterile salt-water solution.

At Red Rose Desire we only use high-quality, CE-marked implants from trusted manufacturers. Your surgeon will recommend the type, shape and placement that best suit your body and goals.

Common incision sites include:

• In the fold under the breast (inframammary)
• Around the edge of the areola (periareolar)
• In the armpit area (transaxillary)

All scars fade over time, but their final appearance depends on incision position, your skin type and how you heal. Your surgeon will discuss the most discreet approach for you and how to care for your scars.

Many women can still breastfeed after breast enlargement, but this depends on the surgical technique and the position of the implants. Your surgeon will explain any potential impact on breastfeeding and aim to minimise disruption to breast tissue and milk ducts wherever possible.

All breast enlargement procedures at Red Rose Desire are carried out by BAAPS-registered, GMC-certified Consultant Plastic or Breast Surgeons, including Mr El-Gawad, Mr Khalil and Mr Sharif. They have extensive experience in both primary and revision breast surgery and focus on safe, natural-looking, feminine results.

The guide price for breast enlargement is around £6,000. This is a fully inclusive package covering:

• Consultations
• Hospital and theatre fees
• Anaesthetist
• Implants
• Follow-up appointments
• Two years of structured post-surgery aftercare

There are no hidden extras, so you know exactly what is included.

Aftercare is a key part of your journey. You will be supported by our dedicated nurse, Elaine, who works closely with your surgeon to monitor your recovery. You’ll have scheduled check-ups and the reassurance that if you have questions or worries at any stage, you can contact the team easily and be seen promptly.

We use only premium, CE-marked implants from globally recognised manufacturers known for safety, durability and excellent cosmetic results. Your surgeon will explain options such as silicone gel and cohesive gel implants, as well as round or anatomical shapes, and recommend the best match for your anatomy and the reasons for your replacement.

Managing the existing implant pocket and capsule (scar tissue) is a vital part of revision surgery. Your surgeon may:

• Refine or tighten the pocket
• Recreate the pocket
• Remove hardened or restrictive scar tissue (capsulectomy)

These steps help your new implants sit comfortably and naturally and improve overall breast shape and softness.

They may be. Over time, breast tissue and skin often change. During your consultation, your surgeon will reassess your current shape, skin quality and proportions, then guide you through realistic options that suit your body now. You’ll also have the chance to try implant sizers to see how different volumes look and feel.

Recovery varies with the complexity of your surgery, but most patients:

• Return to light activity or desk work within around 7 to 10 days
• Gradually resume exercise after about 6 weeks
• Notice swelling and tenderness settling over the following weeks

You’ll receive a personalised recovery plan and ongoing support from Nurse Elaine throughout your healing.

Guide prices for breast implant replacement start from around £6,350, depending on the complexity of the procedure and implant choice. Your fee typically includes:

• Consultant surgeon and anaesthetist fees
• All hospital and theatre costs
• New implants
• Follow-up appointments
• Two years of structured aftercare

This gives you clear, transparent pricing and peace of mind.

Your care does not end when you leave hospital. You have regular follow-ups and direct access to our nursing and surgical team. If you ever have a concern or complication, we act quickly, clearly and compassionately to support you and keep you fully informed at every step.

Many women consider a breast uplift after pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss or natural ageing. Good candidates are healthy, non-smokers (or able to stop for the recommended period) and have realistic expectations about what can be achieved for their shape and skin quality.

A breast uplift focuses on lifting and reshaping the existing breast tissue, while breast enlargement focuses on increasing breast volume.

• Breast uplift – reshapes and lifts existing tissue.
• Auto-augmentation uplift – uses your own tissue to enhance upper fullness without implants.
• Breast enlargement – uses implants or fat transfer to increase size.

These procedures can be combined if you want both more volume and a lifted shape.

A standard breast uplift does not significantly increase the size of your breasts. It mainly improves shape and position. If you would like more volume, your surgeon may recommend combining an uplift with implants or using an auto-augmentation technique that repositions your existing tissue to enhance fullness.

Common uplift techniques include:

• Crescent lift – for very mild sagging.
• Periareolar (donut) lift – an incision around the nipple/areola.
• Vertical (lollipop) lift – around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease.
• Anchor lift – for more significant sagging, with an extra horizontal incision in the fold under the breast.

Your surgeon will recommend the technique that offers the best lift and shape for you.

There will be scars where the incisions are made, but they usually fade considerably over 6 to 12 months. Your surgeon will discuss scar placement, how to care for them and what to expect as you heal.

Many women can still breastfeed after a breast uplift, but there is a small risk that some techniques may reduce your ability to do so. If future breastfeeding is important to you, let your surgeon know so this can be factored into your surgical plan.

Breast uplift procedures are performed only by GMC-registered Consultant Surgeons who specialise in aesthetic breast surgery, including uplift, enlargement, reduction and revision procedures. They are members of leading UK professional bodies and prioritise safety, natural results and your overall wellbeing.

Guide prices start from around £7,370 for a breast uplift and from around £8,150 when combined with implants. Your fee is fully inclusive and usually covers:

• Surgeon and anaesthetist fees
• Hospital and theatre charges
• Implants (if used)
• Pre-operative assessments
• All post-operative check-ups
• Support during recovery
• Two years of structured aftercare

Finance or savings plans may also be available to help you spread the cost.

As a general guide:

• Back to light daily activities: around 1 week
• Desk work: about 7 to 10 days
• Light exercise: from around 4 weeks
• Heavier exercise and lifting: usually after 6 weeks
• Final shape and settling: continues to improve over 3 to 6 months

You’ll receive a tailored recovery plan and regular contact with Nurse Elaine throughout your healing.

Good candidates are people who:

• Have loose or overhanging abdominal skin after pregnancy, weight loss or ageing
• Are at a stable, healthy weight
• Are in good general health
• Are non-smokers (or able to stop around the time of surgery)

Your surgeon will assess whether a tummy tuck is the safest and most effective option for you.

No. A tummy tuck is not designed for weight loss or the treatment of obesity. It is a body-contouring procedure that tightens the abdominal wall and removes excess skin and localised fat once your weight is already stable.

• Full tummy tuck – addresses skin and muscle laxity both above and below the belly button and may involve repositioning the navel.
• Mini tummy tuck – focuses on the lower abdomen only, with a smaller incision and usually a shorter recovery.

Your surgeon will recommend the most suitable approach based on your anatomy and goals.

In a tummy tuck, the surgeon makes an incision low across the abdomen (usually hidden under underwear or swimwear), removes excess skin and fat, tightens the underlying muscles and, in a full tummy tuck, may reposition the belly button. There will be a scar where the incision is made, but this usually fades significantly over time.

Most patients need around 2 to 3 weeks off work, depending on their job. Full recovery usually takes 6 to 8 weeks. You’ll be asked to wear a support garment to help with comfort, swelling and shaping during the healing period.

Guide prices typically start from around £7,500. This usually includes:

• Consultations
• Surgeon and anaesthetist fees
• Hospital and theatre costs
• Follow-up appointments
• Two years of structured aftercare

You’ll be fully informed of fees before committing to surgery.

Abdominoplasty is performed by experienced consultant surgeons with a special interest in post-pregnancy and post-weight-loss abdominal surgery. They focus on natural-looking restoration rather than over-tightening and will always explain what is realistically achievable for your body.

Liposuction suits people who:

• Are close to their ideal body weight
• Have localised pockets of fat that don’t respond to diet or exercise
• Are generally healthy
• Have reasonably good skin elasticity

Your surgeon will assess whether liposuction alone or in combination with other procedures is best for you.

Common treatment areas include:

• Abdomen and waist
• Hips and thighs
• Buttocks
• Upper arms
• Back and flanks (“love handles”)
• Chin and neck
• In some cases, knees or calves

No. Liposuction and tummy tuck work in different ways:

• Liposuction – removes excess fat only.
• Tummy tuck – removes excess skin and fat and tightens separated muscles.

In some cases the two procedures are combined for a more complete contouring result.

Small incisions are made near the treatment area and a thin tube (cannula) is inserted to loosen and remove fat using suction. At Red Rose Desire we use techniques such as tumescent and power-assisted liposuction for precise shaping and smoother contours.

Most patients can return to desk-based work in about a week and gradually resume exercise after 3 to 4 weeks. Bruising and swelling are expected initially but improve steadily over the following weeks.

Guide prices generally start from around £4,000, depending on the number and size of areas treated. Your fee usually includes:

• Consultations
• Hospital and theatre fees
• Anaesthetist
• Follow-up appointments
• Two years of structured aftercare

Liposuction is carried out by consultant plastic surgeons experienced in body contouring and liposculpture. They’ll advise whether liposuction alone is suitable, or whether it should be combined with skin-tightening procedures for the best result.

Good candidates are people who:

• Are unhappy with the appearance of their nose
• Have breathing issues linked to nasal structure
• Are in good general health
• Have realistic expectations
• Have completed facial growth (usually after the mid-teens)

Rhinoplasty can address issues such as:

• Nose size in relation to the face
• Bumps or dips on the nasal bridge
• A wide or narrow bridge
• Nostril width
• Tip shape (bulbous, drooping or upturned)
• Asymmetry or deviation
• Breathing problems due to septal deviation or previous injury

• Open rhinoplasty – uses a small incision across the strip of skin between the nostrils (the columella), giving the surgeon excellent visibility of internal structures.
• Closed rhinoplasty – all incisions are placed inside the nostrils, so there is no external scar and recovery can be quicker in suitable cases.

Your surgeon will recommend the approach that best matches your anatomy and goals.

Rhinoplasty is performed only by GMC-registered Consultant Plastic Surgeons with many years of experience, including advanced training in both primary and revision nose surgery. They focus on creating a natural, balanced result that fits harmoniously with your facial features.

Every patient is different, but as a guide:

• Nasal splint removed: around 7 days
• Desk work: usually 10 to 14 days
• Bruising largely gone: 2 to 3 weeks
• Light exercise: from about 3 to 4 weeks
• Heavier exercise: usually after 6 weeks
• Final refinement of shape and tip: continues for 6 to 12 months

Guide prices start from around £6,200. This usually includes:

• Consultations
• Surgeon and anaesthetist
• Hospital and theatre time
• Post-operative check-ups
• On-call support during recovery
• Two years of structured aftercare

Labiaplasty is generally suitable for healthy adults over 18 who:

• Have enlarged, stretched or asymmetrical labia
• Experience physical or emotional discomfort
• Are non-smokers (or able to stop around the time of surgery)
• Have realistic expectations about what surgery can achieve

Labiaplasty is usually carried out using one of two main techniques:

• Trim method – removes excess tissue along the edge of the labia.
• Wedge method – removes a small wedge of tissue to reduce size while preserving the natural edge.

Dissolvable stitches are typically used. Your surgeon will choose or combine techniques based on your anatomy and goals.

Scars are usually very discreet and hidden within the natural folds of the tissue. They tend to soften and fade over time as healing progresses.

Recovery is often easier than many women expect. As a guide:

• Back to light activities: 3 to 5 days
• Return to desk work: around 1 week
• Swelling largely settles: 4 to 6 weeks
• Exercise, cycling and gym: usually 4 to 6 weeks
• Intimacy and tampon use: typically from around 6 weeks, once healing is confirmed

You’ll receive detailed aftercare instructions to support comfortable healing.

Guide prices start from around £3,200. This usually includes:

• Your consultation(s) with Mr El-Gawad
• Hospital and surgical fees
• Anaesthetist (if required)
• Specialist support from Nurse Elaine
• All post-operative check-ups
• Access to an on-call team for reassurance
• Two years of structured aftercare

Finance and savings plans may also be available to help you spread the cost.

Aftercare is led by Nurse Elaine, who has deep experience in intimate surgery recovery. We check in with you regularly and encourage you to contact us with any worries about swelling, stitches, bruising or healing. If anything unexpected arises, our team responds quickly and compassionately, always prioritising your comfort and wellbeing.

Your procedure is always carried out by a fully accredited GMC-registered Consultant Surgeon such as Mr El-Gawad, Mr Khalil or Mr Sharif. Each surgeon has extensive experience in breast, body and facial aesthetic surgery and is trained to the highest UK standards. You will meet your surgeon directly and have continuity throughout your entire journey.

Aftercare is one of the strongest pillars of Red Rose Desire. You are supported by our dedicated nurse, Elaine, who follows your recovery closely, checks in regularly, and is available for reassurance or guidance at any stage. Your package includes two full years of structured aftercare, meaning you’re never left on your own once surgery is complete.

Yes. All consultants are fully GMC-registered and many are members of BAAPS/BAPRAS, the UK’s leading professional bodies for plastic and reconstructive surgeons. The clinic follows strict governance, safety and infection-control protocols, offering a safe, regulated environment for every procedure.

Yes. Your package price includes all consultations, surgeon and anaesthetist fees, hospital/theatre costs, implants (if applicable), aftercare appointments and two years of support. There are no hidden extras, and everything you need is included for complete peace of mind.

Everything at Red Rose Desire is personalised. Your surgeon takes time to understand your goals, anatomy and lifestyle, and recommends the most suitable techniques for your body. Your care plan and aftercare are tailored specifically to you, not a generic template.

Red Rose Desire has been helping patients for over 11 years and has built a strong reputation across Manchester, Preston, Bolton, Warrington and the wider North West. Our surgeons and nursing team bring decades of combined experience in aesthetic surgery, ensuring your journey is handled with expertise and genuine care.

We focus on providing a warm, supportive and professional environment. From your first enquiry to your final check-up, you are treated with care, clarity and honesty. Many patients describe the journey as reassuring, uplifting and far more personal than larger commercial chains.