Cosmetic Surgery

An online guide to cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery treatments.

BOTOX
Botox is a non-surgical cosmetic treatment for frown lines. This article explains what Botox is, how it works, and possible side-effects.

BREAST ENLARGEMENT
Breast enlargement may be chosen by women who are not happy with the size and shape of their breasts. Breast implants are used to make your breasts larger, firmer and fuller.

BREAST LIFT
Most women find that their breasts begin to sag and droop as they get older. A breast lift (mastopexy) is an operation to raise and re-shape your breasts.

BREAST REDUCTION
Large breasts can cause several medical problems, including back and neck pain. A breast reduction can benefit many women who are uncomfortable with their breast size.

BROW/FOREHEAD LIFT
Wrinkles in the brow and forehead are addressed with a brow/forehead lift.

CHIN AUGMENTATION
Chin augmentation surgery can alter the size and shape of the chin. It is often combined with nose reshaping to improve the facial profile.

COLLAGEN LIP INJECTION
Collagen lip injections can add significant volume to the lips, creating a "pout" effect that lasts for months. This article looks at the procedure and possible side-effects.

DENTAL IMPLANTS
A dental implant is used to support one or more false teeth. This article outlines the procedure and answers common questions.

FACELIFT
A facelift is a popular cosmetic surgery procedure to reverse signs of ageing. This article looks at the different types of facelifts and possible complications that can arise.

EYELID LIFT
Eyelid surgery (bag removal, blepharoplasty) is eye surgery that can be carried out for cosmetic purposes. This article discusses cosmetic eye surgery and possible complications.

LABIOPLASTY
Labioplasty (vaginal lip reduction) reduces the size of the the labia minora at the entrance to the vagina to make the vaginal "lips" more aesthetically pleasing.

LASER EYE SURGERY
LASIK is an advanced method of eye surgery that can correct a wide range of refractive errors in the eye. It is a safe and effective method of vision correction.

LASER HAIR REMOVAL
Unwanted hair is a common problem in women and men. Laser treatment can be used to permanently treat small and large areas of unwanted hair.

LIPOSUCTION
Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure to remove unwanted fat. This article details the procedure and looks at possible complications.

MYOBLOC
Myobloc injections can be used as an alternative to Botox for non-surgical cosmetic treatment of moderate to severe frown lines.

NOSE RESHAPING
Nasal reshaping surgery, also known as a "nose job", is performed to correct injuries, and for cosmetic reasons. This article outlines the procedure and follow-up care.

PENIS ENLARGEMENT SURGERY
Penis enlargement surgery aims to increase penile girth, thickness, or length. This article looks at the different types of surgery and possible complications.

PORCELAIN VENEERS
Porcelain veneers are one of the best restoration methods available for enhancing your smile. Veneers can be used to lighten discoloured teeth, straighten squint teeth and to close spaces between front teeth.

TEETH STRAIGHTENING
Orthodontic treatment is a way of straightening or moving teeth, to improve the appearance of the teeth and how they work. Braces work by gently pushing teeth into the correct alignment.

TEETH WHITENING & BLEACHING
Teeth whitening is one of the most straightforward ways to give you a whiter and brighter smile. The whitening process can be carried out using a special bleaching gel or by using a special halogen lamp.

TUMMY TUCK
A "tummy tuck" (known as an abdominoplasty) is an operation to remove excess fat and skin from the abdomen. The aim is to produce a tighter, flatter stomach.

VAGINOPLASTY
Vaginoplasty (vagina tightening) is a surgical procedure that aims to improve the tone of the vagina by tightening the vaginal muscles and supporting tissues.

VARICOSE VEIN SURGERY
Varicose veins can be simply treated with an injection to close off the affected vein. This article looks at the best candidates for the procedure and how it is performed.

WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY
Weight-loss surgery changes the anatomy of your digestive system to limit the amount of food you can eat and digest. This article looks at candidate suitability and types of surgery available.

TOP 10 COSMETIC SURGERY PROCEDURES
A list of the ten most popular cosmetic surgery procedures.