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Face Lift

A face lift or rhytidectomy can reduce the appearance of loose skin and wrinkles around the cheeks and neck, by tightening the muscles and removing excess skin and fat, restoring a more youthful look.

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Demystifying Dermal Fillers: Separating Fact From Fiction
26 Jan 2026

Demystifying Dermal Fillers: Separating Fact From Fiction

From safety myths to unrealistic expectations, this blog breaks down the facts, clears up common misconceptions, and explains what patients really need to know before treatment.

What Are Thread Lifts?
28 May 2025

What Are Thread Lifts?

Curious about thread lifts and how they work? Discover the benefits, procedure, and what to expect from this popular non-surgical facelift treatment.

Did Anne Hathaway Have a Facelift?
29 Apr 2025

Did Anne Hathaway Have a Facelift?

With her radiant skin and sculpted features sparking buzz online, we asked a surgeon and cosmetic doctor to weigh in on whether Anne Hathaway’s glow is all natural—or the result of a quiet cosmetic tweak.

How Does Non Surgical Face Lift Work?
9 Apr 2025

How Does Non Surgical Face Lift Work?

When it comes to rejuvenating your appearance, it’s only natural to have questions. So let's ask an expert Doctor...

Botox 101: Answers to the Most Common Questions
11 Mar 2025

Botox 101: Answers to the Most Common Questions

How does Botox work? What areas can be treated with Botox? How long does Botox last? Here is everything you need to know about Botox in one handy guide, written and verified by trusted experts. 

The Non-surgical Facelift: What Are the Benefits?
19 Sep 2024

The Non-surgical Facelift: What Are the Benefits?

For anyone wanting to achieve younger and healthier-looking skin, without going under the knife, a non-surgical facelift could be the perfect solution.

The Ultimate Guide to Non-Surgical Facelifts
13 May 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Non-Surgical Facelifts

Feeling the best version of ourselves doesn’t always mean going under the knife. Here’s everything you need to know about non-surgical facelifts...

Ageing Gracefully: Morpheus8 Radio Frequency Skin Tightening
7 Mar 2024

Ageing Gracefully: Morpheus8 Radio Frequency Skin Tightening

If your skin is ageing faster than your mind, we hear you, and so does the Morpheus8 treatment...

Can Jowls Be Fixed Without Surgery?
19 Feb 2024

Can Jowls Be Fixed Without Surgery?

Considering jowl correction? Discover alternatives to costly facelifts and invasive surgeries.

2024 Beauty, Health & Wellness Trend Predictions
14 Dec 2023

2024 Beauty, Health & Wellness Trend Predictions

Dermatology, hair loss, dentistry and plastic surgery: We find out from medical experts what’s hot and what’s not for 2024...

Caution raised Over Immune System Impact of Cosmetic Filler
3 Nov 2023

Caution raised Over Immune System Impact of Cosmetic Filler

Dermal fillers have gained popularity, partly influenced by reality TV shows and social media; However medical experts caution they can cause an immune reaction...

5 Things a Surgeon Wants You to Know About Face Lifts
1 Nov 2023

5 Things a Surgeon Wants You to Know About Face Lifts

We have seen a huge increase in facelifts this past year, but as this is a major surgery, surgeons warn patients of the things to consider...

TikTok and the Trend of Young Women Seeking Face Lifts
2 May 2023

TikTok and the Trend of Young Women Seeking Face Lifts

Shocking trend alert? Is Tiktok’s secret obsession with youthful perfection why young women are opting for face lifts?

Can You Turn Back The Clock With a Non-Surgical Face Lift?
30 Jan 2023

Can You Turn Back The Clock With a Non-Surgical Face Lift?

Do you want to turn back the clock and reduce wrinkles? Then maybe a non-surgical facelift is the answer, let's check it out...

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment Abroad
27 Sep 2022

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment Abroad

Sun, sea, sand and surgery... Should I abroad for cosmetic surgery or treatment? It’s easy to be tempted by the idea but sadly, it’s not always as easy.

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Questions to Ask
12 Sep 2022

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Questions to Ask

If you're seeking out a clinic for any kind of cosmetic treatment. You need to ask your practitioner these important questions...

Preparing for Cosmetic Surgery, the Do’s and Don’Ts
5 Sep 2022

Preparing for Cosmetic Surgery, the Do’s and Don’Ts

Once you are going ahead with cosmetic surgery you should prepare yourself to get the best result from the procedure and to avoid any possible complications.

Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Treatment?
27 Jul 2022

Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Treatment?

Let Consulting Room safely guide you through the process of gathering information about surgical and non-surgical cosmetic treatments and products.

Why Is Combination Surgery Is on the Rise?
17 Feb 2021

Why Is Combination Surgery Is on the Rise?

Plastic surgeons around the globe have seen a sharp increase in cosmetic surgery enquiries this year for multiple procedures.

Cosmetic Surgery Banned for Under 18s on Social Media
1 Oct 2019

Cosmetic Surgery Banned for Under 18s on Social Media

From 2019 Instagram and Facebook rules prevent under-18s from seeing posts about cosmetic surgery and a whopping 74% of Brits agree. Do you?

Cosmetic Adverts and Love Island Reality TV, a Toxic Mix?
9 Aug 2018

Cosmetic Adverts and Love Island Reality TV, a Toxic Mix?

Recently we have seen a backlash in the media against the TV show Love Island for its portrayal of modern beauty ideals which increases body image pressures.

Do Patients and Surgeons Agree on the Best Surgery Results?
8 Aug 2016

Do Patients and Surgeons Agree on the Best Surgery Results?

Expensive prices certainly don’t guarantee experience and expertise at present, so these are details patients must check out before choosing a surgeon.

How to Better Understand the Cost of Cosmetic Surgery
18 Feb 2016

How to Better Understand the Cost of Cosmetic Surgery

We all like a good deal, to feel that we are getting value for money so how do you better understand the cost of cosmetic surgery treatments?

Examples of Poor Medical Care and Medical Negligence Claims
12 Mar 2015

Examples of Poor Medical Care and Medical Negligence Claims

Medical negligence claims have risen. There are many different reasons for making a claim - some cases are more surprising, even shocking, than others.

Celeb Cosmetic Surgery - Who Has Had What Done?
2 Apr 2014

Celeb Cosmetic Surgery - Who Has Had What Done?

Celebs: Flawed, natural human beings or surgery obsessed narcissists? We discuss, you decide...

Is Cosmetic Surgery Counselling a Must?
16 May 2013

Is Cosmetic Surgery Counselling a Must?

Psychologists are asking if mandatory psychological screening for people before cosmetic surgery is needed?

The Risks of Cosmetic Surgery Abroad
17 Oct 2012

The Risks of Cosmetic Surgery Abroad

The risks and dangers of travelling abroad for cosmetic surgery - What you need to know.

Cosmetic Surgery Consent
23 Jul 2012

Cosmetic Surgery Consent

Here is everything you need to consider when you are going to get cosmetic surgery...

What You Eat Before and After Cosmetic Surgery
16 Apr 2012

What You Eat Before and After Cosmetic Surgery

Patients need to be especially vigilant about what they eat before and after surgery. Surgery places numerous stresses on the body. Good nutrition is essential for expediting wound healing, reducing risk of infection and scarring, and optimising desired results.

Cosmetic Surgery - The Role of the Surgeon as Counsellor
9 Mar 2012

Cosmetic Surgery - The Role of the Surgeon as Counsellor

The role of any great surgeon is far more than just a medic or even artiste; the best Consultant Surgeons are great Counsellors too.

The Best Value Cosmetic Surgery Deals on Groupon?
2 Mar 2012

The Best Value Cosmetic Surgery Deals on Groupon?

Like many in the industry, I tend to keep an eye on deal website Groupon with a mixture of fascination and suspicion.

Facelifts; Non-surgical and Surgical Skin Smoothing Options
16 Dec 2011

Facelifts; Non-surgical and Surgical Skin Smoothing Options

Cosmetic surgery alterations are growing at a rapid pace, trending alongside incredible advances in technology and new medical breakthroughs.

Sandcastles, Sightseeing and Medical Tourism
20 Oct 2011

Sandcastles, Sightseeing and Medical Tourism

For some people, a holiday is about more than sandcastles and sightseeing - it's about cheap cosmetic surgery.

Oap to OMG: The Rise of ‘Silver’ Cosmetic Surgery
28 Sep 2011

Oap to OMG: The Rise of ‘Silver’ Cosmetic Surgery

Silver surgery is a hot topic around the world thanks to one woman: Marie Kolstad. The 83-year-old. it's an operation that's proved pretty controversial.

Vain Rooney - Is Male Cosmetic Surgery Socially Acceptable?
19 Jul 2011

Vain Rooney - Is Male Cosmetic Surgery Socially Acceptable?

Footballer Wayne Rooney made headlines for his hair transplant so lets look behind the clever pun headlines (Vain Rooney *chuckle*) at male cosmetic surgery.

Why Buying Cosmetic Surgery on Credit Cards Is the New Trend
14 Apr 2011

Why Buying Cosmetic Surgery on Credit Cards Is the New Trend

It seems credit cards are coming to the rescue more and more often for cosmetic treatments nowadays.

Celebrity Cosmetic Disasters
20 Aug 2010

Celebrity Cosmetic Disasters

There is no question that most celebrities have had a helping hand in the looks department - From lips to breasts, whether they admit it or not, celebs love cosmetic enhancements!

Wanting to Improve Your Looks Determines Whether You Will
15 Jul 2010

Wanting to Improve Your Looks Determines Whether You Will

We know that aesthetic improvements can be helpful in improving well-being. However, the improvement in appearance bolsters self-esteem and self-confidence.

Everything You Need to Know About the Y-Lift
22 Apr 2010

Everything You Need to Know About the Y-Lift

The cheek's lines can be treated to generate a lifting effect that is instantly rejuvenating attractive and natural in appearance, this is known as The Y Lift.

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