Why Spring is the season for cosmetic surgery

As the weather warms and the flowers bloom, Spring is often seen as a time for new beginnings. This is why it’s also the season for cosmetic surgery, and there are several reasons why this is the perfect time to plan your procedure. If you’re interested in arranging a consultation this Spring, call 0207 432 […]

Understanding the psychology of a facelift

Physically, a facelift can lift the skin, tighten the jowls and smooth the face. Mentally and emotionally, the reasons men and women may wish to undergo facial rejuvenation surgery, and therefore its impact, are profound and complicated. Ageing has changed in terms of how people perceive themselves. When it comes to the body, you can […]

How to Tighten Sagging Skin on Your Face

Sagging skin is unavoidable as we get older, however much we commit to looking after ourselves both inside and out. The skin on the face can sag in different ways. Fine lines and wrinkles emerge, bags form under the eyes, and folds deepen between the nose and mouth and down to the jaw, jowls and […]

Karidis Clinic in the media

As a leading London plastic surgeon with over 25 years’ experience in performing the full range of cosmetic surgery procedures, Mr Alex Karidis is regularly invited to comment by the press and TV on the latest developments in the field. Recently, he was invited on GB News with Nana Akua to discuss the risks of […]

Join our experts at Karidis Clinic for live demos and exclusive offers

We are excited to welcome you into our clinic space to meet our team of experts on Wednesday 20th September, between 6pm and 8pm. Have all your burning questions answered by our Karidis Clinic panel, including resident surgeons Mr Alex Karidis and Mr Mark Ho-Asjoe. Expect light refreshments, an opportunity to see and hear about […]

Coming of age: increased demand for a refresh among older male patients

Ageism doesn’t just affect women. In fact, a 2019 Hiscox Ageing in the Workplace Study found that “more men than women feel that their advancing age has adversely impacted their careers.” At Karidis Clinic, we’ve seen a growth in older male patients wanting a dynamic refresh as they remain in an increasingly competitive workforce longer […]

Latest UK figures reveal cosmetic surgery boom

The UK’s leading independent plastic surgery organisation, the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS), has recently released its annual audit and 2022 witnessed a noteworthy boom in cosmetic surgery demand. According to the figures, procedures were up 102% overall last year. A post-Covid rise was expected, but demand was significantly higher than it was […]

Plastic Surgery Recovery Tips: How to heal quicker

Cosmetic surgery is one of the biggest life choices you make and concerns about the recovery process can be a critical factor in making that decision. Although the post-surgery timeframe and experience will vary from patient to patient and is often procedure dependent, there are certain steps you can take to boost your recovery. Quit […]

Alcohol After Surgery: How Long Should You Wait

As the festive season approaches, your party calendar may be getting filled up so we thought it was an opportune time to look at alcohol and cosmetic surgery. If you have made the momentous decision to have cosmetic surgery and your operation date is looming, it’s understandable that you may want a stiff drink to […]

Ultherapy: the Millennial facelift?

Latest figures from the US have found a surge in cosmetic surgery demand post-pandemic, driven mainly by younger women wanting to invest in themselves. The survey of members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons found that women between the ages of 31 and 45 were not only savvy about their options for facial rejuvenation […]