How to tighten loose skin after weight loss

How to get rid of loose skin after losing weight is a common question we get asked at Karidis Clinic, as it can be incredibly frustrating to hit your goal weight and be left with sagging skin that mars your new-found contours. Often patients want to know if it’s possible to do this without surgery, […]

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 […]

Mr Alex Karidis celebrates 25 years

CoolSculpting is no longer offered at Karidis Clinic. Call us on 0207 432 8727 or email us at enquiries@karidis.co.uk to find out what exciting new body reshaping treatments we offer.   As we reach a milestone moment at Karidis Clinic – Mr Alex Karidis established his plastic surgery practice at the Hospital of St John […]

We are hiring! Surgical Nurse position opens at Karidis Clinic

We are looking for a very special person to join the team at Karidis Clinic. We are currently recruiting for a full-time Surgical Nurse to support leading London surgeon Mr Alex Karidis in delivering first-class care to his surgical patients, both before and after their operation. The degree of quality, safety and care that our […]

Smoking before cosmetic surgery: Things to be aware of

A facelift, tummy tuck, breast reduction or any cosmetic surgery procedure is a significant investment of time and money, so it makes sense to protect that investment. Every patient at the Karidis Clinic is advised to stop smoking before their operation and afterwards. If you are wondering, why can’t you smoke before surgery, here are […]

International Nurses Day: spotlight on our squad

Every year on 12 May, the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth, International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world. Karidis Clinic is super-powered by nurses, and we take this moment to honour their hard work and dedication. This year’s International Nurses Day, the focus is on showcasing their incredible work and the difference they make […]

Lift off: your skin tightening options

The latest cosmetic surgery stats from the US are in and it seems the Zoom Boom was a thing as there was a 40 per cent increase in facial plastic surgery in 2021. New data from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) shows that facelift demand was significantly up on the […]