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 […]

Five Celebrities With Gynecomastia

Gynecomastia, a condition characterised by the enlargement of male breast tissue, is more common than one might think. It’s estimated that up to 65% of men will be affected by it at some point in their lives, and this includes male celebrities who you may think embody fitness and health. Many men suffering from gynecomastia […]

Chest Fat vs Gynecomastia: How To Tell The Difference?

Social media’s pervasiveness isn’t just impacting women and their body image – a recent study found that two-thirds of men felt that social media affected their body confidence, and one in five felt pressured to look a certain way. As well as six-pack abs, a chiselled chest is seen as essential for achieving the perfect […]

What is an Apron Belly & How Can You Get Rid of It?

An apron belly, also known as a ‘mother’s apron’ or pannus stomach, is a common and often distressing concern after significant weight loss, as loose abdominal skin and excess fatty tissue hang over the abdomen. It is also often a concern for women after childbirth, hence the name. What is an apron belly? When you’ve […]

Liposuction vs Tummy Tuck: Which one is right for you?

The stomach is a common body concern for both men and women, particularly as we age and our metabolism becomes slower and less efficient. Age also often brings considerable lifestyle changes and greater stress. Our body reacts to stress by releasing the hormone cortisol, and elevated cortisol levels increase belly fat. What are the differences […]

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 […]

3 steps to a toned tummy

As temperatures rise and holidays loom, it’s no wonder our insecurities are mounting with the knowledge that we will soon have to don a bikini or board shorts. Although we firmly believe the concept of a summer body is subjective and no one should feel pressured to look a certain way, the tummy is a […]

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 […]