How to get rid of a mum tum
Approximately one in four women in the UK will deliver by caesarean section. Whether planned or due to complications during delivery, a C-section is now a normal part of the birthing experience for many women. Although a C-section is a relatively safe and straightforward procedure, it is not without risk and potential health complications both […]
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 […]
Female vs male blepharoplasty explained
Demand for eyelid rejuvenation has surged according to the latest US plastic surgery figures, with blepharoplasty now entering the top five requested cometic surgery ops across the board and in at number three for men. Men and women typically want eyelid surgery for the same reasons; they feel that sagging on the upper lids and […]
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 […]
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation vs Breast Implants: Which is best?
According to the most recent cosmetic surgery figures from the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, breast augmentation once again is the most popular procedure in the UK and was up 67 % from the previous year’s figures. The desire for fuller and more shapely breasts has led many women to explore fat transfer to […]
Open vs Closed Rhinoplasty: Which Is Best?
A closed rhinoplasty is where all incisions are made inside the nostrils, leaving no visible external scarring, however an open rhinoplasty includes these same incisions but also an additional one on the underside of the nose. Rhinoplasty has a long and varied history and is the first recorded cosmetic surgery procedure, with evidence suggesting it […]
Mini Tummy Tuck vs Full Tummy Tuck: What’s the Difference?
Pursuing a trim and toned abdomen is a common goal, but the road to achieving it isn’t one-size-fits-all. For those seeking to address excess abdominal skin and fat, two popular options are the mini tummy tuck and the full tummy tuck. Both procedures aim to enhance the appearance of the midsection, yet they differ significantly […]
Your options for aesthetic reshaping of the breast
Breast augmentation remains the UK’s most requested cosmetic procedure and is designed to enhance the size and shape of the breasts. Your options include breast augmentation with implants, fat transfer to the breast and the hybrid breast augmentation, the latter emerging as an increasingly popular choice. Here, we’ll explore what each procedure entails, including safety, […]
What Breast Implants Look The Most Natural?
Cosmetic surgery trends come and go, and in the early days of breast augmentation, women often wanted larger, attention-grabbing implants. However, Karidis Clinic patients today typically want a more subtle, natural breast enhancement that suits their frame and lifestyle. Here, we will explore what makes breast implants look the most natural, how to achieve a […]
Facelift, Neck Lift or MyEllevate?
The effects of gravity on the face are well documented and manifest as lowering of the eyebrows, hooding of the upper eyelids, bulges under the eyes, flattened cheeks and deepening folds deepening the nose and the mouth. However, it is often the lower face where we see the worst effects of gravity. A common ageing […]