Gender reassignment surgery, also known as gender confirmation surgery, is the medical term for a range of procedures that change the physical characteristics of a person’s body to make them more congruent with their gender identity. As the following article explains, gender reassignment surgery is not an exact science and the final appearance of a person’s new body will depend on a number of factors, such as their age and general health. It is also an expensive procedure and a political 'hot potato' over who should foot the bill. Gender reassignment surgery or sex reassignment surgery is an umbrella term...

One of the inevitabilities in life is growing old — a truth society tends to shy away from. Whether it's injections, surgery, or slathering on expensive creams, people will do anything to slow down the natural process of ageing.  So, is there a place for wrinkle reducer products in this busy marketplace? Many health and wellness companies boast about products that reverse symptoms of ageing. Scientists and health nuts alike have been searching for their own "fountain of youth" for years. But often, products are too expensive or can cause a whole host of harmful side effects. Skinception, on the...

You’ve just had your baby, you’re exhausted but thrilled with the new addition to your family. It’s three weeks later and despite visiting the gym a few times already you can still feel yourself putting on weight and you look a bit worse for wear. What can you do to get back into shape? I am not promising miracles, but cosmetic surgery such as 'mommy makeovers'  can improve your self-confidence and therefore improve your life. What You Need To Know About Mommy Makeovers "Mommy makeover" is a general phrase that refers to a specialized combination of body contouring procedures, performed together to improve the physical...

During the last 5 years, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment has expanded from its role in healing injuries and knee osteoarthritis in adults into a major trend in cosmetic and plastic surgery.  So what is PRP and should it be a treatment for you to consider in 2021? This treatment which involves injecting a small amount of the patient's own blood to release various growth factors from the platelets has moved on from its celebrity fanbase to a wider demographic. Apart from toning up tired skin, PRP is also frequently used in hair transplant procedures. So Are You a Good...

  As much as we want to deny it, we are all getting older. There are many paths you can follow to reverse the signs of ageing. You can find face creams and serums that work for you, or you can consult a doctor for a procedure like a facelift.  Cosmetic surgeons recommend thoroughly examining all of your options to find the right level for you, whether that is a topical remedy or a full surgical procedure. Microneedling is a procedure that is rising in popularity that lies right in the middle of the spectrum. Microneedling has existed since around...

  How Long Should I Wait To Have Sex Again? Sex is a healthy part of most people's lives, and wondering when you can resume having sex after plastic surgery is natural.    Nowadays, many women are opting for cosmetic surgery that enhances their sex lives, such as labiaplasty and vaginal rejuvenation (designer vaginas).  Even so, asking your cosmetic surgeon  “when can I have sex again?” makes some patients feel rather shy. We want to assure you that your surgeon won't blush at the question and will be happy to discuss the topic with you because they know just how important it is to be aware of...

  The road to transgender has been much in the news recently as the UK legal system made a key ruling last week.  Gender reassignment surgery has been booming both in the UK and worldwide as the LGBT community push for the right to change one's sexual identity to be seen as a basic human right. We consider gender-confirming surgery to be an important topic for discussion since it touches at the very basis of human identity.  It is a miracle that we now possess the surgical skills to perform such major transformations in the human body.  it is also...

Breast Augmentation Surgery - a Billion Dollar Business  With 1.4 million breast augmentation surgery procedures carried out worldwide and more than 300.000 in the US, it is important to consider how to make the woman's surgical treatment smooth and complication-free.   it is all too simple to pooh-pooh breast enhancement surgery as a 'boob job' - something that you fit in between social media selfies.   Breast enhancement is a 'real' operation and there are serious factors to consider, including pre-operation and post-operation care routines. What Happens in Breast Augmentation? In most circumstances, breast enhancement involves the positioning of a silicone implant...

Dysmorphia and Cosmetic Surgery.  The majority of people who go on a cosmetic surgery journey do so for quite understandable reasons.  They have unsightly bags under their eyes, they have droopy flesh postpartum, they have a crooked nose or maybe an area of fat that dieting cannot resolve.  All logical reasons to browse the pages of our site or other resources to find a surgeon to solve their problem. But what about the patients for who there is no real solution?  The patient who will always see a distorted reflection in their mirror?   Patients who suffer from body dysmorphia.   Typically...

I was reading an interesting discussion column the other day on a Florida news site and because it is topical I will mention it to you.  the topic was breast implant removal surgery( explants) and it concerned a woman who sent a query on this topic to the 'Dear Dr Kally' page.    Her question was the following: 'I have had breast implants for seven years and recently I have been noticing fatigue and stiffness in my joints. I have been reading about Breast Implant Illness on the internet and wondering if that is the cause of my symptoms. Do...