This Department of Health website provides unbiased information for patients considering surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures.A comprehensive A-to-Z list of cosmetic procedures is provided, including abdominoplasty, breast augmentation and reduction, liposuction, face-lifts, Botox and dermal fillers.Procedures are listed under both technical and the more commonly used names (e.g.'nose job' for rhinoplasty), along with details of the aims of surgery, details of the procedure itself, postoperative care, and results.There is also a checklist of essential questions the patient should ask in order to make an informed decision when considering these procedures.Although there are no photographs or illustrations for patients who want to see the scars or postoperative results, there are useful links to other websites on cosmetic surgery.There is also guidance for patients unhappy with their treatment with regulatory contact details of various regulatory bodies including the Health Care Commission, General Medical Council and Advertising Standards Authority.
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