Nonsurgical Procedure Questions & Answers

Welcome to the Mills & Mills “Ask Debbie” Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine questions & answers resource.

Debbie Mills will be happy to answer your questions about Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine.

Take a moment to read the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below, as they cover some of the most popular subjects that clients want to discuss (for example, breast augmentation, botox risks, liposuction, etc.), or Ask Debbie.

Or listen to David & Debbie Mills answers some of your questions.

In addition, take a moment to read our FREE Guide to Cosmetic Surgery Abroad.

For clinical advice, it is important that you contact us to arrange a FREE consultation with a surgeon in the UK, as only a surgeon is qualified to discuss your medical suitability for a procedure.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

1. I have heard that if you have liposuction, the fat can come back, is this true?
MB, Manchester

Liposuction is usually recommended for people with stubborn areas of fat that does not respond to diet and exercise. You will certainly put weight on and get fatter if you ignore your diet and don’t exercise after the procedure. However, subsequent fat tends to be distributed more evenly.

2. I am thinking about having a facelift, but I am worried about the scars.
TM, London

The scars depend on the type of facelift performed. Normally they are well hidden within the natural folds of the skin. The incisions are usually around the ear, and into the hairline. Your surgeon will advise you on the extent and type of surgery that’s best for you. Also, you must remember that everyone heals differently; in most cases the scars will fade to a fine white line over time.

3. I have read an article on breast enlargement that talks about “hardening” I am a bit concerned about this. Can you advise?
RG, London

This is a postoperative complication known as “Encapsulation” (hardening of the breast). Over the years the incidence of hardening has reduced due to the quality of breast implants made today. You will know if you have hardening as your breasts will become tight and feel uncomfortable. This happens when scar tissue attaches itself around the implant. If this happens, another procedure may be required to correct the problem. Thank fully this occurs only in a small number of patients.

4. I would like to have my lips made fuller, but not huge. Some celebrities look ridiculous to me and seem to have gone too far. How do I know this wont happen to me?
AN, Marbella

It is very important that you discuss your requirements fully with your practitioner first. There are a number of different products now available to augment the lips. I suggest that you begin with a slight enhancement to begin with, and if you like the look you can always have more injected the next time.

5. I would like to buy my wife a breast enlargement for her birthday, how do I go about this?
RD, Newcastle

Firstly, I think it would be a good idea if you discussed it with your wife! If she seriously wants to consider a breast enlargement procedure, then she should start by having a consultation with a suitable qualified surgeon to see what can be achieved. Cosmetic surgery should only considered to improve the self-confidence of those having it. Undergoing a procedure to please someone else is usually a big mistake.

6. I have had three babies by Caesarean section. Where the scars are my stomach overhangs. I am not fat though. What can I do?
EM, Leeds

It is difficult to be specific without the benefit of a consultation, however, it is possible that you may benefit from a procedure known as an abdominoplasty, more commonly referred to as Tummy tuck. It may be that you only require a modified abdominoplasty where the lower part of your abdomen is tightened without having to reposition your umbilicus ( belly button ) as is the case with a full abdominoplasty. The scar for a tummy tuck is not dissimilar to a caesarean scar.

Hear David & Debbie Mills Answer Your Questions:
(these files are provided in mp3 format, please click on the question to hear the answer, the file will open automatically or download to your computer)

1. Are there ways of offering financial help?

2. What are the risks involved in having cosmetic surgery?

3. How natural would it look?

4. Is there any scarring after surgery?

5. Tell me more about facelifts...

6. Tell me more about nose jobs...