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Inverted Nipple Correction – is sensation the same after surgery?

Aurora is now part of The Private Clinic, a nationwide group of clinics with over 35 years of experience specialising in Cosmetic Surgery and Skin and a Trust Pilot 5 star rating. For comprehensive information, before and after photos and costs on Inverted Nipple procedures click here Inverted Nipple Surgery Question: I watched your video on inverted nipple correction surgery. Since […]

Male VASER Liposuction: are lower & top abs 1 region or 3?

VASER Lipo Question: Dear Aurora Clinics, I am very interested in having VASER liposuction, even though I only have a 34 inch waist. Could you tell me if you class the lower and top abs as one region? If not, how much would it cost to have this treatment on all three stomach areas? VASER […]

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Can stitches come loose after Tummy Tuck surgery?

Tummy Tuck Question: I had tummy tuck surgery two months ago but my stomach has swollen so much, it looks as though I am three months pregnant. The doctor claimed that my fascia muscle has stretched and he will have to repeat tummy tuck surgery to tighten it. I am not happy with this explanation. Have […]

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Do I need a Tummy Tuck or Body Lift for excess skin on my lower back?

Question: Following dramatic weight loss I underwent tummy tuck surgery. The results were excellent but I was left with a problem around my lower back. From research it would appear that I needed a lower body lift (I think this is sometimes called a belt lipectomy). Can surgery be performed to correct this band of […]

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Can you tell me the best technique for Arm Lift surgery?

Question: I have read and perused all of the information you have on your website with regard to arm lift surgery and would like to ask a couple of questions. After researching a number of options, I feel drawn towards the Dr Jean Francois Pascal Technique as it appears to be less invasive and results […]

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Can a Mini Tummy Tuck correct a C-Section skin overhang?

Question: I recently had a consultation with regard to tummy tuck surgery as I have an overhang of skin which is the result of three Caesarean sections and an operation to remove an ovarian cyst. One of my babies was born via a classical C-Section which means that I have a scar that extends from […]

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Can you hide the scarring associated with Arm Lift Surgery?

Question: I am considering arm lift surgery and have three questions. From the photographs that I sent you, could you provide an indication as to the length of the resulting scar and would a mini arm lift be an option for me? I already have a scar on my left arm which is a by-product […]

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Can Breast Reduction and Tummy Tuck surgery be combined?

Question: I am very interested in having a breast reduction and tummy tuck. Would it be possible to have both procedures at the same time? Also, if I meet your criteria for both operations, could you tell me when surgery will take place. Do you have a long waiting list? Answer: Thank you very much […]

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What are the anaesthetic options for a Tummy Tuck procedure?

Question: Dear Aurora Clinics, I am very interested in having a Tummy Tuck. Could you tell me if this procedure can be carried out without full sedation as I would like to be awake during the procedure? Answer: Thank you very much for your enquiry. Unfortunately, we do like people to be asleep for their […]

What is the best treatment for a discoloured/oddly shaped toenail?

Question: Dear Aurora Clinics, I am writing in the hope that you can help me. One of my toenails has become discoloured and is shaped differently to the rest. I have noticed on one of your replies that this is something you can correct? Answer: Thank you very much for your enquiry about your discoloured […]

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Body Lift Surgery with specialist Mr Prashant Govilkar

Question: Hi, I had a gastric band fitted last year. I have now lost 5 stone, and am left with lots of loose skin. At the moment I have terrible body self-image and confidence problems due to all this loose skin, to the point that I preferred myself obese! I currently weigh about 12 stone. […]

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Question regarding tightening of tummy muscles

Question: I had a full tummy tuck and repair of my rectus muscles as my tummy bulged after 3 children. However, my tummy still bulged after the op. The sonographer who scanned me said that my muscle wall falls forward when I stand up although my rectus muscles are tight together and very well developed. […]

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Question about removing large amounts of fat in one area

Question: I weigh 117 kilos, my height is 170cms. I have a problem: I have 10-12 kilos of fat in one area. Can I take this away in one single surgery? After this area is removed, if I have other areas of fat can I also remove these, because I’ve heard that surgery will take all the vitamins and water from […]

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Question regarding hypertrophic scarring from Mole Removal

Question: I recently had a mole removed from the front bicep of my arm and I believe it has healed into a hypertrophic scar. My GP did it for me and used stiches that were left in for about a week and a half. In your opinion was that too soon to remove the stitches? […]