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 please see our website here. With Bruce Jenner revealing his new female identity, Caitlyn, in a Vanity Fair photo spread this […]
The number of people having cosmetic surgery in the UK increases every year. But a new study by BAPRAS has revealed that patient awareness isn’t keeping pace with the growth of the industry. Worrying research findings Earlier this year, UK plastic surgery body BAPRAS conducted a large-scale research study to measure UK attitudes and approaches to […]
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 Tummy Tuck procedures click here or for Breast Augmentation procedures click here or for Liposuction procedures click here Our expert Plastic Surgeon Adrian Richards […]
Natalie Portman struck a very slim, and consequently flat-chested, look for the critically acclaimed film Black Swan, released two years ago in 2010. Now however latest promo shots for her upcoming movie reveal a rather fuller outline, in particular a noticeably fuller bust. Could it be that the actress has turned to breast implants as […]
Two Florida plastic surgeons have this week gone public in the saline versus silicone breast implants debate. So which, if either, is better – and what verdict did the surgeons ultimately reach? The fact is, which is what the surgeons also concluded, neither option is necessarily better than the other, but they have different features […]
Katie Price, who is no stranger to plastic surgery, flew to Belgium this summer for her fifth breast enlargement operation and suffered complications as a result. The model and reality TV star knew that because of her previous surgeries this one could be complicated. She was also apparently out partying the night before the operation, […]
Breast Reduction Surgery questions: Hello, I am seriously considering breast reduction surgery. Naturally I have some unanswered questions. If you wouldn’t mind answering these questions I would very much appreciate it: 1) If I ever lost or put weight on would this affect my new breast size? 2) If I were to have another child […]
Sharon Osborne used her US TV talk show as the platform to inform the public that she has undergone a double mastectomy. Her decision follows the discovery that she carries the BRCA-2 breast cancer gene and also because of a faulty implant. She also revealed that she will have no more cosmetic surgery from now on. […]
US doctors are expressing their preference to offer breast reconstruction surgery much sooner to breast cancer patients who are forced to undergo single or double mastectomies as a result of the disease. Currently, the priority is to perform surgery to remove the cancerous cells with the importance of reconstructing the lost breasts as the secondary […]
Michelle Heaton talked to Lorraine Kelly on TV this week about the devastating news that she has been diagnosed with the high cancer risk BRCA-2 gene, with her risk of contracting breast cancer 80% and ovarian cancer at 40%. As a result Heaton has made the brave decision to undergo a double mastectomy in order […]
Although the technology for breast enlargement through fat transfer has been around for some time, it has not reached the levels in popularity that silicone and saline implants have. Some are now considering it as a more natural alternative to breast implants, although Indiana surgeon Dr Gustavo E. Galante has raised some concerns over this […]
We have just added another brand new surgery video to the breast implant removal and replacement page of our website. Click on the image and it will take you to the video. This patient originally received 250cc PIP breast implants in 2008 from another clinic. She came to Aurora Clinics seeking to have them removed […]
She’s one of Disney’s most famous and well-loved characters, but a cosmetic surgery clinic in Caracas, Venezuela seems to think that Princess Ariel from the Little Mermaid would benefit from a little cosmetic improvement. In a controversial poster promoting the Clinica Dempere, a smiling redhead mermaid (bearing a striking resemblance to Princess Ariel) is laying […]
We’ve uploaded another new video testimonial to the website – this time from one of our Breast Reduction patients. In the video you’ll hear from Dorothy, who had her breast reduction with Aurora Clinics 8 weeks ago. She came to us because she was suffering from considerable neck and back pain, and generally found her breasts […]
We’ve already had one cosmetic milestone this year, with the 10-year anniversary of Botox’s approval as a wrinkle treatment. But now another one has come along. The first-ever silicone breast implant procedure was performed 50 years ago this year. Pioneers Dr Frank Gernow and Dr Thomas Cronin in Houston, Texas, developed the very first silicone […]
We’ve just received a lovely written testimonial from a lady who had breast implant removal and replacement with us, and thought it’d be nice to share it here. Here’s what she had to say… With nothing to hide “After months of research I decided to visit Aurora Clinics in Northampton. I booked with Mr […]
We’ve just added a brand new surgical video to the PIP Implants Latest News page on the website. Click here to see it: Removal of Ruptured Left PIP Implant that was Undetected by an MRI Scan. In the video, Mr Adrian Richards removes PIP implants from a patient who received them at another clinic in […]
A mother and four of her daughters from Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, have between them had £50,000 worth of breast enlargement surgery. The Marshall family, which includes mum Chantal and daughters Emma, Ripley, Terri and Tara, have come under fire for speaking on television about their surgery, and about how they like ‘the fake look’. […]
Breast enlargement is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures – but it doesn’t come cheap. And one American woman struggling to find the cash for her surgery has embarked on an unusual fundraising quest. Chrissy Lance, 37, from Ohio, has decided to appeal to the kindness of strangers for the money. And she […]
We have just uploaded our latest video to the website. The video gives you an inside look at the Nagor breast implants factory in Cumbernauld, Scotland. We went up to visit the factory with Sarah, Elaine and Victoria, three Aurora Clinics patients who came to us seeking removal and replacement of their PIP breast implants. In […]
If you read certain magazines, or watch certain TV programmes, you would be forgiven for thinking that all British teenage girls are obsessed with the idea of having bigger breasts. But the reality is quite different. According to official government statistics, a total of 647 British girls aged between 15 to 18 have undergone breast […]
It was already the most popular cosmetic surgery in America, but Breast Enlargement’s popularity has grown even more in recent years. According to data published by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 307,180 breast enlargement procedures were performed in 2011, which represents a significant increase of 4% compared to 2010. New York Plastic Surgeon Dr […]
The Only Way is Essex star Amy Childs has just undergone her second Breast Enlargement – and is absolutely thrilled with the results. She had originally had her breasts enlarged at the age of 18. But in recent years, she had become dissatisfied with them because she considered them to be “saggy”. This time, she […]
A healthy mum from East Lothian who received PIP breast implants in 2006 has died from a rare form of cancer. Forty-year old Susan Grieve lost her battle against lymphoma last month, and her family have spoken of their belief that the PIP implants were to blame. Susan had rupturing in one of her implants, […]
If you’re one of the ladies who have had breast enlargement with us – or you’re currently thinking about having breast enlargement with us – would you give us 30 seconds of your time? We’re always looking to improve the Aurora Clinics website and make sure we’re providing the most useful information, so we thought […]
Breast enlargement is one of our most popular procedures here at Aurora. With that in mind, we’ve decided to create a space where women interested in breast enlargement at Aurora Clinics can chat to each other. So may we present…….our brand new Facebook group! The “Breast enlargement at Aurora Clinics” group is open to women […]
Following on from their interim report in January this year, the NHS expert group’s final report into PIP implants has now been published. The main findings from the report are as follows: PIP implants have a higher rupture rate than other brands – around 2-6 times higher. Silicone gel from ruptured PIP implants poses no […]
A group of campaigners in Scotland have vowed to continue to fight for a public inquiry into the PIP breast implant scandal after their request was refused by Scottish Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon. During a meeting at the Scottish Parliament, the PIP Implants Scotland Group attempted to gain Ms Sturgeon’s support for an immediate “independent, […]
According to a recent study, having very large breasts can take such a toll on a woman’s health that it can reduce her life by five years. It sounds dramatic, and it should be noted that it isn’t the large breasts themselves that shorten life. Rather than directly reducing lifespan, the fact that large breasts […]
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 Though not widely discussed, inverted nipples affect many more people than you might think. […]
Choosing Your Breast Uplift Surgeon Choosing your surgeon is one of the most difficult things to do prior to your breast uplift surgery. Most plastic surgeons do perform the breast uplift procedure but some specialise more in breast surgery and in particular, breast uplift surgery than others. Breast Uplift Surgeon Checklist We would advise you […]
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 on Areola and Nipple procedures click here The Private Clinic has clinics located in Birmingham, Bristol, Buckinghamshire, Glasgow, London Harley Street, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton. What abnormalities of the nipple and areola […]
Will my breasts change if I get pregnant after having breast implants? At Aurora Clinics, we are often asked by patients who are considering breast enlargement surgery whether they should have their surgery before or after having children and whether pregnancy would have any impact on their breast implants. The essential thing to note is: your breasts […]
Are You a Mum Considering Cosmetic Surgery? Many people mistakenly believe that mums don’t or shouldn’t consider cosmetic surgery because of their busy lives with their children. In fact, at Aurora Clinics we have found this not to be the case. We actually treat a lot of mums with children of varying ages. Why Do […]
Have you heard the debate about Nipple Pictures on Social Media? Massive social media platform Facebook has forbidden photos of breastfeeding. The reason for this is that they often show exposed nipples. Many people, especially Mums, are quite upset by this. They argue both that the move suggests breastfeeding is ‘wrong’ and that it implies […]
A frequently asked question at Aurora Clinics recently has been: Are Nagor breast implants as good as Allergan because Allergan have FDA Approval whilst Nagor have a CE Mark instead? With increasing numbers of ladies currently opting for implant replacement (following the recent PIP implants scare) this question is on the minds of many. […]
Be Careful what you Commit to this Valentines Day Breast enlargement surgery with implants is the most popular cosmetic surgery treatment worldwide all year round. Around Valentines Day though, bookings for this treatment typically peak even more as thoughts turn to looking good in lacey lingerie and a special surprise for our partners. This year, […]
Meet Some of our Aurora Clinics’ Expert Surgeons If you have been researching Aurora Clinics UK for your cosmetic surgery procedure, chances are that you found lots of videos and articles by Mr Adrian Richards. Adrian Richards (Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon) Mr. Richards is Aurora’s Clinical Director and a fantastic surgeon – he was voted […]
The annual BAAPS (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) cosmetic surgery statistics got a little lost this year amidst the PIP Implants media frenzy. Nonetheless, they make for interesting reading so we thought you might like a summary of the findings and how they relate to us here at Aurora Clinics. UK Cosmetic Surgery Last […]
Look what others are saying about PIP Implant Removal & Replacement at Aurora Clinics! You’ve seen our many PIP implants videos; you’ve read our PIP blogs; maybe you’ve already even been for your PIP Implants initial consultation? But if you are considering implant removal and replacement (especially of such highly controversial and anxiety-causing implants as […]
Aurora Clinics & PIP Implants Making another television appearance regarding the current PIP implants controversy, renowned surgeon Mr Adrian Richards of Aurora Clinics appeared on last night’s ITV feature documentary - The Silicone Scandal. The show, presented by reporter Chris Choi, highlighted the fear and confusion caused to women worldwide by recent revelations that PIP […]
Many women are currently having their breast implants removed or replaced. Some women simply need breast reduction surgery because they are unhappy with the appearance of their large breasts in clothing or feel the weight of them is uncomfortable. Either way, if you now wish to significantly reduce the size of your bust, a consideration […]
Appearing in an interview for ITV International news yesterday (Wednesday 4th January 2012) Surgical Director of Aurora Clinics, Mr Adrian Richards, warned that the reported PIP implant rupture rate may only be the tip of a less apparent iceberg. Obvious breast implant ruptures (also called symptomatic rupture) produce symptoms you couldnt miss: changes to the […]
If you woke yesterday to the breaking news that the PIP implants controversy had taken yet another turn, you would be forgiven for feeling somewhat confused. The debate over PIP (Poly Implant Prothese) Implant safety is not new. The Aurora Clinics Blog reported back in April on the issues surrounding PIP implant safety . In November, surgical Director […]
Here at Aurora Clinics, we frequently get asked by patients what they should wear or bring to their breast enlargement sizing consultation, so we thought we would compile this quick checklist to help! Why do I need a sizing consultation? The Breast Enlargement Sizing consultation is a really important part of your decision to have […]
Guest blog by Amin Elmubarak for Aurora Clinics PIP Implants: The Background According to a popular consumer watch website, on March 30, 2010, France’s health regulators issued a recall of all pre-filled silicone breast implants manufactured by Poly Implant Prothese (PIP), a company based in southern France. The breast implant recall is said to affect […]
As October draws to a close, Aurora Clinics cannot forget to mention that this month has been devoted to Breast Cancer Awareness. For a cosmetic surgery centre with many expert surgeons specialising in breast surgery procedures, this is a topic very close to our hearts. In the field of cosmetic surgery, breast cancer has an impact […]
Adult male breasts can be embarrassing. But they can also be your body’s warning sign that you need to listen to underlying problems . Alongside heart disease, cancer, dementia and diabetes, digestive disease has been listed as one of the 5 main killers of UK adults today. With a whopping 7,503 wiped out each year by […]
Breast Enlargement Surgery – How to Measure Your Cup Size At Aurora Clinics, we’re often asked in our breast enlargement clinic how to measure your cup size. Studies have shown that over 80% of UK women are wearing bras which are the incorrect cup size for them! Interestingly, the most common UK cup size […]
Guest Blog by By Lisa Moore of Plastic Surgery Guide Are Breast Implants Safe for Patients who have had Breast Cancer? In the aftermath of cancer treatments like mastectomies, many women opt to have reconstructive surgery. The most popular type of reconstructive surgery involves breast implants. Before opting for such a procedure, however, most patients […]
How can you tell when it’s time to replace your breast surgery implants? Increasingly, patients want to know whether they should have their implants exchanged, what are the pros, what are the cons. Here is a Top Tips guide by Aurora Clinics’ expert surgeons to put your mind at rest… If your breasts feel OK and […]
What is the best age to consider breast uplift surgery? Women consider breast uplift surgery at various ages of their lives for the following general reasons: Under the age of 25: Women under the age of 25 do have breast uplift procedures and this is normally prior to having children. This is normally due to […]
Cosmetic Surgery: Worries about being in hospital Most people have some worries and concerns about having any kind of operation and being in hospital. People going into hospital for surgery for breast enlargement often come up with the following questions: 1. How many people stay overnight in hospital following surgery? Whenever possible, after you have […]
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 Did you know that not all Surgeons use the same techniques for Inverted Nipple Correction? […]
Our specialist surgeons often get asked by patients about Breast Enlargement surgery and how breast implants might affect examination for breast cancer. In fact, if you have had breast enlargement surgery there is no need to be concerned about this. Can I examine my breasts for lumps after Breast Implant Surgery? Yes, it is possible […]
Breast Enlargement Surgery at Aurora Clinics: Are the Results Obvious? Generally, Aurora Clinics’ aim to produce a very natural-looking bust which nobody could guess is the product of breast enlargement surgery. Our aim is to match your bust to your shoulders and hips to create a natural, feminine figure without making you look top-heavy or […]
When deciding to have breast enlargement surgery one of the major issues that crops up is whether to opt for saline or silicone breast implants for your breast augmentation. As with many decisions there are pros and cons to be weighed up before you can make an informed choice. What are the pros and cons […]
Big Brands Use Bullying Tactics For Breast Enlargement Surgery I had been looking into having Breast Enlargement Surgery for quite a while and had initially gone to see the ‘large high street companies’ which advertise on TV, the underground and social networking sites. I found it strange that I didn’t meet with a surgeon or […]
Bilateral Breast Enlargement Surgery Myths There are many myths regarding breast enlargement surgery. These include the fact that: Breast implants can mysteriously blow up whilst flying at altitude. Silicone implants can deflate whilst scuba diving. Seatbelts should not be worn with breast implants. Breast examinations are impossible after breast enlargement surgery. Aurora Clinics decided that […]
Reading through the March newsletter, I noticed you were looking for people to report back on their experiences of surgery with Aurora. Here’s my story… I met Mr Richards just before Christmas to discuss the possibility of breast enlargement surgery – something I’d been considering for years, but had been too scared to pursue. Mr […]
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 Procedure Patient Review I am so happy since having my inverted nipple procedure […]
1 Week Post-Bilateral Breast Reduction Surgery I’m doing great and amazingly I’m not in any pain! We are travelling down tomorrow for my appointment at Aurora Clinics in Northampton (The Three Shires) to sort out my stitches. I can see a bit of bruising on the sides under my armpit but it doesn’t hurt. I spoke […]
Already had a Breast Enlargement? Or perhaps you’ve been researching getting one? Either way, you’ve probably heard the recent scandal about PIP exploding implants. But how seriously did you take it? PIP (Poly Implant Prothese) Implants are simply the name of a brand. They are French and, for the past 20 years, have been very […]
I have been considering Blepharoplasty (eyelid) and Breast Reduction operations for some time. My eyes were beginning to look tired and it was difficult to apply eye make-up, my breasts felt heavy and I was suffering from back, shoulder and neck ache trying to keep my breasts supported. I would travel anywhere to choose the right […]
I checked into Auroa Clinics in Northampton (The Three Shires) at 7.30 am feeling excited and apprehensive with my bloke (who is hospital phobic) at my side looking as anxious as me!! We got shown to my room and almost straight away a nurse came in to admit me, ask a few questions and tick a few […]
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 If you saw ‘The Joy of Teen Sex’ on Channel 4, Weds 26th Jan, you […]
Some clear trends in Cosmetic Surgery were apparent when The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) released the UK’s 2010 statistics this week. Despite the recession, there are more cosmetic surgery procedures being carried out in the UK than ever: a 5% increase on the previous year. But whilst some procedures are clearly on […]
The terms Plastic Surgery and Cosmetic Surgery are often used interchangeably or cause confusion: many people in the UK think that Plastic Surgery is just the American term, when in fact it is a completely different field. When looking into procedures to change the way you look, it is important to get the basic terminology […]
Do you think nip/tuck is only for women? Think again because there are many options available for men and becoming increasingly popular in the UK. Here are some statistics to start with: The top cosmetic surgery procedures for men in 2007 include liposuction, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, male breast reduction, and facelift. The top non-surgical procedures for […]
Mr. Richards (Aurora Clinics) performs a Capsulectomy If you’re unlucky enough to develop breast capsules after breast enlargement there are a number of treatments available for you. The first and most simple is gentle massage of the breasts. In early capsulisation there is some evidence that gently massaging the tissue on the breasts to the 12 […]
The video and photos below show an interesting case of a lady we operated on earlier today. This patient had Breast Enlargement surgery six years ago with what looks like thin-walled cohesive gel implants. You can see the implant on the right was ruptured while the implant on the left was intact. We managed to […]
Today in clinic we saw a very interesting patient who had a Breast Augmentation five years ago. From examination, her implants were lying in a very high position under the muscle. We could tell the implants were under the muscle by asking her to place her hands on her hips and press inwards. This causes the […]