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# Staiano Plastic Surgery

Where the aftercare is as important as the surgery.

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- [Gyno Correction Without Scars](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/gyno-correction-without-scars/) - Gyno correction is a common treatment here at The STAIANO Clinic and because all of our surgeons are fully trained plastic surgeons, we have developed techniques that can produce results with minimal or no visible scarring. Gynaecomastia is a common problem amongst young males and it can affect self-confidence and may also be uncomfortable. If
- [Surgical Tattoo Removal Near Me: Expert Guide](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/surgical-tattoo-removal-near-me-expert-guide/) - Discover effective surgical tattoo removal, a reliable method for those searching "tattoo removal near me." Consult a certified plastic surgeon today!
- [Does the Niplette suction corrector work for inverted nipples?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/does-the-niplette-suction-corrector-work/) - Are you thinking of using the Niplette suction corrector? Plastic Surgeon, JJ Staiano, talks about his experience of treating patients with inverted nipples.
- [Why we get so many 5 star reviews](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/5star/) - We often see patients who are at the clinic who have a mole or a cyst or a lipoma, which they have never really liked the look of. It may be in a prominent position such as the forehead or the cheek and they have finally decided that it is time to be rid
- [Lipoma Excision](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/lipoma-removal/) - Lipoma excision is one of the procedures we specialise in at The STAIANO Clinic and we can remove any size lipoma in any location. Get in touch for a quote.
- [Do I Need A Scan For My Lipoma?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/lipoma-scan/) - If you have a lipoma you may be wondering whether you need a scan. Find out why you may need a lipoma scan and what is involved with this.
- [What to expect from your Consultation](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/what-to-expect-from-your-consultation/) - When you arrive at the Staiano Clinic we aim to give you a warm and relaxed welcome so that you can feel at ease during a time that we appreciate can be quite daunting as well as exciting. Our address is 50 Frederick Road, Edgbaston, B15 1HN and we are situated close to the Five
- [I Think Rishi Was Right](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/i-think-rishi-was-right/) - I watched the debate between Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak the other night. They were asked if they would have private medical treatment. Rishi Sunak said that he would, but Keir Starmer said that he wouldn't because his family were ingrained in the NHS and he was very committed to it. Like many of the
- [Different Types Of Skin Cancer](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/skin-cancer/) - We can offer a rapid access service for removal of your skin cancer and aim to give you an appointment to see the surgeon and have your procedure within 7 days
- [Removing a Beauty Spot](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/beauty-spot/) - We offer a rapid access 'See & Treat' service to remove your beauty spot on the day and a cast iron guarantee that you will be happy with the result.
- [Skin Moles To Worry About](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/when-should-you-worry-about-a-mole/) - If you want to know which are the skin moles to worry about, then look no further. Moles are usually circular, brown harmless patches of skin which generally tend to form on the back, legs, arms and face, at birth or before the age of 30. Sometimes moles are not innocuous or harmless and some
- [Do I Need To Send My Mole For Histology?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/mole-histology/) - A question I get asked a lot is: What is histology? Histology is when we analyse parts of the body by putting them under the microscope. It is performed by a specialist type of doctor called a histopathologist and is often done in a laboratory which may not be located in the hospital. Samples are
- [Same Day Mole Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/same-day-mole-removal/) - In this video Jonathan discusses mole removal here at the Staiano Clinic and the option to have a see and treat service for this procedure. This means your consultation is the same day as your procedure. https://youtu.be/1xBXt2wRe0U If you would like any more information on our see and treat service you can call us on
- [Why Choose a Plastic Surgeon for your Mole Excision?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/choose-plastic-surgeon-mole-excision/) - The STAIANO Clinic are able to offer a 'See and Treat' service which not many clinics are able to. We have our own state of the art operating suite on site.
- [Three reasons to have your mole removed (and three reasons not to)](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/mole-threereasons/) - There are two sides to every coin and when patients ask us, should I have this mole removed, we will often come back with - "It Depends".
- [Laser excision of a mole versus surgical excision](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/mole-laser-excision/) - It is not uncommon for people to enquire about laser excision of a mole here at the Staiano Clinic as I think that sometimes people feel that it is somehow better than surgical excision. Anything with the term laser in it is deemed to be futuristic and therefore better than the old-fashioned ways, and indeed
- [Cost of Mole Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/cost-of-mole-removal/) - It is a very common question for us to get from prospective patients 'what is the cost of mole removal?'. I think if I was having a mole removed this is a question that I would ask and this is often the only question paying patients ask. I think this is because it is hard
- [Removing a mole without leaving a scar](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/mole-no-scar/) - Removing a mole without leaving a scar is possible using plastic surgery techniques where we plan our incision and use careful tissue handling for best results.
- [Mole Removal The STAIANO Way - One Visit Instead Of Three](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/mole-removal-the-staiano-way/) - We offer a rapid access 'See & Treat' service for minor procedures which means you can have your procedure on the same day as your consultation.
- [Effective Methods for Safe Mole Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/effective-methods-for-safe-mole-removal/) - Learn about safe and effective mole removal techniques. Explore professional methods, costs, and post-care advice to achieve peace of mind with minimal scars.
- [Find Top Mole Check Clinics Near Me](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/find-top-mole-check-clinics-near-me/) - Find top mole check clinics near me for skin health evaluations. Discover how to choose the best plastic surgery / dermatology services for mole inspections!
- [Breast Reduction With a Natural, Balanced Result: What Today’s Patients Are Choosing.](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/breast-reduction-with-a-natural-balanced-result-what-todays-patients-are-choosing/) - “Natural” is the new norm in aesthetic surgery. Patients are moving away from exaggerated shapes and toward proportion, comfort, and long-term wellbeing.
- [The benefits of Botox](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/the-benefits-of-botox/) - Botox has increased in popularity in recent years and has become a safe and convenient way to reverse some of the effects of ageing. Botox relaxes the muscles in the face where frown lines can occur and it is most commonly used in the area between the eyes “ known as the glabellar. Botox is
- [Understanding Sebaceous Cysts: Causes and Treatments](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/understanding-sebaceous-cysts/) - Sebaceous cysts are very common and can be the cause of great concern. In my blog, I explain what they are, what causes them and how they can be treated.
- [The 'Jolie Effect' You can still be beautiful and feminine after mastectomy](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/the-jolie-effect-you-can-still-be-beautiful-and-feminine-after-mastectomy/) - The 'Jolie Effect' - You can still be beautiful and feminine after mastectomy. Breast Reconstruction can give Natural and Long-Lasting Results.
- [Winner of the Body Contouring Practitioner of the Year 2016 Award](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/winner-body-contouring-practitioner-year-2016-award/) - Jonathan Staiano FRCS(Plast) Awarded Body Contouring Practitioner of the Year 2016.
- [The 2nd Biggest Fear That Breast Enlargement Patients Have - Wide Cleavage](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/wide_cleavage/) - Probably the second biggest fear that patients having breast enlargement have is that they will be left with a wide cleavage.
- [Understanding Blepharoplasty: A Comprehensive Guide to Eyelid Surgery](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/understanding-blepharoplasty/) - Blepharoplasty involves removing excess skin from around the eyelids and is one of the most effective ways to rejuvenate your face and look less tired.
- [Understanding Areola Reduction: Benefits and Procedure](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/understanding-areola-reduction-benefits-and-procedure/) - The benefits of areola reduction. Achieve balanced breast aesthetics with this safe quick recovery surgery. Consult a skilled surgeon for personalised guidance.
- [The Trident Approach To Choosing The Right Breast Implant](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/the-trident-approach-to-choosing-the-right-breast-implant/) - Choosing the right breast implant can seem daunting. But fear not, it is not as complicated as it may seem.
- [What goes around comes around - why some people are using smooth implants again](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/smooth-implants/) - I was recently at a meeting in London and it was interesting to hear that some of my colleagues are going back to using smooth silicone implants.
- [Realistic expectations are the key to happy patients](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/realistic-expectations-are-the-key-to-happy-patients/) - I am amazed when I hear stories of patients seeing a surgeon in a clinic, only to find on the day of the procedure that a different surgeon is going to operate.
- [Psychological assessment prior to cosmetic procedures](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/psychological-assessment/) - It's in the news again about the need to protect patients from unscrupulous practitioners who prey on the vulnerable and perform unnecessary cosmetic procedures
- [The benefit of a plastic surgeon over a cosmetic surgeon](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/plasticversuscosmetic/) - People are always shocked when I tell them that the majority of cosmetic surgery done in this country is not done by plastic surgeons - 'how could this be?'
- [How do I choose the perfect size breast implant for me?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/perfect-size-breast-implant-for-me/) - When you are first thinking about having a breast enlargement, this might seem like any easy question, but like most things in life - it is not that simple!
- [What Happens To My Nipples During A Breast Lift Or Breast Reduction?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/nipples-during-a-breast-lift-or-breast-reduction/) - People often ask 'What happens to my nipples during a breast lift or breast reduction?'.
- [The Government should be honest, the NHS needs to save money so has to make cuts](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/nhs-cuts/) - I understand that the NHS needs to save money and so they cannot treat everything, but they should be honest with the public.
- [Just because they look like a plastic surgeon and they say they are a plastic surgeon, doesn't mean they are a plastic surgeon!](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/look-like-a-plastic-surgeon/) - Just because they look like a plastic surgeon and they say they are a plastic surgeon, doesn't mean they are a plastic surgeon!
- [When is a Lifetime Warranty not a Lifetime Warranty?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/lifetime-warranty/) - At The STAIANO Clinic we think it is really important to be informed about what sort of cover you have got if you thinking of having cosmetic surgery.
- [Kitty was 17 when she got a tattoo as an act of defiance...](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/kitty-was-17-when-she-got-a-tattoo-as-an-act-of-defiance/) - Kitty was 17 when she got a tattoo as an act of defiance... Now a 42-year-old mum, she tells why she’s had it cut out.
- [Why you might be being treated by a junior doctor (and may not even know about it)](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/junior-doctor/) - Doctors can leave the NHS training scheme at any point and set up in private practice before they have finished their training.
- [Why you need to keep your documentation if you have surgery](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/documentation/) - As a surgeon, it is important to have as much information as possible. So if you do have any information about your surgery I would encourage you to keep it.
- [Do I Need A Mastopexy To Make My Breasts More Perky?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/can-i-make-breasts-perky/) - We can discuss whether the shape you could achieve, which can often be quite transformational to the breast, will be in line with what your goals are.
- [Best Plastic Surgery Consultancy Practice 2016 - UK](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/best-plastic-surgery-consultancy-practice-2016-uk/)
- [What happens to my belly button during a tummy tuck?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/belly-button-tummy-tuck/) - It is often a great source of mystery to patients as to what happens to their belly button when they have a tummy tuck.
- [B-Lite Implants - Should we be protecting our patients from them?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/b-lite-implants/) - The concept of manufacturing an implant that is lighter than the standard silicone implant is something that I heard about some time ago.
- [Award for Excellence in Breast Plastic Surgery 2018](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/award-excellence-breast-plastic-surgery-2018/) - Award for Excellence in Breast Plastic Surgery 2018 - West Midlands in the UK Healthcare & Pharmaceutical Awards, hosted by GHP.
- [Would you allow your child to have Cosmetic Surgery?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/allow-child-cosmetic-surgery/) - I often see children who may have large and unsightly moles or skin blemishes and are teased at school, no one would question the benefits in removing these.
- [ALCL - Rare Cancer associated with Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/alcl/) - ALCL is a rare form of cancer associated with breast implants. The full name of it is Breast Implant Associated - Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma or BIA-ALCL.
- [The Pros and Cons of Fat Grafting](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/pros-cons-fat-grafting/) - The Pros and Cons of Fat Grafting I have recently seen a patient of mine in the clinic on whom I performed fat grafting to the calf. She is a young lady who was born with a congenital defect of her ankle which meant that her left leg did not grow in the same way
- [Polyurethane implants: 5 key questions, answered](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/polyurethane-implants-5-key-questions-answered/) - Polyurethane breast implants are used widely for breast augmentation surgery in South America, Europe and Australia. Although popular with high satisfaction rates, they have also sparked controversy in the past. Here are the key 5 questions and answers about Polyurethane implants. 1. What are they? Polyurethane breast implants are silicone implants with a foamy texture on
- [Cosmetic surgery can be truly life-changing](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/4083-2/) - We need more positive news stories. You may have seen our patient featured in The Mirror and The Mail. She lost a significant amount of weight (8 stone) and had lost shape and volume in her breasts. It is a great story as she is due to be married and has worked so hard to regain
- [What is a Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/tummy-tuck-muscle-repair/) - We often talk about performing a tummy tuck with muscle repair and I would like to clarify what we mean by that. The muscle in question is the rectus abdominis muscle which is the six pack. Although the six-pack looks like horizontal lines across your abdomen, it is actually a vertically orientated muscle that goes
- [The Fallout from Medical Tourism](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/the-fallout-from-medical-tourism/) - Beware of the risks of medical tourism. There is a lot of appealing features in favour of going abroad for surgery, but there are risks to weigh against this.
- [Only the best breast for Angelina Jolie](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/only-the-best-breast-for-angelina-jolie/) - Everyone wants to know what breast reconstruction Angelina Jolie has had. It was the best for her, but does that mean it is the best breast reconstruction?
- [Best Skin Tag Removal Clinic: Key Considerations](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/best-skin-tag-removal-clinic-key-considerations/) - Choose the best skin tag removal clinic with our guide on factors like reputation, safety, and treatment methods. Find a reliable clinic today.
- [Explore Tummy Tuck Costs: Prices & Procedures Guide](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/explore-tummy-tuck-costs-prices-procedures-guide/) - Explore the comprehensive guide on tummy tuck costs including factors influencing pricing, average costs, and tips for finding affordable options.
- [How To Reduce Enlarged Earring Holes](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/reduce-enlarged-earring-holes/) - Ear lobe reduction for enlarged earring holes is one of the specialties here at The STAIANO Clinic and it can be quite transformational.
- [GDPR and our right to privacy](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/gdpr/) - GDPR has come into force and we have all been inundated with e-mails talking about the updated privacy policy and asking us to opt into email lists.
- [Never Accept A Lift From Strangers](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/never-accept-lift-strangers-2/) - I have finally finished my book It has been to the editors and we have made some last minute changes, I have now just got to finalise the cover design and get it all to the publishers. It has taken me 18 months to write and it is about something that I have been championing
- [Like a Virgin “ Conical Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/like-a-virgin-conical-breast-implants/) - Conical Implants “ for patients who are borderline for a breast lift. During my consultations, I have a selection of breast implants to show patients. The conical implants always invite comment, usually along the lines of ooh, I don't think I would like those or are those the Madonna implants? However, the truth about these implants is very
- [Why Does Gynaecomastia Surgery Cost So Much?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/gynaecomastia-prices/) - When it comes to gynaecomastia surgery cost, we do have a price range I am very keen that we are transparent with our fees here at the STAIANO Clinic and I do not want patients to feel like there will be lots of add-ons or hidden costs. For that reason we only ever charge for the initial
- [Life After Breast Implant Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/lift-after-breast-implant-removal/) - Are you thinking about breast implant removal? If you are considering breast implant removal but are worried what your breasts might look like afterwards, you are not alone. As your body and your circumstances change, you might find that the breast implants that you once loved, become uncomfortable and out of keeping with your frame. There are
- [Only The Best Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/only-the-best-breast-implants/) - I often get asked 'what are the best breast implants?'. Like most things, there is no one answer to this question otherwise we would all use those implants. Most plastic surgeons will only use the best quality breast implants from the top manufacturers like Allergan, Nagor, Polytech and Mentor, which is why very few of
- [Who makes the best breast implants?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/best-breast-implant/) - The Best Breast Implant? Patients do a huge amount of research about the best breast implant. It is good to be informed before having breast augmentation and in this day and age with the internet and information that is freely available, it is reasonable to come to the clinic armed with ideas and expectations of which
- [Smooth Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/smooth-breast-implants/) - There has been a resurgence recently in the use of smooth breast implants for breast enlargement. Breast implants were invented in 1961 and the first manifestation of them had a smooth shell. This was not adherent when placed inside the breast and had a tendency to move and for visible rippling. In 1968 polyurethane foam implants were
- [When Does A Puffy Nipple Become Gynecomastia?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/gynecomastia/) - Gynecomastia is common. Sometimes we get asked by journalists about gynecomastia and whether cosmetic surgery for men is on the increase. We specialise in cosmetic breast surgery and the majority of our male patients are gynecomastia patients. I have to say I have not noticed any significant rise in this surgery as it has always
- [Free Consultations or No Free Consultations?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/free-consultations-or-no-free-consultations/) - Should We Offer Free Consultations? This is a question that has divided plastic surgeons. The argument for free consultations On the one hand, patients may feel that they may not strike up a rapport with the surgeon or the surgeon may not be able or willing to give them the result that they are aiming
- [Jack Of All Trades Or Master Of One?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/jack-trades-master-one/) - People are often surprised at how diverse a plastic surgeon's skills extend. We are one of the only medical specialities that can operate on any part of the body. We are trained in: Cancer reconstruction in the head and neck, breast and skin Treatment of burns Hand injuries We treat congenital birth defects including cleft
- [Breast Uplift With Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/breast-uplift-implants/) - Have you been looking for more information on having a breast uplift with implants? In this video Jonathan talks about the combined procedure of having a breast uplift with implants. Not all plastic surgeons will perform the operation of a breast uplift with implants because it is a difficult operation with a relatively high complication
- [Breast Implants & Pregnancy](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/breast-implants-pregnancy/) - Have you had breast implants and have now become pregnant? Or are you thinking about getting breast implants and worried what the effect of pregnancy might have? Then you are in the right place! Our consultant plastic surgeon Jonathan Staiano has done a vlog to discuss the impact of pregnancy on breast implants. It is
- [Dual plane breast augmentation “ fantastic compromise or marketing gimmick?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/dual-plane-breast-augmentation/) - Dual Plane Breast Augmentation One part of the consultation for patients considering breast augmentation is whether to have the implant on top of or underneath the muscle. Unfortunately there is an awful lot of hype around cosmetic surgery ...particularly breast implants and I will often hear patients say to me they have heard that on
- [Shave Excision of Your Mole](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/shave-excision-mole/) - Shave Excision Mole Have you got a mole? Did you want to get it removed? Not sure of what the best way to remove it is? Formal excision vs shave excision? You can read more about mole removal at The STAIANO Clinic here. In this video Jonathan discusses the different ways plastic surgeons can remove
- [Our 'See & Treat' On The Day Service](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/see-treat/) - One of the founding principles of my clinic is to deliver a patient experience over and above expectation. I spend a lot of time thinking about how the clinic is perceived by potential patients, to work out ways that we can deliver a better service, give more relevant information, and increase patient satisfaction. I often
- [Do I need a scan to check my breast implants?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/i-need-scan-check-implants/) - Do I need a scan to check my breast implants? Patients often come to me to ask 'do I need a scan to check my breast implants?'. There are different types of scans that can be done to check on the breast: Mammogram This is an x-ray that looks at the density of the tissues
- [Has She or Hasn't She?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/has-she-or-hasnt-she/) - I am often asked to comment on photographs by the media. 'Have they had surgery?' 'Have they had a nose job?' 'Have they had breast implants' 'What size implants do you think they have got?' 'Have they got round or teardrop implants?' I get this all the time. I understand the media's obsession with wanting
- [Ed Sheeran](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/ed-sheeran/) - I have just heard that Ed Sheeran has quit Twitter due to abuse over his Glastonbury performance. I can only begin to imagine what it must be like to be in the public spotlight in the way that he is. It is so sad that people have been so unpleasant that it has caused him
- [Tuberous breast deformity](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/tuberous-breast/) - Tuberous Breast Deformity Tuberous breast deformity is a term that I see quite a lot, particularly on blogs and forums. It is used as a label to encompass quite a wide range of breast deformities. Patients can get quite upset and anxious when they hear the term and think that there might be something
- [Why We Don't Do The Internal Bra Mastopexy](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/internal-bra/) - The problem with mastopexy ...and why the internal bra mastopexy is good The biggest problem we have with mastopexy (breast lift) is maintaining stable upper pole fullness in the breast. This is because over time natural tissues will always tend to sag and descend, and so whilst when you first do a mastopexy you can achieve
- [Eat, drink and be merry (as long as you don't eat too much)](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/eat-drink/) - Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Christmas is a popular time of year for surgery and you might think that odd because you do not really want to be heaving the turkey in and out of the oven whilst loosening your support bra or clutching your abdominal binder. I can understand the appeal because it
- [Nipple Reduction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/nipple-reduction/) - What is nipple reduction? We often get patients enquiring at the clinic about nipple reduction and it can mean a number of things. What is commonly referred to as the nipple, in medical terms it is made up of what we call the nipple areolar complex (NAC). This comprises the actual nipple itself which is
- [Post-operative compression garments](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/compression-garments/) - After body contouring surgery such as breast re-shaping, a tummy tuck, gynaecomastia correction and liposuction, we utilise post-operative compression garments to give support and help with swelling. The reason for the garment is to aid your recovery and to make you feel more comfortable. There is often swelling following body contouring and when the tissues swell it
- [Tummy Tuck or Liposuction?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/tummy-tuck-liposuction/) - If you are thinking of a tummy tuck or liposuction, it might seem that they are poles apart in terms of downtime, scarring and price. It is very common for people to come to the clinic requesting liposuction to their tummy, because let's face it, most of us carry a little bit of extra fat
- [Drains Or Glue For Tummy Tuck?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/drains-glue-tummy-tuck/) - Drains or glue for tummy tuck? Are you interested in having a tummy tuck? Do you want to know more about what is involved in one? Do you want to know what technique is best? Look no further! Jonathan Staiano, the clinic director here at the Staiano Clinic has done a video about tummy tucks
- [Ideal Weight For A Tummy Tuck](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/ideal-weight-tummy-tuck/) - What is the ideal weight for a tummy tuck? Well like most things in medicine there is not an absolute answer to this question however there are a couple of things you can take into account when deciding when might be the right time to have a tummy tuck. First of all there is the
- [Brazilian Tummy Tuck](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/brazilian-tummy-tuck/) - Brazilian Tummy Tuck vs Standard Tummy Tuck I have just been asked to talk about the Brazilian tummy tuck. There are often catchy names and new techniques that come out and I can see how someone considering a tummy tuck might want to know about the latest developments. However, when you look in to it,
- [Why Would Anyone Have Breast Implants?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/why-would-anyone-have-breast-implants/) - Why Would Anyone Ever Want To Have Breast Implants? I keep seeing adverse publicity about breast implants in the media. Whether it be breast implant illness, ALCL or a celebrity with out of proportion breast implants or with visible rippling or strange looking breasts. The media seems to love to focus on the negative aspects of
- [Panorama and the breast implant scandal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/panorama-breast-implant/) - There has just been a Panorama documentary on about the 'scandal around breast implants'. This is obviously of great interest to us because we specialise in cosmetic breast surgery and use a lot of breast implants. I certainly do not want to appear that I am trying to play down any adverse reports or cover
- [Special Announcement re: Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/special-announcement-re-breast-implants/) - You may have heard news about a recent decision by the French authorities to withdraw certain types of breast implants from the market. The implants affected are textured silicone and polyurethane foam implants. The decision has been made because of a link between this type of implant and a rare form of cancer called ALCL. Because the
- [Am I a good candidate for liposuction?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/i-good-candidate-liposuction/) - Liposuction is an amazing procedure and can produce dramatic effects in terms of body contouring and leaves little, if any, visible scars. However, there are limitations and not everybody is a good candidate for it. The image is of the lottery winner who decides to have a new body, and so goes to the cosmetic
- [Tattoo Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/tattoo-excision/) - Have you looked in to tattoo removal but don't know where to turn? Do you have a tattoo that you no longer like? Or Regret? Have you tried laser but it just doesn't seem to be working? Well we might be able to help. If laser fails, we may be able to help We perform
- [Why We Charge For Your Initial Consultation](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/charge-initial-consultation/) - Do You Expect To Pay For A Consultation With A Surgeon? There is always a debate as to whether to charge for consultations or offer them for free. In fact I did a blog post a few years ago discussing the topic. Traditionally a consultation with a doctor would carry with it a fee as
- [Scar Revision](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/scar-revision/) - Scar Revision At The STAIANO Clinic You may think that scar revision is bread and butter for a plastic surgeon, but it is important to be aware of what is possible when it comes to considering revision of your scar. It is not possible to remove scars completely, but plastic surgeons are trained in techniques
- [What is Life-Changing Surgery?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/life-changing-surgery/) - I was invited to a talk on the radio this morning about scar management following a story of a football supporter who had been attacked and had sustained a long laceration to his cheek. The conversation revolved around the scarring and the emotional impact of scars and what can be done about it. I am
- [Does Fat Freezing work?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/fat-freezing/) - I've been looking at the non-surgical liposculpture market for about 5 years now and I have really been trying to answer the question 'Does Fat freezing work?'. The concept is great. It is a way to remove fat without having surgery (or dieting). I've spoken to the companies and studied the technologies. The science behind
- [Liposuction for Man Boobs](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/liposuction-for-man-boobs/) - Liposuction for man boobs (or gynaecomastia, which is the medical term) is the mainstay of treatment. However, it is often not enough to perform liposuction on its own. Man Boobs are caused by an excess of breast tissue in a male, and males have breast tissue as well as females. Breast tissue is made up
- [What causes rippling of breast implants?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/rippling-implants/) - Rippling of breast implants is one of those things that patients fear because it can cause an unsightly look and feel to the breast. The cause of rippling is relatively simple. If you look at any breast implant and hold it up vertically you will see that the shell will naturally cause ripples in the upper
- [Sam Smith inspiring body confidence](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/sam-smith/) - Photo from https://www.instagram.com/samsmith/ I love seeing posts like the one Sam Smith recently posted on Instagram showing him standing topless on a beach. The standard Instagram photo of a man topless on a beach show him with a chiselled six-pack and rock-hard pecs, but this simply is not what normal male chests look like. Sam Smith
- [Cosmetic surgery is never just cosmetic](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/simona-halep/) - It's good to see the news article about Simona Halep who has just won the ladies Wimbledon singles final. She credits a breast reduction to be part of her success. This was featured in an article in the Daily Mail in 2014 where one of my patients spoke about here experience - you can read
- [Reality TV is not reality](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/reality-tv-is-not-reality/) - I have never been a fan of reality TV. At least not in recent years. I remember really enjoying the early episodes of Big Brother, that bit where Craig confronted Nasty Nick and I loved to watch The Apprentice the one with Stuart Baggs 'the brand'. But it's not the same any more. I heard Ben
- [Twilight Anaesthesia - A Change For Good?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/twilight-anaesthesia/) - The Coronavirus Crisis is likely to have a long lasting effect on many aspects of our lives - both good and bad. Remote working has taught us that we perhaps don't need to use our car as much and there can be benefits in reducing commuting and carbon emissions. Regular hand washing and hygiene can
- [The risks of cosmetic surgery](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/surgery-risks/) - Every day I hear patients talk about the risks of having cosmetic surgery. They are worried that they won't wake up from the anaesthetic and will leave their children motherless. They tell me stories they have heard about someone who once died having a cosmetic procedure. I sense that there is often a feeling of
- [Lockdown 2.0](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/lockdown-2/) - So, we are in lockdown again. We are much better prepared this time and over the last few months, we have put measures in place to ensure the safety and protection of everyone at the clinic and we have robust measures which are over and above what you might expect in other public environments. because we offer
- [Do I Have FDA Approved Breast Implants?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/fda_approved_breast_implants/) - In the UK, breast implants are regulated by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) rather than the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). However, there is still a great deal of confusion around whether or not breast implants in the UK need to be FDA approved. The FDA is a US government agency
- [When can I go back to work after surgery?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/backtowork/) - Advice from the STAIANO Clinic about going back to work following surgery.
- [Mommy Makeover, 1 Op or 2?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/mommy-makeover/) - Discover what a Mommy Makeover is at Birmingham's leading Plastic Surgery clinic.
- [Breasts after breastfeeding](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/breasts-after-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding often accompanied with the strapline "the most natural thing in the world" has been proven to be the best option for your child's health and development. This much we all know. But what happens when the breastfeeding stops? For better or worse “ many women agree that after the milk stops, their breasts change
- [Treatment for Breast Asymmetry](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/treatment-breast-asymmetry/) - Treatment for breast asymmetry All patients have a degree of breast asymmetry to a greater or lesser extent and when performing a breast reduction or a breast augmentation it is often possible to correct minor degrees of asymmetry, but we always warn people that there will be some residual asymmetries as it is quite
- [How to treat Breast Asymmetry](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/breast-asymmetry/) - We specialise in breast reshaping here at the STAIANO Clinic and can perform breast lifts, breast reductions, breast implants and breast lift with implants. There are many cosmetic clinics which offer breast implants but not all will treat patients with more complicated problems. Patients with breast asymmetry will often present for surgery. The first question
- [Where is the best place to get earlobe reduction near me?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/where-is-the-best-place-to-get-earlobe-reduction-near-me/) - If you are considering earlobe reduction, we can help. Whether you have enlarged or split earring holes or if you would just like smaller earlobes.
- [5 Ways To Treat Keloid Scars](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/5-ways-to-treat-keloid-scars/) - Keloid scars are abnormal scars that occur in patients who have a certain skin type or in certain locations. We specialise in a variety of keloid treatments.
- [Mind Your Own Business - by JJ Staiano](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/mind-your-own-business-by-jj-staiano/) - I was pleased to launch my new book called Mind Your Own Business - how to turn your medical practice in to a business rather than just a job 'The P.E.C.A.N. Approach' at the annual meeting of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (the BAAPS) at the National Gallery in London. It is for
- [There Will Always be a Need for Tummy Tucks](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/there-will-always-be-a-need-for-tummy-tucks/) - Tummy Tucks Are Not for Overweight People Some people have got the wrong idea about tummy tucks “ they think that it is a procedure that is for overweight people to help them to lose weight. This is not the case. If you are overweight, then you should avoid surgery because your risk of complications
- [The Wild West](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/the-wild-west/) - How to Avoid the Cowboys I was talking to a journalist yesterday at BBC Hereford & Worcester and I realised that there are things that we as plastic surgeons take for granted but the general public are amazed to hear. You can listen to my piece on the radio: BBC Hereford & Worcester “ Elliott
- [The Supernatural Breast Augmentation](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/supernatural-breast-augmentation/) - The Supernatural Breast Augmentation The public perception of breast augmentation is that it is for people who want to have huge breasts that are out of proportion with their bodies and that it is unnecessary surgery. As a plastic surgeon with a practice dedicated to breast augmentation, I have to tell you that this is far from the truth. Patient
- [The Secret of A Good Scar](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/the-secret-of-a-good-scar/) - All surgery will leave a mark or scar of some sorts whether it be having a mole cut out or shaved or having a lesion scraped or having something removed by laser. All of these things will damage the skin and cause some form of scarring. The scarring is usually quite red and obvious to
- [New Year, Newsletter](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/new-year-newsletter/) - The Staiano Clinic Newsletter is out I am very proud to announce that the first Staiano Clinic newsletter is now out. I must say a huge thank you to Nicola who has put a great deal of work into making this idea a reality and well done for meeting the deadline for getting it out
- [Quality Plastic Surgery - Is there such a thing?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/quality-plastic-surgery-thing/) - A Quality Provider? I believe there is a need for a provider of plastic surgery in this country that stands for quality. There are many Plastic Surgeons who are doing good work, but most of them are working alone as sole traders. There are only a few hundred full members of BAAPS (the British Association
- [Has Mrs Trump had Cosmetic Surgery?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/mrs-trump-cosmetic-surgery/) - Today I was asked for my opinion... on whether Donald Trump's wife has had plastic surgery. We scrutinised photographs of her in her younger years compared with more recent shots and discussed the possibility of whether she has had Botox, fillers, a nose job or a boob job. At the end of it all... I
- [Everyone Deserves Body Confidence](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/everyone-deserves-body-confidence/) - The tagline of our clinic is 'Everyone Deserves Body Confidence' The reason for this is because this is what we try to achieve here in the clinic. We went on holiday to Tenby and we had beautiful weather and spent most of the time on the beach. When the sun comes out the immense diversity of body
- [Man In The Arena](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/man-in-the-arena/) - Team GB and the Man in the Arena John Major of Course The achievements of Team GB at the Rio Olympics and Paralympics were spectacular. For any athlete to be able to achieve the level of getting into the National Squad and participating in an Olympic or Paralympic Games is an amazing achievement. To go
- [When Should You Change Breast Implants?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/change-breast-implants/) - There is a lot of information about when to change breast implants but it is important to separate the facts from opinions. Have you heard that you need to change breast implants every 10 years? Do you know what to look out for if you have had your implants in for several years? Do you
- [Health, Wealth or Happiness?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/health-wealth-happiness/) - Hopes and Aspirations. I was taking the dog for a walk one morning after dropping my children off at school. It was the end of term and they were looking forward to moving on next year. I have three small children aged 6, 9 and 11. I see them grow up with hope and expectation
- [Size Doesn't Matter](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/size-doesnt-matter/) - In this video Jonathan discusses why size is not the only factor to consider when it comes to choosing breast implants. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMbEEJpjyVU You can find out more about how we help you to choose the right breast implant size using our Trident Approach by clicking here. Register for my webinar where I talk about how
- [Not All Marketers Are Liars](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/all-marketers-are-liars/) - Not All Marketers Are Liars I saw a patient yesterday who came along to my See and Treat Clinic for areola reduction. This is a service where I offer patients consultation and treatment on the same day so they do not have to take any more time off work to come back to have the
- [Less is Not More](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/less-is-not-more/) - Less is not More. In Fact, Less is Usually Less. We live in an age where everyone wants the best, the fastest, the tallest and the most expensive. We want it now and we do not want to wait and we want it at the cheapest price. Of course this is natural. It is human
- [Reflection on 2016](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/reflection-on-2016/) - It is always time for reflection at the end of the year, as well as planning for 2017 When I look back at 2016, there are several milestones that stick out for me: Buddy Scheme This is an initiative that we started which involves putting prospective patients in touch with current or past patients to
- [Help me to make my brother proud](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/help-make-brother-proud/) - I have just had my brother around to visit the clinic to look at the set up that we have. He was blown away by what he saw. Sometimes when you are close to something every day, you do not see how it develops and grows over time. He met some of the team (Nicola,
- [Birmingham's Leading Expert in Cosmetic Surgery](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/birminghams-leading-expert-cosmetic-surgery/) - We are very proud to share another award with you, Staiano Plastic Surgery has been awarded: Birmingham's Leading Expert in Cosmetic Surgery in the UK Medical Excellence Awards 2016.
- [Non-surgical procedures on the rise.](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/non-surgical-procedures-rise/) - Jonathan's interview on BBC Hereford and Worcester this morning with Elliot and Toni at breakfast.
- [Second Hand Breast Implants on Ebay!](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/second-hand-breast-implants-ebay/) - Did you hear about the lady who was selling her 2nd hand breast implants on Ebay? She said that they didn't quite fit her, so she got a new pair! I think the story was a bit of a joke. I don't doubt that someone would actually try to sell their old implants, I mean
- [If all you have is a hammer everything looks like a nail](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/hammer-everything-looks-like-nail/) - There are a lot of different surgeons who perform cosmetic surgery. They range from plastic surgeons to general surgeons, ENT surgeons, maxillofacial surgeons and even people who are not surgeons at all such as GPs or dermatologists. This is not a problem in itself as long as the doctor is working within their scope of
- [Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation.](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/what-is-capsular-contracture/) - What Is Capsular Contracture? Capsular contracture can happen to breast implants over time. All implants have a capsule that forms around them. A capsule is made up of scar tissue and it is the body's reaction to the implant. It is a normal reaction and it happens to all implants, no matter where they are
- [Plastic Surgeon Of The Year - UK](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/plastic-surgeon-year-uk/) - Jonathan Staiano Plastic Surgeon of the Year - UK 2017 Business Excellence Awards
- [Loose Women in their Underwear!](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/loose-women-underwear/) - Did you see the photograph of the presenters of Loose Women in their underwear? This is what real people look like. Everybody looks like this. We all feel comfortable in our clothes and can dress up to make ourselves look more attractive and often quite stunning, but underneath it all we all have dents and
- [Should I be allowed sick leave if I am having cosmetic surgery?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/i-allowed-sick-leave-i-cosmetic-surgery/) - In my job I am constantly having to battle against prejudices and preconceived ideas about cosmetic surgery. Unfortunately, we have it woven into the fabric of our society that cosmetic surgery is all about vanity and creating unnatural caricatures of previously beautiful people. This has led to the perception that all cosmetic surgery is unnecessary
- [The Hidden Costs of Medical Tourism](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/hidden-costs-medical-tourism/) - I have just read another article about the dangers of medical tourism. Medical Tourism is a thriving industry and many people from the UK travel abroad to have cosmetic procedures. I completely understand why they do this because it can be seen as having a holiday or having a trip overseas, not to mention the
- [BAAPS 2017](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/baaps-2017/) - I was lucky enough to have been invited to be a speaker at the the annual conference of plastic surgeons (BAAPS 2017) a couple of weeks ago. My message to the BAAPS Conference was about how important it is to look after your patients. Most of the conference was dedicated to strategies and techniques to
- [And The Winner Is...](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/and-the-winner-is/) - We are delighted to tell you that Staiano Plastic Surgery have been awarded; Ones to Watch for 2018: Best for Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetic Treatments - Most Trusted Plastic Surgery Clinic - Birmingham. LUX launched the Ones to Watch for 2018: Best for Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetic Treatments to give recognition to those who have
- [What Is The Minimum Age For Cosmetic Surgery?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/minimum-age-cosmetic-surgery/) - How Young Is Too Young To Have Cosmetic Surgery? We often get enquiries at the clinic asking what age patients can have cosmetic surgery. There is a simple answer to that and a more complicated answer. The simple answer is that we only treat patients who are over 18 due to the strict guidelines and
- [Is physical pain worse than psychological pain?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/physical-psychological/) - Is physical pain worse than psychological pain? I think we are living in a very privileged time and the standard of living for most people is very high. Food and shelter and basic human needs are catered for and most people are able to live with a good standard of health. When I look at
- [Cosmetic Surgery App aimed at children](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/cosmetic-app/) - Cosmetic Surgery App aimed at children I have read today about an App that has been made that is aimed at children https://www.independent.co.uk/voices/plastic-surgery-girls-children-liposuction-nose-job-lip-filler-double-eyelid-surgery-body-image-a8270041.html This is very worrying and is part of a growing trend to sensationalise plastic and cosmetic surgery. I have a 13 year old daughter and I feel her pain and insecurities
- [Beware of the Brazilian Bum Lift](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/brazilian-bum-lift/) - We get an increasing number of enquiries for buttock augmentation or the so-called Brazilian Bum Lift. A few years ago it was pretty much unheard of but it is rising in popularity and when I speak to my colleagues overseas particularly in America, they are performing huge numbers of these operations. We specialise in
- [Should we show before and after photographs?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/beforeandafter/) - We are in a society where patients want to be as well informed as possible, and so the onus is on us as doctors, to provide as much good quality information as we can. That is why I go to great lengths to be open and transparent to make myself available for questions every Tuesday
- [Xanthelasma Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/xanthelasma/) - Xanthelasma are white plaques or spots that develop around the eyes. Treatment involves surgical removal which can be done here in the clinic on the same day.
- [Videographer](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/videographer/) - We have just appointed a full time videographer to work with us and to document the daily comings and goings at the clinic. I know that to a lot of people, this might not be high up on the list of employees needed for a plastic surgery clinic, but it is something that I put
- [I'm a doctor, so can you trust me?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/trust-me/) - Times have changed and patients are becoming a lot more informed these days with the freely accessible wealth of information available on the internet. There is no need to pay for information anymore and the days of people investing in the Encyclopaedia Britannica are long gone. The value these days comes in the interpretation of
- [You Have A Friend For Life](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/friend-for-life/) - We have just been planning how we would like to move forward with the STAIANO Clinic in 2019 and one of my big goals is to create a community for our patients where you really feel like you are being listened to and looked after. This is something I have always tried to do and
- [Be Informed, But Don't Get Overwhelmed](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/be-informed-but-dont-get-overwhelmed/) - I often see patients who have been given conflicting advice by previous doctors. One might have said they need a round implant, while another recommended a teardrop One might have suggested a breast lift with implants while another said implants alone would be fine One might say that you should have your tummy tuck first
- [The Barbed Suture](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/barbed-suture/) - What is a barbed suture? A barbed suture is a suture which has very fine barbs all the way along its length. This means that when you pass it through the tissues, the barbs catch and it will not pull back. So that if you use it on either side of a wound and pull
- [Mini tummy tuck with muscle repair](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/mini-tummy-tuck-with-muscle-repair/) - Can I have a Mini-Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair? A mini tummy tuck or mini abdominoplasty is often preferable to a full abdominoplasty as the procedure results in less visible scarring and a much quicker recovery time. The difficulty comes when patients who are good candidates for a mini abdominoplasty are suffering from recti divarication,
- [Is it safe to have surgery during Coronavirus?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/is-it-safe-to-have-surgery-during-coronavirus/) - Surgery During Coronavirus Crisis If you are planning to have surgery, you may have some concerns about all of the measures in place around COVID-19 and might be wondering if it is safe to have surgery during coronavirus. The risks of contracting the virus relate to the spread in an aerosol form hence the requirement
- [Why does breast reduction cost so much?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/breast-reduction-cost/) - If you think that breast reduction costs a lot then it is important to put it into perspective. Some patients put breast reduction into the category of cosmetic breast surgery and think of it in the same way as other operations like breast augmentation. Any cosmetic surgery is a major undertaking both physically and psychologically
- [A good surgeon is like a good bar of soap - it may be more expensive but it’s worth it in the long run.](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/good-surgeon/) - I like using bars of soap. I much prefer a bar than the liquid that comes in bottles. When I am at the supermarket, I look for the best deals which inevitably involves a multiple pack of Palmolive. My wife doesn’t like the supermarket like me, and I have noticed some different bars of soap
- [En Bloc Capsulectomy And Breast Implant Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/en-bloc-capsulectomy/) - What is En Bloc Capsulectomy? En bloc capsulectomy is a surgical technique performed to remove breast implants and the surrounding scar tissue, known as the capsule, as a single intact unit. En bloc capsulectomy is a term that patients will often use if they are worried about their implants and would like to have them
- [How to choose a plastic surgeon](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/how-to-choose-a-plastic-surgeon/) - When choosing a plastic surgeon and deciding where you are going to have your procedure undertaken there are important points to bear in mind. Believe it or not, there are surgeons out there performing plastic surgery who are not fully trained in plastic surgery. There are currently no laws against anyone performing your surgery and
- [What is the Best Post-Surgical Bra?](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/what-is-the-best-post-surgical-bra/) - What Type Of Bra Do I Need Following My Surgery? There are several things to consider when choosing a post-surgical bra. You will need a supportive bra that is comfortable and fits snugly. It should not be too tight because, although the bra is necessary to control swelling, it will be counterproductive if it digs
- [I want to be a DD and nothing else will do!](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/blog/i-want-to-be-a-dd-and-nothing-else-will-do/) - When talking to patients considering breast surgery, I always ask what bra cup size they would like to achieve “ some patients have a very clear view 'I'd like to be a DD and nothing else will do!', while others are not so specific 'I'd like to look natural, be comfortable and in keeping with my

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## Procedures

- [Cyst Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/see-and-treat/cyst-removal/) - We offer a same day 'See & Treat' service for cyst removal. Send us a photo to get a quote for surgery and we can arrange an appointment for same day treatment.
- [Inverted Nipple Correction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-reshaping/inverted-nipple-correction/) - We offer a 'See & Treat' service for inverted nipple correction which means that you can book an appointment and have treatment on the same day.
- [Mole Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/see-and-treat/mole-removal/) - We offer a 'See & Treat' service for mole removal at The STAIANO Clinic. Send us a photo on WhatsApp and we will let you know how much it will cost to remove.
- [Lipoma Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/see-and-treat/lipoma-removal/) - We offer a same day 'See & Treat' service for lipoma removal. Send us a photo to get a quote and we can arrange an appointment for same day treatment.
- [Blepharoplasty Surgery](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/skin-surgery/blepharoplasty/) - Blepharoplasty involves removing excess skin from the eyelid. It can be performed on the upper and lower eyelids and creates a bright, fresher, less tired look.
- [Arm Reduction Brachioplasty](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/body-contouring/arm-reduction-brachioplasty/) - Arm reduction (or brachioplasty) is a procedure to recontour and rebalance your arm if you have excess skin (known as bat wings).
- [Liposuction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/body-contouring/liposuction/) - Liposuction can remove unwanted stubborn areas of fat with minimal downtime. Liposuction works well on the outer hips and thighs and the male chest.
- [Scar Management & Skin Care](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/skin-surgery/scar-management-skin-care/) - The highest standard of surgery deserves the highest standard of aftercare. The STAIANO Clinic offers scar management treatments for the very best results.
- [Breast Reduction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-reshaping/breast-reduction/) - Contact The STAIANO Clinic to learn why Breast Reduction Surgery has very high patient satisfaction rates. We are dedicated to providing a first class service.
- [Breast Lift Mastopexy](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-reshaping/breast-lift-mastopexy/) - If your breasts have lost the shape they used to have, you might not need implants. The best treatment in these cases may be a breast lift, or “mastopexy”.
- [Implant Replacements](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-implants/implant-replacements/) - The STAIANO Clinic's 10 Step Process for Choosing Your Ideal Breast Implant, at the only plastic surgery clinic in the UK specialising in breast enlargement.
- [Breast Enlargement](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-implants/breast-enlargement/) - The STAIANO Clinic is a fully independent clinic and is the only plastic surgery clinic in the UK specialising in breast enlargement.
- [Tattoo Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/see-and-treat/tattoo-removal-by-excision/) - Our Consultant Plastic Surgeons specialise in tattoo removal by excision which is usually considered for tattoos that have not responded to laser tattoo removal
- [Tummy Tuck](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/body-contouring/tummy-tuck/) - Tummy tuck involves rebalancing and recontouring your abdomen following weight loss or pregnancy. The rectus abdominis muscles are repaired and form restored.
- [Areola Reduction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-reshaping/areola-reduction/) - Areola reduction involves reducing the darker skin that surrounds the nipple. This can be done on the same day as your consultation in our Birmingham clinic.
- [Mummy Makeover](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-implants/mummy-makeover/) - Our fully trained Plastic Surgeons are experts at Mummy Makeovers. Visit our website to get a Quote and book a Personal Consultation.
- [Augmentation Mastopexy](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-reshaping/augmentation-mastopexy/) - Augmentation mastopexy involves combining a breast lift with implants. It restores the shape of the breast if they are droopy at the same time adding volume.
- [Gynaecomastia Correction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-reshaping/gynaecomastia-correction/) - Gynaecomastia Correction can be life-changing and we have perfected techniques to recontour and reshape the male chest while hiding any visible scars.
- [Earlobe Surgery](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/see-and-treat/earlobe-surgery/) - Earlobe surgery can involve reducing the size of your earlobe or fixing earlobes that are split or stretched by heavy earrings or tribal jewellery.
- [Scar Revision](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/see-and-treat/scar-revision/) - Our fully qualified Plastic Surgeons are able to manipulate and change scars to make them a lot less noticeable. Send us a WhatsApp photo via our website.
- [Otoplasty](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/skin-surgery/otoplasty/) - Otoplasty involves correction of prominent ears and can be done under local anaesthetic as a day case on a walk in/walk out basis at The STAIANO Clinic.

## Portfolio Items

- [Polyurethane Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/polyurethane-implants/) - This refers to breast augmentation patients. Polyurethane foam implants have a special coating that reduces the risk of them going hard in the future and so makes them longer lasting. We are one of the few clinics to offer this type of implant. Read more about polyurethane foam implants here. Polyurethane Implants maybe requested at an additional
- [Excision From Forehead](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-01-7/) - Mole removal by excision shown at 6 weeks post op.
- [Shave Moles From Forehead](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/moles-removed-from-forehead/) - Shave excision of moles on forehead
- [Excision From Cheek (7 weeks)](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-02-7/) - Excision of mole from cheek shown here at 7 weeks post op.
- [Excision Of Two Moles On Chin](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-03-6/) - Excision of two moles of chin, shown at 1 year post op.
- [Mole Removal By Nose](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/mole-removal-by-nose/) - This patient had a prominent mole by her nose.
- [Mole On Forehead (6 weeks)](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/mole-on-forehead/) - Mole removal on forehead seen at 6 weeks.
- [Shave Moles On Face](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/moles-on-face/) - Moles removed from face
- [Shave Mole On Chin](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/mole-on-chin/) - Before and after shave excision of mole on chin
- [Excision Of Mole On Nose](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/mole-on-nose/)
- [Mole On Top Lip](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/mole-on-top-lip/) - Mole removal from top lip
- [Mole On Temple](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/mole-on-temple/) - Mole removal from temple
- [Inverted Nipple Correction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/inverted-nipple-correction-2/) - Lateral view of before and after of inverted nipple correction
- [Inverted Nipple Correction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/inverted-nipple-correction/) - Before and after of inverted nipple correction
- [Inverted Nipple Correction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-02-4/) - This is a patient who is shown 10 weeks after inverted nipple correction performed by cutting the ducts. The scar is not visible.
- [Inverted Nipple Correction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-01-4/) - Inverted nipple correction by dividing the ducts. Result shown at 9 weeks following surgery with no visible scar.
- [Before & After Blepharoplasty](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/blepharoplasty-2/)
- [Before & After Blepharoplasty](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/blepharoplasty-1/)
- [Areola Reduction at 1 week](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/areola_reduction_1_week/)
- [Areola Reduction at 6 weeks](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/areola_reduction_6_weeks/)
- [Areola Reduction At 1 Year](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/areola-reduction-at-1-year/) - This shows an established before and after photograph taken at just over a year after areola reduction. The result has remained stable and the scar has settled.
- [Areola Reduction At 1 Week](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/areola-reduction-at-1-week/) - This lady has had a large areola reduction shown here at 1 week postop when the dressings have just been removed. There is quite a dramatic change.
- [Areola Reduction At 1 Week](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/areola-reduction-at-1-week-2/)
- [Areola Reduction At 18 Months](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/areola-reduction-at-18-months/)
- [Areola Reduction Bruising At 1 Week](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/areola-reduction-brusing/) - Early result of areola reduction shown just after the dressings have been removed at 1 week. There is bruising but the shape of the areola has been reduced.
- [Removal Of Lipoma Over Shoulder Blade.](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/removal-of-lipoma-over-shoulder-blade/) - This lady has a large lipoma over her shoulder blade that we have removed through a minimal incision under local anaesthetic here at the clinic.
- [Lipoma Removal From Buttock](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-from-buttock/) - This large lipoma was removed from this patient's buttock under local anaesthetic. Shown here immediately after removal.
- [Lipoma on Shoulder](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-on-shoulder/) - This lady has a lipoma on her shoulder and we have managed to remove it through a much smaller incision than the size of the lipoma. Seen at 6 weeks.
- [Removal Of Lipoma On Hip](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/removal-of-lipoma-on-hip/) - This gentleman has a prominent lipoma on his right hip that we have removed and placed the scar in line with his underwear.
- [Lipoma Removal On Neck](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-on-neck/) - This man has a large lipoma on his neck. He has previously had it removed many years ago and it has come back. We have removed it and improved his old scar.
- [Lipoma Removal From Head](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-from-head/) - This gentleman has a prominent lipoma on his head by the left temple. We have removed it and left a barely noticeable scar.
- [Lipoma Removal On Head](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-on-head/) - This lady has a large lipoma on the side of her head. We have placed the scar in to her hairline to make it less visible.
- [Lipoma Removal From Back](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-from-back-2/) - This gentleman has a lipoma on his back. We have managed to remove it leaving a much smaller scar than the size of the lipoma.
- [Lipoma Removal From Flank](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-from-flank/) - This lady has a large lipoma on her flank and we have removed it and placed the scar high up so that it is hidden under her bra strap.
- [Lipoma Removal Below Bra Strap](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-below-bra-strap/) - This lady has a lipoma underneath her bra strap and we have removed it under local anaesthetic and left the scar so that it is hidden by the bra strap.
- [Lipoma Removal On Forehead](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-on-forehead/) - This patient has a lipoma on the right side of his forehead and we can remove it using a scar that runs in to one of his natural skin creases.
- [Lipoma Removal From Back Of Head](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-from-back-of-head/) - This patient has a large recurrent lipoma on the back of his head (you can see the scar from the previous removal many years ago).
- [Lipoma Removal From Back](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-from-back/) - This patient had a lipoma on his back which we have removed under local anaesthetic in our clinic in Edgbaston in Birmingham.
- [Lipoma On Forehead](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-on-forehead/) - This patient has a lipoma which we have removed and placed the scar in one of the natural skin creases of his forehead so that the scar blends in.
- [Lipoma Removal From Armpit](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/lipoma-removal-from-armpit/) - This lady had a large lipoma in her armpit, which we have removed at the clinic under local anaesthetic. We have brought the scar inside her arm to hide it.
- [Tattoo Removal On Scalp](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/tattoo-removal-on-scalp/) - This gentleman had a tattoo on his scalp which had faded after 12 sessions of laser, but he was due to start in the Police and so he needed to have it removed completely. It was removed in one session and is shown here at a week postop.
- [Tattoo Removal On Both Arms](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/tattoo-removal-on-both-arms/) - This lady had tattoos on both arms which had previously been partially removed. She is shown here at 1 week after removal at The STAIANO Clinic.
- [Tattoo Removal On Arm](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/tattoo-removal-on-arm/) - This is a relatively large tattoo on the outer aspect of the upper arm. It has been removed in 2 sessions by serial excision.
- [Tattoo Removal On Wrist](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/tattoo-removal-on-wrist/) - This lady had a tattoo on her wrist. There were two parts to it and both were removed in a single stage.
- [Tattoo Removal On Forearm](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/tattoo-removal-on-forearm/) - This lady had a large tattoo covering the whole width of her forearm that was removed by serial excision taking 4 sessions.
- [Tattoo Excision On The Back Of Arm](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/tattoo_removal_arm/) - This tattoo on the back of the arm, just above the elbow, had previously been treated unsuccessfully with laser. The patient had serial excision of the tattoo in 2 stages resulting in complete tattoo removal.
- [285cc Round Moderate Profile Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-06/) - This 31 year old lady had breast enlargement using 285cc moderate profile round polyurethane breast implants in a subfascial plane.
- [365cc Round High Profile Breast Implants (Following Previous Breast Reduction)](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-05/) - This 36 year old lady had a breast reduction in the past but has lost shape and volume in her breasts and has gone on to have enlargement with 365cc high profile silicone implants to restore her breasts.
- [330cc Round High Profile Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-04/) - This 37 year old lady is shown 5 months following breast enlargement with 330cc high profile silicone implants and has gone from a 32C to a 28F cup.
- [345cc Round Extra High Profile Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-03/) - This 21 year old lady is shown 2 years following breast enlargement with 345cc extra high profile implants and has gone from a small B to a full DD/E cup.
- [330cc Round Moderate Profile Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-02/) - This 33 year old lady is shown 6 weeks following breast enlargement with 330cc moderate profile implants.
- [295cc Round Low Profile Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-01/) - This 26 year old lady is shown 7 months following breast enlargement with 295cc low profile implants and has gone from a D cup to an E/F cup.
- [Cyst Removal On Nose](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/cyst-removal-on-nose/) - Cyst on the nose, shown here at 6 months post op.
- [Cyst Removal On Cleavage Area](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/cyst-removal-on-cleavage-area/) - Cyst removal on cleavage area, shown here at just 1 week post op.
- [Cyst Removal On Cheek](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/cyst-removal-on-cheek/) - Large cyst on cheek, shown here at 5 months post op.
- [Replacement Of Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-03-7/) - This patient had 230cc implants removed and replaced with 360cc extra high profile implants.
- [Replacement Of Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-02-8/) - This lady had 240cc moderate profile implants removed and replaced with 390cc high profile implants.
- [Replacement Of Implants And Mastopexy](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-01-8/) - This patient had 330cc implants removed and had a Mastopexy (breast uplift) with replacement 270cc Nagor moderate profile implants.
- [Before & After - Skin Reduction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/before-after-skin-reduction/) - This shows a gynaecomastia correction with transverse skin excision to treat significant skin excess.
- [Before & After With Transverse Skin Excision](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/before-after-with-transverse-skin-excision/) - This is a patient with Grade IV gynaecomastia with skin excess that is removed through a transverse skin excision.
- [Before & After 2 Months](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-03-8/) - This 29 year old lady is shown 2 months following breast lift with 320cc implants. Her breasts have dropped and lost volume and so they have been lifted to bring the nipples up on to her chest and the volume restored with implants. She has gone from a C to an F cup.
- [Before & After](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/before-after/) - Augmentation mastopexy
- [Before & After 10 Months](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/before-after-10-months/) - This shows a 40 year old man with gynaecomastia before and after liposuction.
- [Before & After 6 Weeks](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/before-after-6-weeks/) - This 34 year old man is shown 6 weeks following liposuction and excision of bilateral gynaecomastia. He has a slim, athletic build with excess breast tissue, which has been successfully removed to reveal an excellent result in this early postoperative picture.
- [Before & After 6 Months](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/before-after-6-months/) - This patient had a combination of liposuction and excision of bilateral gynaecomastia.
- [Cyst Removal at 1 Week](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/cyst-removal-at-1-week/) - This cyst removal was from the patient's shoulder and care was taken to leave the scar so that it was hidden by the bra strap.
- [Example 1](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-01-2/) - This 60 year old lady is shown nearly 2 years before and after breast reduction.
- [Example 2](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-02-2/) - This 44 year old lady is shown 1 year before and after breast reduction.
- [Example 3](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-03-2/) - This 50 year old lady is shown 2 years after breast reduction. She has an asymmetry before surgery and this has been improved as well as her breasts being lifted and reduced.
- [Example 4](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-04-2/) - This 26 year old lady is shown 6 months after breast reduction surgery.
- [Example 5](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-05-2/) - This lady has had a massive breast reduction removing over 1 kg from each breast. She is shown here 4 months after surgery.
- [Example 6](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-06-2/) - This 17 year old lady is shown 8 months after breast reduction surgery.
- [Example 7](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-07/) - This 35 year old lady is shown 7 months after breast reduction surgery.
- [Example 8](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-08/) - This 20 year old lady had a massive breast reduction with over 1kg removed from each breast and is shown here 2 years after breast reduction surgery.
- [Example 9](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-09/) - This 24 year old lady is shown 6 months after breast reduction surgery.
- [Example 1](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-01-6/) - This shows a full tummy tuck at 15 months after surgery.
- [Example 2](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-02-6/) - This shows a full tummy tuck involving removal of 2312gms of tissue at 1 year after surgery.
- [Example 3](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-03-5/) - This shows a full tummy tuck with liposuction to the hips and flanks at 3 years after surgery.
- [Example 4](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-04-3/) - This shows a full tummy tuck involving removing 700gms of tissue. The tattoo demonstrates the amount of skin that has been removed.
- [Example 5](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-05-3/) - This lady is shown following tummy tuck. Note that she has a midline scar prior to surgery, which is removed during the tummy tuck operation.
- [Example 6](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-06-3/) - This lady is shown following a full tummy tuck with liposuction to the flanks.
- [Example 7](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-07-2/) - This lady is shown following a full tummy tuck at 7 weeks after surgery.
- [Example 8](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-08-2/) - This man has had significant weight loss and is shown following a full tummy tuck removing 829gms of tissue at 11 months after surgery.
- [Example 9](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-09-2/) - This lady has had significant weight loss and is shown following a fleur-de-lis tummy tuck at 1 year after surgery.
- [Example 1](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-01-9/) - This 42 year old lady is shown 7 months following breast lift. She has two children and had previously lost 4 stone in weight – both of these events cause the breasts to swell and then shrink. It is the redundant skin that fails to recoil that causes the breasts to droop. She was happy
- [Example 2](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-02-9/) - This lady is shown 5 months following bilateral breast lift.
- [Cyst Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/cyst-removal/) - This troublesome sebaceous cyst on the face is shown here at 6 weeks after cyst removal.
- [Tattoo Excision On The Elbow](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-01-10/) - This tattoo on the elbow has previously been treated with laser tattoo removal, which has faded it to a degree, but has not removed the colours, particularly the green. She had serial excision of the tattoo in 3 stages resulting in complete tattoo removal.
- [Example 12](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-12/) - This lady is shown with a mini tummy tuck before and after 9 months.
- [Example 11](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-11/) - This lady is shown with a mini tummy tuck before and after 6 weeks.
- [Example 10](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/example-10/) - This lady is shown following a fleur-de-lis tummy tuck before and after 3 months.
- [Up to 12 months cover for revision surgery](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/up-to-12-months-cover-for-revision-surgery/) - Staiano Plastic Surgery is proud to offer the Complete Aftercare Package in partnership with the Hospitals where you procedure will be carried out. It covers the treatment of any complications that may arise in the first 30 days following surgery. This means that you can be assured that you are fully covered in the unlikely
- [Overnight Stay](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/overnight-stay/) - This refers to breast augmentation patients. Breast augmentation can usually be performed as a day case procedure, however there is an overnight stay included in our complete aftercare package. This gives you the peace of mind that your private en suite room will be reserved for you for the night, whether or not you choose
- [Emotional Support](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/emotional-support/) - We realise that plastic surgery can be life-changing and you may find it hard to make these decisions. Everyone needs somebody to talk to. What if your close friends or family don’t understand? Will you feel judged by them? We offer two sessions, usually taken one preoperatively and one postoperatively, of individual patient support. We
- [Postoperative bras and garments](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/postoperative-bras-and-garments/) - For many years, Jonathan would tell his patients to bring a sports bra with them to wear postoperatively. Patients were frequently asking for guidance on the size and type of bra to buy (see my blog post). This does not really fit with the ethos of the clinic, which is to provide the best experience
- [Unlimited follow up appointments with your surgeon](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio-item/unlimited-follow-up-appointments-with-your-surgeon/) - All of the aftercare at Staiano Plastic Surgery is surgeon-led and we do not use salespeople or nurse advisers. We do not have a limit on the number of consultations that you can have either before or after surgery. We want to ensure that you are completely happy with your decision and so you can

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- [inverted nipple](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/inverted-nipple/)
- [lipoma](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/lipoma/)
- [areola reduction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/areola-reduction/)
- [cyst](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/cyst/)
- [blepharoplasty](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/blepharoplasty/)
- [skin cancer](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/skin-cancer/)
- [scar](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/scar/)
- [tattoo](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/tattoo/)
- [tummy tuck](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/tummy-tuck/)
- [earlobe repair](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/earlobe-repair/)
- [breast reduction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/tag/breast-reduction/)

## Procedure Categories

- [Skin Surgery](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/skin-surgery/)
- [Breast Implants](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-implants/) - Here at The STAIANO Clinic we have developed the ’10 Step Process For Choosing Your Ideal Breast Implant’ because there are a vast array of techniques, types of implants and opinions about breast implants and we see a lot of confusion out there.
- [Breast Reshaping](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/breast-reshaping/) - The only plastic surgery clinic in the UK specialising in breast reshaping. The Staiano Clinic is a fully independent clinic specialising in breast reshaping.
- [Body Contouring](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/body-contouring/) - The only plastic surgery clinic in the UK specialising in body contouring. The Staiano Clinic is a fully independent clinic specialising in body contouring.
- [See and Treat](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/procedures/see-and-treat/)

## Portfolio Categories

- [Tummy Tuck](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/tummy-tuck/)
- [Aftercare](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/aftercare/)
- [Breast Enlargement](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/breast-enlargement/)
- [Breast Reduction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/breast-reduction/)
- [Gynaecomastia Correction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/gynaecomastia-correction/)
- [Inverted Nipple Correction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/inverted-nipple-correction/)
- [Areola Reduction](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/areola-reduction/)
- [Mole Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/mole-removal/)
- [Breast Implant Replacements](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/breast-implant-replacements/)
- [Breast Lift](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/breast-lift/)
- [Tattoo Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/tattoo-removal/)
- [Cyst Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/cyst-removal/)
- [Lipoma Removal](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/lipoma-removal/)
- [Augmentation Mastopexy](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/augmentation-mastopexy/)
- [Blepharoplasty](https://www.staianoplasticsurgery.co.uk/portfolio_entries/blepharoplasty/)