News and Views

Pioneering World War II plastic surgery drawings to be exhibited for the first time

An exhibition at the Camberwell Art College opens showcasing 2,500 recently uncovered drawings of artist Dickie Orpen

11^th November 2008

BAPRAS warns patients will not get continuity of care if they go abroad for cosmetic procedures

A paper published in the Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, highlights that NHS resources are being used to treat patients who have gone aboard for cosmetic surgery because of deficiencies in post-operative care.

16^th October 2008

Talking to a surgeon before picking a cosmetic procedure leads to a more successful result

A recent survey of BAPRAS members showed that surgeons were willing to advise patients against surgery when there are unrealistic expectations, or if there are concerns about the patient’s motivation for having surgery.

25^th September 2008

BAPRAS says that teenagers should only have cosmetic surgery in exceptional cases

BAPRAS members comment on whether there should be a lower age limit imposed on plastic surgery procedures

27^th August 2008

BAPRAS joins Which? in fight against laser de-regulation

BAPRAS today joined Which? and other patient and professional organisations in opposing government plans to stop regulating cosmetic laser treatments from 1 October 2008

10^th July 2008

Plastic surgeons warn of bank holiday DIY dangers

BAPRAS is urging the public to be careful when doing DIY this bank holiday in case they end the weekend minus a finger.

22^nd May 2008

BAPRAS responds to news of availability of cosmetic surgery prizes in Europa International Lottery

BAPRAS Honorary Secretary, Hamish Laing comments

9^th January 2008

Self-regulation is not in the best interest of patients

BAPRAS urges the Government to resume plans to formally regulate cosmetic treatments

7^th January 2008