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Surgery @ Court House Clinics – Updated

Court House Clinics are please to welcome their new additions to their surgical team, they include:

Dr Paul Banwell – Mr Banwell is a plastic reconstructive surgeon who has made a reputation for himself as one of the field leaders of wound healing and scarring. He offers the full range of procedures that we offer at Court House Clinics such as breast augmentations / lifts / reductions, facial surgery as well as many body and contouring procedures.

Dr Mir Malkani – Mr Malkani is one of the very few elite group of surgeons who are recognized in the UK as a FUE – hair transplant surgeons. At Court House Clinics we have seen the demand increase for this type of procedure over the past couple of years and spike as media coverage included celebrities such as Gordon Ramsey and most recently Wayne Rooney having been reported as having the treatment.

If you would like to make any enquiries about anything to do with surgery at Court House Clinics please call 0845 555 5050 or get in touch with us via email cosmeticsurgery@courthouseclinics.com where our dedicated surgical team will be available to help you with your enquiry.

NEW SURVEY FINDS THE NUMBER OF HAIR RESTORATION PROCEDURES PERFORMED WORLDWIDE INCREASED 11 PERCENT

Court House Clinics hair restoration expert cites more middle-aged men and women seeking permanent solution for hair loss.

According to statistics released from a recent member survey conducted by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) – the world’s leading medical authority on hair loss and hair restoration – lackluster worldwide economic growth in 2010 did not put the brakes on the number of people investing in hair restoration surgery to treat hair loss.

Approximately 279,381 hair restoration procedures were performed worldwide in 2010, up 11 percent from 2008. This increase coincides with a significant jump in the total number of hair restoration patients worldwide – from 811,363 patients in 2008 to 923,599 patients in 2010.

“Hair is an integral part of our identity, and hair loss has been shown to have a negative impact on a person’s overall quality of life,” said Dr. Mir Malkani of Court House Clinics. “Whether you are looking for an edge in the workplace or more satisfaction in your personal life, hair restoration surgery offers the inherent benefits of looking younger and feeling more self confident that many people are finding is well worth the investment.”

While some might think that only older men are undergoing hair transplant surgery, the survey found that the majority (83 percent) of first time hair restoration patients in 2010 were between 30 and 49 years old. In addition, although the majority of hair restoration patients are men, women are increasingly seeking help for hair loss. In 2010, 85.9 percent of all hair restoration surgical patients worldwide were male and 14.1 percent were female. Since 2004, the number of female surgical hair restoration patients worldwide increased 24 percent. More

Dr Robin Stones presents at FACE 2011

Last weekend saw this year’s highly anticipated FACE conference at the Royal College of Physician’s, London, and Micro-Medical Skin-Needling was once again a key topic on the agenda. The conferences clinical programme featured lectures and seminars from many of the finest international medical aesthetic physicians and surgeons including the UK’s Dr Robin Stones. Dr Stones ; a Specialist Doctor in Dermatology, Cosmetic Physician and Medical Director of Court House Clinics, made a presentation on Micro-medical skin-needling in medical aesthetics – current, emerging and future indications and treatments. Dr Stones has worked in private cosmetic practice for the past 13 years and in NHS dermatology practice for 25 years. He has a special interest in dermatological laser procedures and is a tutor and examiner in this field. He believes in a holistic approach to skin and facial rejuvenation, often combining conventional dermatological and aesthetic treatments and micro-medical skin-needling has become a key part of his practice in recent years. He has spoken at numerous conferences on various aspects of cosmetic practice.
Dr Stones began by giving an overview of the history of the micro-needling procedure, from its use as a ‘subcision’ technique where the fibrotic bands beneath tethered scars are ‘subcised’ to release the scar, to the development of a medical-device roller with multiple micro-medical skin-needles to stimulate collagen production and skin regeneration. He described the technique itself and discussed the current indications for micro-medical skin-needling, namely acne scarring, ageing and photo-damaged skin, using data and images from clinical studies and practice to demonstrate the success in these areas so far.

Dr Stones stated the importance of using sterile medical devices that carry a bona-fide CE mark and that he used the Genuine Dermaroller™ medical devices because of their quality and regulatory compliance.

He then spoke about two developing indications for micro-medical skin-needling: stretch marks and trauma scars. Stretch marks are a common problem and a notoriously difficult problem to treat; Dr Stones presented his own and other case studies in which patients had an excellent improvement in their stretch marks after a course of Genuine Dermaroller™ treatments, and how these results needed to encourage further studies to demonstrate the reproducibility of these results. Two recent papers on the treatment of hypertrophic burn scars and inactive keloid scars also showed how great a benefit the treatment can provide to serious clinical conditions and again how the good results that can be obtained in this area were encouraging further clinical developments and studies.

To finish, Dr Stones discussed what can be expected in the future for micro-needling which is what many practitioners we know have been using for some time: combination treatments.
He reviewed the opportunity for protocols combining micro-needling techniques radiofrequency for enhanced results and his own protocols where he combines Genuine Dermaroller™ Therapy™ with light therapy and with hyaluronic acid and how the latter is an ideal candidate for combination therapies due to its hydrating and volumising properties and referred to a protocol for facial rejuvenation used by The Cosmetic Skin Clinic’s Dr Tracy Mountford. Eagle eyed readers will also recall that a combination of Hyaluronic Acid and Genuine Dermaroller Therapy was used recently by Dr Jonquille Chantrey on Embarrassing Bodies – Diagnosis Live.

For more information on Dr Robin Stones and the Court House Clinics please visit www.courthouseclinics.com

Soprano Pain free approved

After thorough market research, Court House Clinics proves that Sorpano Laser Hair Removal is in fact pain free. We asked our laser hair removal patients, new and old to take a quick survey on there experience of the hair removal method, and tell us exactly how they felt whilst having the procedure. A massive 86% of our patients that participated claimed that they felt no pain while having the treatment and would gladly have more treatment done themselves or recommend it to family and friends.

When it comes to Soprano, the sweeping In-Motion Laser technology means a treatment can be completed very quickly and pain-free compared to traditional methods of IPL or laser hair removal this make soprano ideal for people with busy lifestyles and limited time to spend on hair removal. The results are rapid and long lasting. The treatment will free up all the time you used to spend shaving, waxing and plucking.

Wilmslow Site Approved!

Season’s greetings to all you beautiful people!

Court House Clinics is proud to shout about opening a new site up in Wilmslow, Cheshire in the new year! We are all very excited to see it up and running. We are being featured in Cheshire life where there will be discount codes printed for January so you should keep your eyes out for that and grab yourselves a bargain in the new year sales! The clinic address is: 3 Swan Street, Wilmslow Cheshire, SK9 1HF – keep that one handy for your address books! We will be offering our usual extensive range of skin care and medical aesthetic treatments such as botox anti aging wrinkle injections, laser tattoo removal & laser hair removal wilmslow.

We will announce our launch party night closer to the date + will update with photos of the new clinic as and when the project is completed!

Hello Bournemouth!

Court House Clinics is opening its doors in Bournemouth! We opened our first clinic in Brentwood Essex back in 1998. And since that time we have helped thousands of clients improve their appearance and self confidence with non surgical treatments like Botox (botox bournemouth), fillers and painless hair removal (laser hair removal bournemouth) and also with cosmetic surgery. Our Bournemouth clinic will offer our full range of treatments with the same dedicated staff of Medical Aestheticians and Cosmetic Doctors who are fully trained and qualified in their fields. If you would like to find out more why not pop along and have a chat with one of our front of house managers who will introduce you to our clinic and the treatments we provide. We look forward to seeing you!

New London Clinical Director

We are pleased to welcome a fresh young face to the Court House Clinic team. Dr Danielle Meagher joins us as Clinical Director, London and brings with her a new approach to facial aesthetics. Danielle who originally trained as a dentist is affectionately known as “Dr Gentle” because her skill with injectable treatments like Botox and Dermal Fillers means that her clients experience no trauma and definitely no drama! Danielle is regularly featured in the media and its no surprise that she treats a number of high profile celebrities and clients because her gentle technique and “less is more” approach is incredibly appealing to people with busy lives who are constantly in the public eye.  Danielle has pioneered a number of treatments including “Lite Botox” that refers to a much smaller dose of Botox being administered to provide a natural rejuvenated look that is a great preventative anti ageing measure once you hit your late 20’s and 30’s. As Danielle points out it is better to stop the signs of ageing sooner rather than later. She also specialises in “Man-Tox” which is becoming more and more popular with men who now see Botox as a way to help them stay on top of their game in the work place. “Man-Tox” can help them look less stern, stressed, and more approachable and of course younger which is beneficial in today’s highly competitive market. So Dr Gentle is definitely the doc to see for all the latest techniques and if you are nervous about aesthetic treatments or if it’s your first time having Botox or fillers her gentle approach will make the whole process less traumatic and more comfortable and you will love the results!

Botox for Men

I saw Simon Cowell being interviewed by Piers Morgan at the weekend and he was asked “do you have Botox injections?” Simon, obviously no shrinking violet, replied whilst pointing to a smooth forehead “of course I do, it’s like having your hair cut”. He then looked at Piers who has a prominent smooth forehead, and chided him saying “and of course so do you!” Piers was indignant and embarrassed and said “I don’t”. Simon rather forcefully replied “well show me how you frown”.  He could not, much to the merriment of Simon and the audience! This shows the two extremes of public reaction to having cosmetic work. I am pleased to say slowly it is changing where denial is on the way out and an acceptance of such treatments becoming more commonplace.

Over the last 5 years at Court House Clinics we have seen a steady increase in the number of men requesting cosmetic treatments and Botox is the most popular choice. The frown and wrinkly foreheads are the most common problem. “I feel fine but colleagues say i look cross all the time”. Botox reduces, not completely removes  these movements giving a natural more youthful appearance. For men this is particularly important with pressures in the work environment in addition to social activities!

-Dr Patrick Bowler

10 minute Botox jabs in Debenhams

Debenhams are to offer 10 minute Botox jabs to customers… a spokesperson for the department store chain claims that this will make the procedure easier for shoppers to fit the treatment into their busy daily schedules. But is this the sort of thing we should be encouraging the public to do? Court House Clinics firmly believes that a medical procedure like Botox should be performed in a medical environment by skilled practitioners. Our medical director Dr Patrick Bowler is the co founder of the British Association of Cosmetic doctors an organisation that has strived to help regulate the cosmetic industry and help protect the public. That’s why at our clinics our injectables are administered by cosmetic doctors, we don’t remote prescribe to nurses or therapists. Although Botox is a perfectly safe procedure when administered correctly by a qualified practitioner, the decision to have the treatment is still an important one and should not be slotted into a busy shopping trip! It should be considered carefully and you should be aware that Botox can have unpleasant side effects if given incorrectly. Too much and you could spend the next three months with droopy eyelids, eyebrows that don’t work together, or, if you have too much near your mouth, drooling! So our advice is not to have it done in a nail salon, hairdressers or a department store. Visit a qualified, experienced doctor and if time is an issue we have plenty of flexible, last minute appointments available for busy time sensitive clients. Don’t compromise!

An Uplifting Experience

Court House Clinics has introduced Breform™, the revolutionary and permanent internal bra system that holds you in all the right places and never lets you down! Breform™ restores the once youthful, natural and original appearance of your breasts without the necessity of silicone or saline implants.

Breform™ provides a permanent solution for women with medium ‘droopy’ breasts. It is ideal for restoring shape and lift particularly for women who have lost their natural shape after having children. The Breform™ internal bra is made of polyester which has been employed in reconstructive surgery for over 40 years with a 100% acceptance and no reported allergic reactions. It is currently the only breast support system to come with a permanent guarantee of never loosing its shape whereas a traditional breast uplift only lasts for a maximum of 10 years.

Breform™ is an ideal solution to perk up your breasts without invasive surgery or implants. Women are advised that they must be past child bearing, of an ideal, stable weight and a non smoker prior to the procedure so as to obtain the best possible and permanent results. Breform is also suitable for women having undergone a mastectomy wanting an even appearance.

One of our patients Claire Coleman 42 from Gloucestershire was the 5th woman in the UK to have the procedure with our surgeon Dr Dalvi Humzah. She told her exciting story to the Daily Mail and also appeared on BBC News! She is thrilled with her new shape and the surgery has boosted her confidence now that she has dropped from a 36D to a C-cup.

‘I was seeing a new partner and, despite the scarring, I was much more forthright undressing in front of him. Even though we have since broken up, I’m feeling so much better about dating and relationships in the future because I am totally comfortable about being naked now. In fact, I’d even go without a bra in the day.’