Frequently Asked Questions

If you are concerned with your facial skin elasticity, the appearance of their face and neck and/or noticing excess fat, lines and sag on their face you are a good candidate for a face lift. This is a popular procedure for men or women, and while the average age for patients is 40-50 years,  older patients have also had successful facelifts. 

If you are unhappy with the way your tummy looks, this could be an ideal procedure for you to regain confidence in your body. It is important you have a realistic idea of what abdominoplasty can do for you, that you are healthy and at a stable weight. It is not recommended if you plan to have children in the future.

If you are unhappy with the shape of your breasts you are an ideal candidate for a breast augmentation. If you are looking for projection and lift as well as a change in shape and size, you should look at a breast augmentation with a lift. 

If you feel that your breasts are sagging, you are the ideal candidate for a breast lift. If you are looking for a change in shape and/or size, you may want to get a breast augmentation with a lift. 

There is a lot that needs to be considered before undergoing gender reassignment surgery. Most individuals will have been beginning their transition for some time, and an ideal candidate is someone looking to take the next step. 

The best candidate for Gender Reassignment Surgery is someone who is:

• unhappy with the gender they are and wish to become the gender they associate with
• understanding that this is a permanent procedure
• aware of all of the steps
• aware of any legalities that are required in their country for changing name, gender etc. 

As with any cosmetic surgery procedure, it is imperative you speak to someone you trust, are happy in your life and are psychologically ready.

It is common for clients to have more than one cosmetic surgery procedures at one time. Whether you get two cosmetic surgery procedures such as a tummy tuck and facelift or breast augmentation and rhinoplasty or look into non-surgical procedures or dental procedures. Check out our packages or ask us about package options when you enquire.

This all depends on how you look after your body. If you stay relatively fit and trim it will last for many years. However, if you put on excessive weight or fall pregnant the skin will naturally stretch. As long as you keep yourself relatively fit and trim, and do not have another pregnancy, an abdominoplasty will last for many many years.

If you are a smoker it is imperative you stop smoking before your surgery - smoking and surgery do not mix and if you do smoke you are at a higher risk of any risks and complications. It is highly recommended that you stop smoking at least four weeks before and after your surgery. Smoking can cause problems with circulation and make the possibilities of complications more likely. While this is hard for a smoker, it is imperative to your health and safety that you do this. 

When you travel with Beautiful You Holidays you are not alone, someone from our team will be with you every step of the way. We are also on call 24 hours a day, so when you are recovering we are just a phone call away.

There will be swelling after your abdominoplasty, but this reduces over time. You will need to stay home from work for two to four weeks and should wait four to six weeks before resuming any strenuous activities. Within this time, the swelling will go down, although this can take several weeks to months to completely resolve.  It is important to remember this after your surgery, as abdominoplasty does not offer instant results, so it important to give yourself time to let the swelling and bruising go down. 

After your surgery, you will be in a surgical bra or bandaged. Because skin is removed and tissue is rearranged it takes time for the swelling to subside and your breasts to settle, so you can expect to be bruised, sore and swollen, but your surgeon will provide you with painkillers. Bandages are often removed after several days, and after that, it is often recommended you wear an athletic or support bra until swelling subsides. 

After surgery moderate swelling of the eyelids and other facial areas is common and there is usually some discomfort following, which can be managed with medications. While you will be moving around in a couple of days, it is advised you to relax for a week or so. Bruising and swelling can take four to six weeks to subside,  and any strenuous activity should be avoided until bruising and swelling subside. In terms of social activities, within two weeks the swelling should be reduced enough, however, many patients prefer to delay significant social activities for four weeks.

After surgery moderate swelling of the eyelids and other facial areas is common and there is usually some discomfort following, but this can be managed with medications. The skin may also feel dry and feel rough for a few months that can cause discomfort, however, using approved moisturisers and treatments will keep this at bay.

As with most surgical procedures, there is pain, swelling and discomfort. However, this can be managed with painkillers from your surgeon. Because your tummy has been tightened, it is likely you will have to remain bent at 45° for the best part of a week following abdominoplasty. 

As with most surgical procedures, there is pain, swelling and discomfort. However, this can be managed with painkillers from your surgeon. Wearing surgical bras and athletic or support bras will make a huge difference to any pain that you might experience. 

Yes, however, these scars are concealed within natural folds of the eyelids. Whether in the natural folds of the upper eyelid or inside the eyelid and beneath the lash line of the lower lids. 

These procedures are common in women of various ages and as long as you are fully developed it is okay to undergo this surgery, assuming you have thought this through and understand that as with any cosmetic surgery procedure, your surgery will not turn you into someone else and you should not rely on your procedure to change your life. It is also important you take into consideration pregnancy and breastfeeding if you are younger, as pregnancy can stretch and reduce the volume of the breasts, these factors can counter the benefits of breast lift and augmentation surgery

This is a procedure commonly requested by individuals 35 years and older, however, there have been cases of older and younger clients. If an individual has excess skin, sagging or ‘hooded’ eyes it is a common procedure no matter their age. It is simply that once individuals reach 35 these factors come to play with age. 

While it depends on the procedure you underwent, it is common to have to do the following:

• After the surgery per the surgeons instructions dilation (stretching the vagina walls periodically) should be done. Clients will be given dialators to wear inside the vagina to ensure it does not close over or change in shape.  It is common to do this for eight weeks following your vaginoplasty, however, the frequency that this is needed will change over time. 
• You will also need to clean the vagina regularly in a particular way as per surgeon’s instructions.

You will send photos to your surgeon prior to meeting them, and they will assess and get back to you with any questions. As a result, you may have to get a medical report from your doctor. It is also important that you fill out a medical questionnaire before you are accepted for any surgery, your surgeon will look over this and get in touch should there be any further questions. 

Risks and complications are minimised by using our highly-skilled, trusted doctors and nurses. However, with every precaution taken complications can still occur. These are rare and few patients experience any issues. If you have any concerns about your procedure and the possible preconditions and risks, discuss them with your doctor and nurses.

Potential Risks of Face Lifts include:

• Asymmetry
• Facial nerve damage  
• Bleeding
• A shifted hairline 
• Swelling
• Bruising
• Excessive scarring

Risks and complications are minimised by using our highly-skilled, trusted doctors and nurses. However, with every precaution taken complications can still occur. These are rare and few patients experience any issues. If you have any concerns about your procedure and the possible preconditions and risks, discuss them with your doctor and nurses.

Potential risks include:

Risks and complications are minimised by using our highly-skilled, trusted doctors and nurses. However, with every precaution taken complications can still occur. These are rare and few patients experience any issues. If you have any concerns about your procedure and the possible preconditions and risks, discuss them with your doctor and nurses.

• Infection
• Blood clots
• Scarring
• Numbness and other permanent change in skin sensation
• Bleeding

Risks and complications are minimised by using our highly-skilled, trusted doctors and nurses. However, with every precaution taken complications can still occur. These are rare and few patients experience any issues. If you have any concerns about your procedure and the possible preconditions and risks, discuss them with your doctor and nurses.

Potential risks include:

• Tearing, itchy, burning eyes or dry eyes
• Light sensitivity
• Blurred or double vision for several days.
• Scarring is another possible complication.
• Difficulty closing their eyes when asleep
• Lower lids that appear to be pulled down, this is a rare condition, called ectropion, and it may require additional surgery.
• Asymmetry

Risks and complications are minimised by using our highly-skilled, trusted doctors and nurses. However, with every precaution taken complications can still occur. These are rare and few patients experience any issues. If you have any concerns about your procedure and the possible preconditions and risks, discuss them with your doctor and nurses.
Potential Risks of Breast Implant include:

• There is the chance of a capsular formation, a fibrous layer our bodies forms naturally around foreign bodies, such as breast implants. This can distort the shape and feel of the breast and in rare cases lead to the capsule needing to be removed and the implant replaced. However, newer implants have reduced this problem.
• Some women have reported an increase or reduction in nipple sensation following breast enlargement. These are often temporary changes, but in few cases have be long term.
• Implants leading or breaking, which is very rare and less likely with modern implants. However, the shape and feel of the breasts can change if this were to happen, which could lead to the removal of the implant.
• The implant can sit partially above and partially below the inframammary fold, known as a double bubble. 
• Skin can ripple and wrinkles can appear on the skin near the implant
• Breast implants could impact your ability to breastfeed, however, there no evidence suggests there are health risks to the child
• Excessive scarring 

Once you get in touch with us, we will arrange everything from your consultations/appointments with your chosen cosmetic surgeon to your drop you off and pick you up. Our packages include your hotel/apartment accommodation and your hospital accommodation, your surgery and all the transport you need. All you need to do is get in touch - and book your flights. 

There are a few procedures for male to female transition that can be performed all at once, however, should you wish or should your surgeon recommend you can only get one or two of them. 

Orchiectomy (removal of the testicles)
An orchiectomy is a quick procedure and is often performed as part of a more comprehensive reassignment process. It is imperative to recognise that without testicles male hormone testosterone will not be produced. 

Penectomy (removal of the penis)
This procedure can be performed as a single procedure or as part of the gender reassignment process should the individual want to create female genitals. During the penectomy, the urethra will also be shortened and redirected. 

Vaginoplasty (creating a vagina)
This procedure is to improve the function of the body part and should not be confused with labiaplasty, which is more for aesthetic purposes. A vaginoplasty is used to create a vagina and is often done so by using the skin of the penis and turning it inside out to create the walls of the vagina. Of course, this depends on the size of the penis and the surgeon's techniques. During this procedure, it is also common to alter the urethra by is shortening and repositioning it, this is another difference in anatomy between men and women. It is also common to include a labiaplasty and clitoroplasty to create female genitals that are aesthetic, minimally scarred, and sensitive to sexual arousal. 

Facial Feminisation 
The way in which this is achieved varies on the individual, but the following are common procedures used.

• Brow Lift 
• Facelift 
• Otoplasty 
• Rhinoplasty 

Also, tracheal shave (reducing the size of the Adam’s Apple)

• Body Contouring
• The way in which this is achieved varies on the individual, but the following are common procedures used.
• Liposuction
• Tummy Tuck
• Breast Augmentation
• Buttock implant 

Before meeting with your surgeon you will have sent recent photos of yourself, and between this and any measurements, your surgeon has requested they will give you a realistic idea of what can be achieved with this procedure. During your consultation, you will discuss any medical conditions, concerns, questions and also you will discuss finer details of the procedure such as; where the incisions and resulting scars will be as all surgeons and their techniques differ.

Gender reassignment surgery, or Sex reassignment surgery (SRS) is the surgical procedure (or procedures) where elements of an individual's physical appearance and function of existing sexual features are altered to fit the gender they associate with. There are varying elements to a gender reassignment procedure, and these all vary on the individual's needs and wishes. Some procedures include; Orchiectomy or removal of the testicles, Penectomy or removal of the penis plus urethroplasty, Vaginoplasty or creating a vagina, Facial Feminisation, Body Contouring Surgery and many other procedures. If you are interested or simply want to see what your options are, get in touch.

Transgender people are individuals who the gender they were born, or assigned at birth, does not fit them. Whether this is individuals born female who identify as male (female-to- male) or individuals born male who identify as female (male-to- female). Transgender people also include people who identify as gender neutral, and/or gender-free—people who may not identify as either male or female. Transsexual people are individuals who choose to medically transition to the gender that is right for them.

Transitioning takes a lot of time, both mentally and physically, and the way it is done differs drastically between individuals. Some people who come out as transgender are only comfortable telling a close circle of friends while others choose to change their name, their pronouns, their style of dress, and their appearance. 

A medical transition, such as gender reassignment surgery also known as Sex reassignment surgery or SRS is a big step and is one that you need to talk to close friends, family and at times a healthcare professional before proceeding. 

An incision is made in the natural creases of the eyelids, then fat is removed and any which excess skin is taken away. Blepharoplasty is normally performed under a local anaesthetic or under a general anaesthetic, so you won’t feel a thing.

An incision will be made along the bikini line and can go from hip to hip, then any excess skin and fat are taken from the muscles of your abdomen up towards your rib cage. Once any excess fat and skin have been removed remaining skin is drawn down and stitched into position. You will be under general anaesthetic, so you won’t feel a thing.

There are experienced people will you at every step of the way, but, as with any other surgery all over the world, there is the small chance of risk and complications. The most important thing is to discuss any concerns with your surgeon, follow their instructions and reach out to our team should you have any questions before and after surgery. 

A breast lift is used when you are unhappy with the projection of your breasts, for example, the might be sagging. There are three major kinds of breast lifts, which all depend on the type of incision:

• The donut:  A donut-shaped incision is made around the areola. The amount of lift with this method is limited, so the technique offers mild correction for sagging.
• The lollipop: Vertical incisions circle the areola and go down. It is becoming a popular option as it offers correction for moderate to severe sagging.
• The anchor This incision starts with lollipop incisions, then adds horizontal incisions along the breast crease. This is an older technique is that offers correction for extreme cases of sagging.

It is common to get a breast lift with an augmentation, which changes not only the projection but also the size and shape of your breasts. 

A facelift, clinically known as rhytidectomy, is a procedure that reduces the appearance of ageing with the goal of improving the overall appearance of the face and jaw. It literally lifts the skin to tighten the skin on the neck and face. 

It is a cosmetic procedure, most commonly known as an eyelift. It is performed on the upper and/or lower eyelids to create a more youthful, awake appearance. A blepharoplasty removes excess fat and skin from around the eyes.

It is a cosmetic surgery procedure, most commonly known as a tummy tuck. It is a procedure that removes excess fat and skin from the tummy area where fat has accumulated after pregnancy, ageing or massive weight loss.

Someone from our team is there every step of the way to make sure you can relax and recuperate. From the moment you wake up, there is staff there to help you. You will be chauffeured to and from your hotel so you don't have to worry about that. Once you are back in your room, our staff are around to help you get anything you need and to lend any emotional support. Once you are able to get around and moving you can explore or simply relax and recover at your hotel.

While it depends on the procedure you underwent, it is common to experience the following:

• Pain and discomfort following the surgery, this can be managed by painkillers prescribed by the surgeon.
• After 4 to 6 weeks clients will be able to return to light work. Strenuous work and exercise can begin by 6 to 8 weeks. 

All of the hospitals we use are of the highest standard, with world-class surgeons. All of the hospitals have been accredited to an international standard and just because they are overseas does not mean the standard, quality and cleanliness is any less than at home. 

All of our cosmetic surgeons are Board Certified F.R.C.S. (Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons). They have studied and worked in the UK, USA, Australia and throughout the world. They have specialised in a variety of areas and are on par with leading cosmetic surgeons in your own country. The low cost of surgery in Malaysia does not imply low quality. You can find out more about our team of surgeons on our Cosmetic Surgeons page.

After surgery moderate swelling of the eyelids and other facial areas is common and there is usually some discomfort following, which can be managed with medications. The skin may also feel dry and feel rough for a few months. 

Immediately after surgery large, fluffy dressing is often applied and removed within one day after surgery and replaced with an elastic wrap. In some cases, drainage tubes will have been left under certain areas of the skin to reduce post-surgical swelling. After a few days, these and any stitches will be removed.

While you will be moving around in a couple of days, it is advised you to relax for a week or so. Any strenuous activity should be avoided until bruising and swelling subside, this can take four to six weeks. In terms of social activities, within two weeks the swelling should be reduced enough, however, many patients prefer to delay significant social activities for four weeks.

After your surgery it is common to experience pain, abdominal swelling soreness and bruising, all of which can be managed with pain medication provided by your surgeon. It is also common to notice reduced energy levels anywhere from a few weeks to a few months after surgery. You will need to stay home from work for two to four weeks and should wait four to six weeks before resuming any strenuous activities. Within this time, the swelling will go down, although this can take several weeks to months to completely resolve.  Any scars as a result of the surgery will fade in three months to two years.

Eyes are often lubricated and covered with bandages after surgery and after a week stitches are removed, however, bruising and swelling will continue to subside for a little longer. After 10 days normal activity can be resumed, but strenuous activity, such as lifting and exercise must wait three weeks. For the first few weeks, sunblock and sunglasses are required. 

Pain and discomfort can be managed with oral medications and you will also be prescribed antibiotics to prevent any infection. You will also be given a list of things that you should and shouldn't do following your surgery, such as:

• Using a cold compress to help bruising and swelling subside
• Using lubricating eye drops for itchiness or irritations
• Keeping your head elevation to prevent blood clots 
• Not wearing makeup
• No drinking alcohol
• No watching television
• No wearing contact lenses

This really depends on your job and what your daily tasks look like. It is important to wait until you feel fit, and until you get the okay from your surgeon. Most patients are able to return to work after two weeks. It is important to remember that it is recommended you stay on holiday for 14 to 21 nights, depending on the extent of your surgery. During which this you will have follow up appointments with your surgeon. 

This really depends on your job and what your daily tasks look like. It is important to wait until you feel fit, and until you get the okay from your surgeon. It is important to bear in mind there will be swelling, so it depends on your job and also how comfortable you feel returning while the swelling is still visible. 

This procedure is for individuals looking to get rid of excess fat, whether it be from childbirth or weight loss. It is not for weight loss.

The best candidate for abdominoplasty is someone who is:

• Noticing large fat deposits in the lower abdomen that does not shift with diet and exercise 
• Noticing loose abdomen skin as a result of extreme weight loss, multiple pregnancies
• At a stable weight 
• Healthy
• Older and experiencing loss of skin elasticity 

It is so important that you understand you will not see results straight away. Your body needs to recover and the swelling can take time to subside. But, once it starts to go down you will start to see a difference. Give yourself time and then you will see the full results. 

You will not see results instantly, as you need to let the swelling go down. Once this happens, and the bruising fades, you will start to see a difference. Although it can take a week for this to happen. It is also important to understand that when you wake up, your eyes will appear more swollen. This is normal and it will go down as you start to move around, and with time this will stop. 

It is imperative to understand that it may take several months for your breasts to settle into their new place and the full results of your augmentation and/or lift may not be visible for many weeks. This is due to the swelling in the area, which takes time to subside. 

Majority of the incisions are made within the hairline, or hidden in other creases in your natural face-shape. This means you will not have to worry about scars!

This is something you need to discuss with your surgeon pre-surgery, as each surgeon has their own technique. Most surgeons, however, make the main incision horizontally below the bikini line which can be hidden by your underwear or bikini. 

There are various reasons why it is cheaper, but none have anything to do with lesser standards. The main reasons are; 

• The cost of living is cheaper in South East Asia
• The exchange rate
• No tax is charged on medical treatments in Malaysia 

Bangkok comes out on top as one of the most popular destinations in the world for medical tourism, as Thailand rapidly emerges as a popular centre for health and wellness. With high-quality medical care offered at far lower prices than other countries, this comes as no surprise. With attentive, discerning treatment, patients who travel to Bangkok for cosmetic treatments get some of the best care in the world.

It is possible that you could make it cheaper by downgrading hotels and having shorter stays. However, our experience and partnerships mean we have trustworthy surgeons, drivers and staff on the ground. All of these little things make a huge difference and take any of the stress out of your trip. It also means that if you go alone, you are never really alone as we have people there to support you whatever you may need. We have helped hundreds of people have the perfect cosmetic surgery holiday so we know what works and what you need, and want.

Malaysia is fast becoming a preferred destination for individuals seeking surgeries at a fraction of the cost than it would be in their home countries, and this sector is growing year on year. With the Malaysian government's investment tax allowance, private healthcare facilities who promote medical tourism have been encouraged to invest in internationally recognised accreditation schemes and medical equipment. This means they have a sophisticated healthcare infrastructure and can ensure care standards are attractive and in the best interest of those seeking treatment in Malaysia.
 

As one of the most popular destinations in Thailand and the biggest island, Phuket is famed for its picturesque beaches - the perfect place to relax after your cosmetic and dental procedures. Understandably, it is known for its hospitality and smiling faces care before, during and after your procedures is of an unbeatable standard.

This procedure is not designed to remove wrinkles and crow's feet. It is used to remove excess skin and fat. If you are after treatments to reduce wrinkles, get in touch and we can recommend the best treatment for you.