London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi condemns the decision of private clinics not to replace PIP implants free of charge

2012-01-20T15:11:00.002Z

As the scandal surrounding substandard PIP implants continues to unfold, it has recently come to light that some of Britain’s largest cosmetic surgery clinics, have taken the decision not to replace PIP implants free of charge. Even more damningly, many stand accused of trying to ‘fob off’ women by discouraging them from coming in for checks on the substandard implants and saying that women may need to wait for up to a month before they will learn whether or not they have PIP implants. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of The London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street points out that ‘It is hugely unethical that some of the country’s largest clinics will not remove these implants; I am also surprised that such large organisations seem to be unsure of what products were used for which patients’.

It also seems that some private clinics have been misrepresenting advice given by MHRA. The Times reported this weekend that one clinic’s ‘PIP enquiry script’ advises call handlers to tell women that ‘The MHRA’s current advice is that if you are not experiencing any changes in your breasts then not to worry and only patients that think that their implants have ruptured ought to seek advice from their surgeon. What this means is that there is no need for a scan or for you to remove your implants unless you are showing clear signs of rupture.’ The enquiry script goes on to say: ‘Please do not advise all PIP enquiry patients to have a scan; this is not necessary and is not the guidance which has been given by either the Department of Health or the MHRA’.

Doctor Ayham Al-Ayoubi says that the above recommendations one clinic is currently issuing to patients are ‘simply wrong’. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi goes on to say ‘it is shocking that this clinic is misrepresenting the Government’s advice in this way, the way in which they have selectively quoted the MHRA is extremely misleading for patients. Currently, it seems that this clinic is not acting in its patient’s best interests’. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi goes on to say that ‘It is essential that any woman who is concerned about PIP implants attends a consultation with her surgeon to determine whether or not she needs a scan. If it is decided that a scan is needed the woman should then be offered one. This is the way in which the NHS is handling its own patients who have had PIP implants and private clinics should certainly be offering the same service to their own patients.’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says that ‘it is important to bear in mind that the clinics which are refusing to remove PIP implants are by no means representative of the ethics of the industry as a whole. At The London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic we would most certainly offer correct advice to concerned women, as well as removing the implants as quickly as possible and free of charge.’ Currently eight UK clinics have committed to removing and replacing PIP implants free of charge, while others have refused to do so. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is also shocked that private clinics are putting further strain on the NHS, which will provide scans and remove implants if private clinics refuse to do so. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says that ‘it is wholly unfair that the NHS must care for private sector patients because some clinics have abandoned their duty of care towards their patients. At the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at number one Harley Street we take our duty of care towards our patients extremely seriously and would certainly not allow the NHS to clear up this mess’.

Some clinics have attempted to justify their decisions by pointing out that that replacing all PIP implants would cost over £40 million and that these sorts of costs would bankrupt clinics. However, Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says that ‘this justification is simply not acceptable. The CEOs of these clinics are businessmen not Doctors; however they ought to appreciate that as Surgeons it is essential that we consider the welfare of our patients before profits. These clinics have profited significantly from the breast augmentations they have performed and PIP implants have improved their already wide profit margins due to the fact that they are cheaper than other implants on the market. Patients are now left waiting anxiously and confused by conflicting advice, which is simply unacceptable and certainly not what I would consider to be the correct way in which to practice medicine. At the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, if something were to go wrong we would take immediate responsibility and correct the problem no matter what the cost, because that is the ethical way in which we choose to operate our clinic.’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi provides a few answers to the most frequently asked questions about PIP implants

2012-01-06T15:57:00.005Z

Who are PIP?
PIP (Poly Implants Prostheses) was a company operating out
of France from 1996 which was licensed to make breast implants from medical
silicone.

What is wrong with their implants?
Problems were found with PIP implants as early as 2000 when
eleven deviations of ‘good manufacturing practices’ were discovered at their
factory. At this time PIP recalled all of its hydrogel implants which were withdrawn from the market. However the real problem began in 2001 when PIP began using industrial silicone in their implants and dispensed with the protective shell, which meant that the implants were far more likely to rupture.

What should I do if I think I have had PIP implants?
The French government are currently advising all women who have had PIP implants to have them removed and women in the UK are advised to contact that clinic or hospital who performed their breast augmentation procedure.

What side effects or symptoms am I likely to have?
If your implants have ruptured you are likely to experience hardening of the breast tissue and you are likely to feel lumps of silicone in the arm pit. Many women also experience pain in their breasts, usually a dull ache or burning pain in one or both
breasts. This pain is due to the irritant nature of the industrial grade silicone.

Can PIP implants cause cancer?
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency is
satisfied that PIP implants do not cause cancer, going as far as saying ‘there
is no evidence of an association’ (between cancer and PIP implants).

I have breastfed my child with PIP implants, is the likely to have caused my child any harm?
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency have
looked into this issue in depth and have concluded that PIP implants do not harm babies.

Did my surgeon know that these implants were substandard?
Absolutely not. The implants were quality marked for sale in Europe because PIP began manufacturing them using medical grade silicone, so you can rest assured that your surgeon used them in good faith.

How to stop snoring? Daily Mail interviewed Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-12-11T14:57:00.032Z

Every night millions of Britons are engaged — often obliviously — in a snoring chorus of rumbles, rasps and grunts while

their suffering partners lie awake beside them. A recent study found many of us lose the equivalent of three weeks sleep every year because of our other halves' snoring.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says: "It's a widely under-reported problem that can have a significant impact on people's well-being and relationships," A recent study found many of us lose the equivalent of three weeks' sleep every year because of our other halves' snoring "I have seen two people who said they would have to cancel their engagement if their partners' snoring

couldn't be fixed."

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says: "In the majority of cases, simple lifestyle changes can have a big impact," Sometimes, however, the problem may require surgery.There are potential risks to the snorer's health, too, as certain types of snoring make you prone to high blood pressure, diabetes and even stroke. An estimated three million Britons snore regularly. The causes range from allergies to a late-night tipple and being overweight. Pinpointing the root of the problem is key to finding the right treatment. So how can you — or your long-suffering partner — work out what's behind your snoring?

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi reveals the different types of snoring, and how to tackle them...

NASAL SNORER

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says: The classic 'snore' — a low-frequency fluttering or rumbling noise. "It sounds like someone doing an impersonation of someone snoring, or Darth Vader,"

THE CAUSE: If your nasal passages are partially blocked, more air is forced through the mouth while you sleep. This extra pressure causes the soft and dangling tissue of the throat to collapse. When it's collapsed, the soft tissue vibrates as air rushes past it, emitting the characteristic snoring sound. A common cause is an allergy or sinus infection which causes inflammation and swelling of the lining tissues.

Deformities of the nose such as a deviated septum (where the wall of cartilage that separates one nostril from the other is crooked) or nasal polyps (fleshy, non-cancerous growths) can also cause obstruction and sleep problems.

TAKE THE TEST: Stand in front of a mirror, holding one nostril closed and breathe in. If the open nostril tends to collapse, try propping it open by holding the outer rim with the clean end of a matchstick. Now, with your mouth closed, try breathing in through your nose — if breathing is easier with the nostril propped open, you could be a nasal snorer.

Allergies can be seasonal, such as hay-fever. However, if your nose is blocked all year round, this suggests a structural problem with the nose rather than an allergy. Other symptoms to look for include a dry mouth, bad breath or headaches caused by dehydration.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains : The saliva dries in the open mouth as the air rushes to the back of the throat. Without saliva, the bacteria that cause bad breath can flourish. "If you snore and you need to constantly sip a glass of water by your bedside through the night, some form of nasal obstruction could be to blame."

WHAT YOU CAN DO: Breathe Right nasal dilator strips— special plasters you put on the outside of the nose which stretch the nostrils open — can provide extra external support to improve airflow, explains Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi. "In extreme cases we can perform surgery to insert small rods, or silver rings, which keep the airways open," he says. If you have a deviated septum, an operation to straighten it, known as a septoplasty, is also possible.

Dr Ayahm Al-Ayoubi Adds:Polyps can be surgically removed with total resolution of the snoring. If you think allergies may be to blame, ask your GP for testing. "Using a mattress cover and man-made fibres for duvets and pillows can eliminate dust and house mites, a common cause of nasal congestion, and using nasal steroid sprays for a minimum of two months can help,".

TONGUE SNORER

Drinking alcohol just before bed can exacerbate the problem of tongue snoring by relaxing the muscles that support the tongue

SOUNDS LIKE: A high-pitched snore that comes in fits and starts, and stops when you roll on your side.

"The sound made by a tongue-based snorer is often higher pitched as it's more focused on the denser tongue muscle rather than the flappy palate," says Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi. “It also tends to be in shorter bursts rather than the continuous flapping vibration of the soft tissue in the throat."

THE CAUSE: Roughly 30-50 per cent of snorers are tongue-based snorers,' says Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi."Here, the tongue is in the wrong position, blocking the air flow through to the throat — perhaps as a result of a small lower jaw; or else the supporting muscles are too relaxed, allowing the tongue to fall back when you lie down, or you could simply have an overly-large tongue."

Drinking alcohol just before bed, sleeping pills and other medication such as antihistamines can exacerbate the problem by relaxing the muscles that support the tongue. Men in particular suffer from tongue-based snoring because they tend to put on weight around the neck, explains Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, and this can cause “a build-up of fatty tissue around the base of the tongue, constricting the airways".

TAKE THE TEST: Stick your tongue out as far as it will go and grip it between your teeth, says Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi. Now try to make a snoring noise. If the snoring noise is reduced with your tongue in this forward position, then you are probably what is known as a "tongue-base snorer".

WHAT YOU CAN DO: If your tongue is falling too far back, a bespoke mandibular advancement device (MAD) has been shown to be effective in the majority of users, says Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi.

This is in effect a plastic mouth guard that pulls the lower jaw and in turn, the tongue forward to open the airways. A low-tech solution to prevent the tongue falling into the back of the throat is sewing a tennis ball into the back of your pyjamas. “This simply prevents you sleeping on your back," he says.

Losing weight and avoiding night-caps and smoking (which irritates the throat and nasal linings) are also important.

MOUTH SNORER

Mouth snorer: Low-frequency rumbling, similar to nasal snoring

SOUNDS LIKE: Low-frequency rumbling, similar to nasal snoring. You snore whether on your side or back.

THE CAUSE: One of the most common causes of snoring is breathing through the mouth. This causes the soft tissues of the palate or the uvula (the dangling tissue in the back of the mouth) to bump against each other and vibrate, triggering the snore. This is known as “palatal" snoring.

TAKE THE TEST: Open your mouth and make a snoring noise, says Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi. Now close your mouth and try to make the same noise. If you can only snore with your mouth open then you are a “mouth breather". You could also look at the soft tissue towards the back and top of the mouth. "There should be an open passageway for air to travel through — if the tonsils are clearly visible, or if the palate hangs down, this could well point towards mouth snoring — it's like a sheet flapping in the wind."

WHAT YOU CAN DO: Maintaining a healthy body mass index, limiting alcohol intake and stopping smoking can all help prevent palatal snoring by tightening the neck muscles and pulling up any soft tissue responsible for the noisy vibrations.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says :"The surgical solution I advocate in this situation is pillar implants that support the palate," These plastic rods are inserted into the soft, floppy part of the palate in a 15-minute procedure.

A NICE study three years ago found 67 per cent of cases had a reduction of at least 50 per cent in their snoring compared with none in the placebo patients. Other surgical options include trimming the uvula using laser or electrical forceps, or radiowaves to scar and so stiffen the tissue in the palate.

SLEEP APNOEA

SOUNDS LIKE: A crescendo of loud snoring followed by silence lasting from a few seconds up to 20, and then coughing, gasping or spluttering (your partner will describe it as if you are choking or gasping for air).

THE CAUSE: Obstructive sleep apnoea, which occurs as a result of narrowing of the airways. An estimated 4 per cent of men and 2 per cent of women are affected. During sleep, airway muscles relax too much and, as a result, tissue blocks the passage of air.

Partial blockage results in snoring, but in a total blockage — apnoea — the patient can stop breathing for up to 20 seconds at a time. When air is completely cut off, the brain sends an emergency signal, causing the airway muscles to contract. This reopens the airway, allowing the sufferer to take in a big gulp of air. The whole process is repeated, sometimes hundreds of times a night."In most cases, the sufferer has no recollection of the events, but will wake up feeling exhausted," says Ayham Al-Ayoubi, Ear, Nose and Throat surgeon at Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals NHS Trust and North Middlesex University Hospital.Left untreated, sleep apnoea can increase the risk of high blood pressure, stroke and diabetes.

TAKE THE TEST: This is the same test as for mouth snoring, says Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, but the determining symptom of sleep apnoea is daytime exhaustion."Sufferers regularly find it impossible to stay awake while seated, especially driving, wake up feeling exhausted and often put on weight as they eat sugary snacks to temporarily boost concentration and energy levels," says Mr Al-Ayoubi.

WHAT YOU CAN DO: "One of the most effective therapies is continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), a mask worn at night where air is pumped continuously to keep the airways open,"

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi.Says: "However, a large number of sufferers find a CPAP intrusive or invasive and many don't continue with it." Surgery to remove the excess floppy tissue can help, but less drastic measures include losing weight and eliminating other lifestyle factors such as drinking or smoking.

Senior Plastic Surgeons warn over 'Stem-Cell' Breast Surgery !

2011-12-03T12:41:00.027Z

BBC news revealed that senior plastic Surgeons have issued a warning about a breast enlargement procedure offered by private clinics here in the UK. In a warning which came at their annual conference, The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) suggests that ‘stem-cell breast augmentations’ are unproven and ought not to be offered commercially.

However, a private clinic on London has said that they are ‘confident’ in the safety of the treatment. Stem cell breast augmentation procedures involve using fat harvested from the patient's stomach or thighs via liposuction and using it to build up the breast. Prior to transplantation, around half of the fat is processed to enrich the stem-cell content - naturally occurring regenerative cells found within the fat, in the hope that this enrichment process can improve the prospects for the fat graft.

The same technology is being used in reconstructive surgery where "cell-enriched fat grafting" is now being offered in several centres around the world to reconstruct breasts following cancer surgery. Trials are currently under way at NHS centres in London, Glasgow, Swansea, Norwich and North Tyneside.

Two private London clinics have been advertising stem-cell breast augmentations for some time. The latter says they will have treated some 200 patients by the end of this year. In a statement, one of these clinics said the views of BAAPS were welcome, but insisted the surgery was safe and every precaution was taken.

The BAAPS warning came the same week new clinical data on cell-enriched fat grafting was presented to a conference in Nottingham. The trial involved around 70 patients in seven centres in four countries. The data is yet to undergo peer review and was sponsored by Cytori Therapeutics, the US makers of a machine which can enrich the fat.

A Surgeon who took part in the trial reported that the procedure ‘appears to be effective in cancer patients in terms of filling in defects in the breast and in improving the appearance and feel of the breast. Nor were there any serious side-effects or recurrence of breast cancer to date. Traditional fat-grafting (in breast reconstructive surgery) does not work terribly well because there is not enough circulation to support the survival of the fat graft, we know if we augment the fat graft with the naturally occurring regenerative cells in fat tissues we can improve the circulation around the fat graft and the survival of the fat graft."

BAAPS argues that research which is unproven has been ‘hijacked’ be the commercial sector, which, as Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi pointed out is ‘a dreadful thought, particularly if the procedure is being administered by inadequately trained practitioners.’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, speaking from the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street, commented: “ My view is that we must make sure that any treatment used should be safe in the long term. As Surgeons, it is our responsibility to protect the long term health and well- being of our patients above everything else. ’ever, BAAPS believes that the level of clinical testing that

has been carried out so far has not been sufficient and that further testing needs to be done to establish its safety before it is used commercially on healthy women.

However, the majority of surgeons say that longer-term results are needed, at least five to10 years of data before the technique could be deemed safe for use in cosmetic surgery, as there is still not enough long-term outcome data to suggest that the surgery is safe in the sense that it does not encourage the cancer to come back or a new breast cancer to develop.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains : Stem cells are now being used for Breast Augmentation . The procedure is gaining in popularity in Japan and is being introduced in Great Britain. The procedure involves removing fat from the abdomen (fat is rich in stem cells) and using a machine to concentrate the stem cells prior to injecting it into the breasts. It’s estimated that women can achieve a cup size enhancement to their breast size.

First of all, it is extremely important for physicians to be sure

that stem cell breast augmentation does not increase the risk of breast cancer, delay or interfere with the diagnosis of breast cancer, or worsen the prognosis of breast cancer if it is diagnosed.

Second, many surgeons are performing fat grafting to the breast, which is the closest thing we currently have to stem cell breast enhancement. The big difference between the two is that generic fat grafting to the breast doesn’t have as high a concentration of stem cells, but the stem cells are still present. One of the controversies surrounding fat grafting to the breast revolves around possible mammographic changes that can occur with the surgery.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains: Any patient who is considering stem cells breast enhancement surgery should see a Plastic Surgeon who has experience with both Implant based and Stem Cell Breast Augmentation. Furthermore, Stem Cell Breast Augmentation and Stem Cell Facelift patients who want the best results, who want a balanced and unbiased consultation, and who want to see a surgeon who has completed a Plastic Surgery training program.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi Comments on Chelsee Healey’s Breast Augmentation Regrets

2011-11-23T13:55:00.030Z

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was asked for his comments on Strictly Come Dancing Star Chelsee Healey’s admission that she regrets undergoing a breast augmentation procedure which took her breasts from a C cup to a DD cup, at only nineteen years of age.

The actress says that at nineteen, she was plagued by insecurities regarding her figure and decided that a breast enlargement procedure was the only way to improve her body image

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has said that ‘At the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic we would always advise very young patients to wait a few years before undergoing an invasive procedure. Young girls often feel very self- conscious about their bodies, however, they often gain confidence as they get older and decide that they don’t wish to undergo a surgical procedure after all. At the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic we are very aware that very young patients are often unaware of the negative aspects of invasive surgery, such as scarring and downtime along with the risk that any surgery involving a general anaesthetic carries. Often, when the risks are explained, teenagers are too fixated on the idea of changing their bodies to properly weigh up the pros and cons to reach a considered decision.’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also points out that ‘even in their late teens, girls’ bodies are still changing. Growth charts indicate that girls tend to gain weight between the ages of eighteen and twenty one, which often means that they will change their mind about breast enhancement surgery. If a young girl attended a consultation at the London Medical and Aesthetic clinic at 1 Harley Street, we would strongly advise against invasive surgery at such a young age. However, if we felt that a girl’s issues with her breasts were having a negative impact on her life, or there is a very noticeable difference in the sizes of the breasts, we would suggest treatment using Macrolane.

Macrolane is a dermal filler which can be injected directly into the breast, and has a plumping effect, making the breast appear larger and fuller in the same way as an implant, though without the scarring or general anaesthetic. The other advantage of Macrolane is that it will only last for twelve to eighteen months, so if a young girl changes her mind, or her body changes naturally the Macrolane will be broken down and absorbed by the body and she is able to choose not to
have the procedure repeated.’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi from London \medical and Aesthetic clinic,1 Harley street was not surprised to learn that over 40% of girls over the age of fourteen have expressed a desire to undergo cosmetic surgery. He says that ‘there are some procedures which can bring real benefits to younger patients, such as correcting prominent ears or noses. However, invasive procedures performed purely for cosmetic enhancement are not generally appropriate treatments for teenage girls’.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi stresses that any young girls who are thinking of having cosmetic procedures must ensure that they visit a reputable surgeon for a consultation. He also cautions that the vast majority of responsible cosmetic surgeons are very likely to urge girls under the age of twenty one to wait a few years before undergoing invasive surgical procedures, this is to ensure that patients do not find themselves in the same position as Chelsee Healey when they are a few years older.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi running a master class on his advanced techniques in ANTIES dermal filler at The Royal Society of Medicine . London, UK

2011-11-13T00:47:00.024Z

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was invited to lecture and to run a Master class in Anties dermal filler and to demonstrated techniques for facial re-contouring using magic needle blunt cannulae and the Anteis injection system.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is delighted to offer treatment using Anteis products and delivery system in his London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic (1 Harley Street, London), his considerable experience and expertise of the products meant that he was invited deliver a lecture and workshop on the Anteis injection system with magic needle for cheek filling and face sculpting.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also talked about Modelis, manufactured by Anteis in Switzerland. Modelis is a monophasic, polydensified HA gel which is specifically designed for deep dermal filling and has been formulated to ensure that it stays where it has been placed without migration. Modelis is manufactured using Anteis dynamic cross linking technology, and its long lasting effect has been created by Hybrid Plastic Matrix (HPM). Because the Anteis injection system uses a cannulae, bruising is reduced, there is less trauma and downtime is significantly reduced, which allows the client to quickly return to his or her normal routine. The Anteis system means that the practitioner does not need to focus on plunger pressure or syringe graduations, and is therefore able to focus completely on the patient.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi shared his experience of Anteis and finally answered the questions of the lecture’s attendees. Other lecture topics included the use of the eMatrix system, an innovative system from Syneron-Candela which is now being used to treat stretch marks. The fractional radio-frequency technology was traditionally used to rejuvenate and tighten lax skin and the latest studies are now showing that the system can have a significant improvement on stretch marks.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi colleague’s, Mr Alex Karidis delivered a lecture on Velashape II, a system with 20% more power, making treatments even easier to perform and more effective. The lecture introduced this exciting new system and discussed the ways in which VelaShape can be used to assist patients after a liposuction procedure. There was also a lecture on Body and facial fat reduction suing ultrasound and radiofrequency, which discussed the combination of pixelated radiofrequency and cold-hot ultrasound and its effect on cellulite and non-invasive body sculpting techniques.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also attended many very interesting lectures delivered by his colleagues as well as delivering his own lectures, on 5th and 6th November at BODY 2011, below are a few of the lectures he attended:The many different non-surgical and surgical options for body contouring, The London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street is currently one of the country’s leading clinics in non-surgical options for body contouring, therefore this presentation was of particular interest.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, who is very keen to ensure that his practice remains one of the most advanced in terms of technology and methods.Talks on the latest equipment for laser hair & laser tattoo removal, this lecture discussed the very latest laser technology and ways in which the classic laser can be modified for even more effective use. The talk also covered the recent advances in the methods used for the laser removal of tattoos.Presentations on four separate approaches to treatment of stretch marks, there are now many treatments available for stretch marks at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi attended this lecture to ensure that his clinic offers the most effective treatments possible to his patients.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has recently seen a big increase in patients requesting this procedure at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1, Harley Street. He was therefore very interested in learning about advances that have been made in the treatment to ensure that he is able to offer his patients the very best treatment available.

The use of Macrolane for buttock augmentation: Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has had much success using Macrolane on patients in the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic and was therefore very interested to attend this talk on the product.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was also honoured to attend an evening with Professor Marco Gasparotti, a world famous plastic surgeon who pioneered the concept of superficial liposculpture in 1992 and became the first person to receive the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery’s ‘Excellence in Cosmetic Surgery ward’ consecutively in 2001 and 2002.

BODY 2011 was an excellent event at which the country’s leading cosmetic Practitioners could learn from one another and see new techniques and technology on display.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi’s attendance at BODY 2011 has ensured that the very latest technology and techniques will continue to be available to patients at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1, Harley Street. At the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, situated at 1 Harley Street, we pride ourselves on our ability to offer the very latest and most effective treatments using cutting edge laser technology. With this in mind, we were delighted that Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was invited to lecture at the annual BODY conference for 2011, which took place on the 5th and 6th of November at The Royal Society of Medicine in central London.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi as one of the UK’s laser surgeons, as well as pioneering Smartlipo in the UK and inventor of Laser Assisted Liposuction was one of the speakers invited to take part in a panel discussion entitled Competence Vs Qualifications: Who should perform liposuction? The lively discussion debated the suitability of consultant plastic surgeons, non-NHS cosmetic surgeons, general surgeons, dermatologists and general practitioners with a special interest in aesthetic medicine to perform liposuction procedures. Other topics covered included the pros and cons of clinic vs hospital setting for the performance of liposuction procedures, and answering the question of whether or not an anaesthetic consultant is required for a liposuction procedure.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi’s extensive experience and expertise in the area of laser assisted liposuction meant that he was well placed to contribute to what was a very successful and constructive discussion.

BODY 2011 was the largest conference this year, devoted to the surgical and non-surgical body aesthetics centre of the cosmetics market, with over 45 lectures the BODY conference was a great opportunity for attendees to increase their knowledge and learn from one another’s expertise, ensuring that the very latest treatments are available to our patients at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street.The annual BODY conference provided a broad scientific agenda and provided speakers who are leaders in their respective fields from all over the world.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also had the opportunity to visit the exhibitions and workshops of a wide range of suppliers and distributors, meaning that the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street is kept completely up to date with the most advanced technology available.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi a guest Surgeon speaker on the panel discussion: Who should perform liposuction? at The Royal Society of Medicine, London.

2011-11-12T00:06:00.066Z

At the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, situated at 1 Harley Street, we pride ourselves on our ability to offer the very latest and most effective treatments using cutting edge laser technology. With this in mind, we were delighted that Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was invited to lecture at the annual BODY conference for 2011, which took place on the 5th and 6th of November at The Royal Society of Medicine in central London.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi as one of the UK’s leading laser surgeons, as well as pioneering Smartlipo in the UK and inventor of Laser Assisted Liposuction was one of the speakers invited to take part in a panel discussion entitled Competence Vs Qualifications: Who should perform liposuction? The lively discussion debated the suitability of consultant plastic surgeons, non-NHS cosmetic surgeons, general surgeons, dermatologists and general practitioners with a special interest in aesthetic medicine to perform liposuction procedures. Other topics covered included the pros and cons of clinic vs hospital setting for the performance of liposuction procedures, and answering the question of whether or not an anaesthetic consultant is required for a liposuction procedure.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi’s extensive experience and expertise in the area of laser assisted liposuction meant that he was well placed to contribute to what was a very successful and constructive discussion.

BODY 2011 was the largest conference this year, devoted to the surgical and non-surgical body aesthetics centre of the cosmetics market, with over 45 lectures the BODY conference was a great opportunity for attendees to increase their knowledge and learn from one another’s expertise, ensuring that the very latest treatments are available to our patients at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi at the annual BODY conference which provided a broad scientific agenda and provided speakers who are leaders in their respective fields from all over the world.Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also had the opportunity to visit the exhibitions and workshops of a wide range of suppliers and distributors, meaning that the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street is kept completely up to date with the most advanced technology available.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is delighted to offer treatment using Anteis products and delivery system in his London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic (1 Harley Street, London), his considerable experience and expertise of the products meant that he was invited deliver a lecture and workshop on the Anteis injection system with magic needle for cheek filling and face sculpting. In his workshop Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi demonstrated techniques for facial re-contouring using magic needle blunt cannulae and the Anteis injection system.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also talked about Modelis, manufactured by Anteis in Switzerland. Modelis is a monophasic, polydensified HA gel which is specifically designed for deep dermal filling and has been formulated to ensure that it stays where it has been placed without migration. Modelis is manufactured using Anteis dynamic cross linking technology, and its long lasting effect has been created by Hybrid Plastic Matrix (HPM). Because the Anteis injection system uses a cannulae, bruising is reduced, there is less trauma and downtime is significantly reduced, which allows the client to quickly return to his or her normal routine. The Anteis system means that the practitioner does not need to focus on plunger pressure or syringe graduations, and is therefore able to focus completely on the patient.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi shared his experience of Anteis and finally answered the questions of the lecture’s attendees. Other lecture topics included the use of the eMatrix system, an innovative system from Syneron-Candela which is now being used to treat stretch marks. The fractional radio-frequency technology was traditionally used to rejuvenate and tighten lax skin and the latest studies are now showing that the system can have a significant improvement on stretch marks.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi colleague’s, Mr Alex Karidis delivered a lecture on Velashape II, a system with 20% more power, making treatments even easier to perform and more effective. The lecture introduced this exciting new system and discussed the ways in which VelaShape can be used to assist patients after a liposuction procedure. There was also a lecture on Body and facial fat reduction suing ultrasound and radiofrequency, which discussed the combination of pixelated radiofrequency and cold-hot ultrasound and its effect on cellulite and non-invasive body sculpting techniques.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also attended many very interesting lectures delivered by his colleagues as well as delivering his own lectures, on 5th and 6th November at BODY 2011, below are a few of the lectures he attended:
The many different non-surgical and surgical options for body contouring, The London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street is currently one of the country’s leading clinics in non-surgical options for body contouring, therefore this presentation was of particular interest to Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, who is very keen to ensure that his practice remains one of the most advanced in terms of technology and methods.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi talks on the latest equipment for laser hair & laser tattoo removal, this lecture discussed the very latest laser technology and ways in which the classic laser can be modified for even more effective use. The talk also covered the recent advances in the methods used for the laser removal of tattoos.
Presentations on four separate approaches to treatment of stretch marks, there are now many treatments available for stretch marks at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi attended this lecture to ensure that his clinic offers the most effective treatments possible to his patients.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has recently seen a big increase in patients requesting this procedure at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1, Harley Street. He was therefore very interested in learning about advances that have been made in the treatment to ensure that he is able to offer his patients the very best treatment available.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has had much success using Macrolane on patients in the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic and was therefore very interested to attend this talk on the product.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was also honoured to attend an evening with Professor Marco Gasparotti, a world famous plastic surgeon who pioneered the concept of superficial liposculpture in 1992 and became the first person to receive the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery’s ‘Excellence in Cosmetic Surgery ward’ consecutively in 2001 and 2002.BODY 2011 was an excellent event at which the country’s leading cosmetic Practitioners could learn from one another and see new techniques and technology on display. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi’s attendance at BODY 2011 has ensured that the very latest technology and techniques will continue to be available to patients at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1, Harley Street.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi could provide an alternative to the surgeon’s knife for Patients like Kerry Katona

2011-10-31T17:02:00.018Z

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says that Kerry looks younger than her years.There are many celebrities who are well known users of botox, including Nicole Kidman, Amanda Holden and the cast of The Only Way is Essex were seen holding a ‘Botox Party’ in season 2 of the show, however, the frozen appearance of Kerry Katona’s face has attracted a lot of attention in the past week. Kerry’s face has been described in the press as looking ‘oddly frozen’.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, on London’s Harley Street points out that Kerry does look far younger than her thirty one years, and displays none of lines that we would expect to see on a woman of her age, concluding that ‘it is very likely that Kerry has had botox injections very recently’. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi goes on to say that ‘the effects of botox are strongest when it is very first injected , Kerry has probably had a treatment very recently, and this is why the effects look so dramatic, botox wears off with time, and in a few weeks it will look far more natural.’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says that Kerry's dedication to working out makes her an ideal candidate for smartlipo,Kerry’s love of plastic surgery is well known, and she has undergone liposuction and breast augmentation surgery on television. Kerry has recently complained of her subsequent weight gain and has expressed a desire to go back under the knife, though has said that she is ‘too scared’. However, Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has the solution to Kerry’s fear of conventional surgery and has suggested that she opts for the laser treatments that he has pioneered in his London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says ‘Kerry has said that she would like her breasts to be re-done, instead of invasive surgery she could have a breast lift using smartlipo technology, which can lift the breasts up to 7cm. This surgery is minimally invasive, with virtually no down time and no need for a general anaesthetic, so would be perfect for someone like Kerry who is scared of conventional surgery’.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also recommends Smartlipo, available at The London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic for Kerry, and has told the media that ‘smartlipo is far less invasive than conventional liposuction, as only a very small incision is required for the suction element of the procedure. There is very little downtime and patients will only need to wear compression garments for a week, while Kerry is slim and we regularly see photographs of her working out, she still feels that she has stubborn pockets of fat, and this makes her an ideal candidate for Smartlipo.’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi could give patients like Kerry their body confidence back,he says ‘Kerry looks great now, but obviously still isn’t entirely happy with her body, and we could definitely use laser technology to help her feel happier and more confident, without needing to go under the knife.’ Dr Al-Ayoubi even has a solution for Kerry’s stretchmark woes, suggesting that ‘a course of Velashape would get rid of Kerry’s stretch marks and firm up her skin, it would be particularly effective after a Smartlipo procedure’.

Dr Ayham Al-ayoubi on the judging panel with the top star Yuri Mrakadi for The Miss Arab London 2011 beauty contest.

2011-10-29T14:36:00.019+01:00

LONDON – 29th September 2011 – Al Alamia TV is proud to announce Miss Arab London 2011 beauty contest and reality show.

Dr Ayham Al-ayoubi The internationally renowned Plastic and Laser Surgeon is invited to set on the judging panel with the top star Yuri Mrakadi for The Miss Arab London 2011 beauty contest.

The final will take place today Saturday 29th October 2011 at The Porchester Hall and will be broadcasted live exclusively on Al Alamia TV. On the night there will be a number of performances, including Britain’s Got Talent & X Factor contestant Francis Alejandro Cardoso alongside his group Dance Flavourz.

The venue will be transformed into a magical place out of 1001 nights with the performance of Britain's Got Talent contestant Francis Cardoso and his Dance Flavours group who will be performing a spectacular show.

The Lebanese top star Yuri Mrakadi is coming to London especially for this event and he will be dedicating his beautiful songs to Arab women.

International soprano, Caroline Solage, will proudly join the event to perform Verdi's famous Opera of Aida with an added oriental touch.

You can watch the live coverage of Miss Arab London 2011 beauty contest and reality show at 19:00 London time on ALAlamia TV Chhanel or www.alalamiatv.com
(live stream)or on their hotbird or nile sat frequency

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Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was asked to comment on Carol Volderman’s new look

2011-10-29T11:47:00.003+01:00

There have been several articles, most notably in today’s The Daily Mail, published in the media discussing Carol Volderman’s newly defined cheeks, and the question on everyone’s lips is ‘has she or hasn’t she had surgery?’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi a Facial plastic and Laser surgeon, Medical Director of the London Medical and Aesthetic clinic at 1 Harley Street, London is able to provide the answers we’ve been looking for regarding Carol’s new look.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi points out that ‘in the 2010 photo, Carol’s natural beauty shines through, and her eyes are beautifully defined. In the recent photo, Carol’s cheeks appear fuller and it seems likely that she has had dermal fillers, probably Restylane or Juvederm injected into her cheek and jaw areas. In the recent picture, Carol’s eyes are less defined, and it is a possibility that the filler has been over injected, or that she has undergone the treatment very recently, and when it settles Carol will achieve the subtle enhancement that she was no doubt hoping for’.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is quick to point out that dermal fillers are very widely used and a great way of enhancing natural beauty without going under the knife. He added that ‘Carol has obviously not undergone major surgery, such as a facelift and her face still looks natural, if a little fuller in the cheeks and jaw line’.
A naturally radiant look is now highly sought after and flawless skin is a must for those who want to work this season’s beauty trends and Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, who regularly treats stars desiring subtle results, recommends Sculptra or Ellanse treatments to replenish collagen and skin elasticity, giving a naturally youthful look ‘enhancing, but preserving natural beauty.’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi could use his unique advanced Scluptra technique to rid facial scars !

2011-10-29T02:25:00.029+01:00

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi a facial and plastic and laser surgeon was asked to look at the pictures of the duchess at her first solo charity engagement showed a large line against her scalp on the left side of her head.

Experts were quick to describe the line as looking like a weft hair extension, which is inserted under layers of real hair to achieve extra body.But palace sources said the line was a “scar from a childhood injury”. The injury was serious and resulted in an operation, but no further details were given of the injury or when it happened.

The mark just behind her hairline in front of her left ear was spotted as she stepped in to host a private dinner in aid of In Kind Direct after Prince Charles was required to visit Riyadh to present condolences to the Saudi Royal Family following the death of the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia.When a glowing Duchess of Cambridge stepped out at a charity event, sporting her trademark half up half down hairstyle, sharp eyed photographers spotted a scar above her left ear.

The palace has stated that the scar is the result of a childhood operation, and has declined to comment further, describing it as a ‘private matter’. The Duchess isn’t alone is bearing a scar on her head, it is well known that the Duke of Cambridge also has one, which he describes as his ‘Harry Potter’ scar, and sustained in a golfing accident when he was thirteen years old.

As one of the most photographed couples in the world, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge could be forgiven for feeling self – conscious about their scars, however Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi a facial and plastic and laser surgeon and a Medical Director of London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic tells us that both scars are treatable.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, has pioneered a technique using Sculptra which is composed of poly-lactic acid, which by stimulating the collagen which occurs naturally in the skin, can diminish the appearance of scars. The good news for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge is that Sculptra treatment is almost completely painless, quick and minimally invasive, meaning that the Duchess could be straight back on her feet and at her official engagements.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has told us that such scars could be treated by using an advanced technique compining both Sculptra treatment and SmartSkin Performa CO2 laser skin resurfacing. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi states that ‘SmartSkin performa CO2 laser skin resurfacing can be used on scar tissue, as it uses dot technology meaning that it does not affect the normal tissue surrounding the scar. After between one and three treatments, patients could see significant improvements to the appearance of their scars, if not a complete disappearance.’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi a guest honour lecturer, running a master class on Ellanse at Wigomre Medical. London, UK

2011-10-24T00:09:00.028+01:00

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was invited to perform a Ellanse advanced master class and workshop, at Wigmore Medical Training Centre in central London following the successful master classes of Ellanse which was organised by Ellanse at different major international conferences and congresses in Europe over the last two years.

The advanced Ellanse master class was attended by 20 Experienced Cosmetic doctors from all around the UK to learn how to use Ellanse, from a basics format up to Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi's advanced technique as a non-surgical full face lifting.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains: The course was aiming to teach the advanced technique in using Ellanse and how to explore the art of facial aesthetics and how the use of dermal fillers can influence the results that patients desire and how to achieve a non surgical face lift using Ellanse.

This course aims to give practitioners greater choice and experience to be able to offer patients a more comprehensive 'product and service mix' and potentially provide a with a competitive advantage over other dermal fillers.

Advanced injection techniques of Ellanse were demonstrated and doctors had benefited from intensive hands-on experience on model patients of Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi gave advice on Ellanse patients follow-up care and how to market Ellanse as an advanced treatment and insurance and Focusing on advanced uses of Ellanse as a dermal filler and biostimulator, and their combination with other treatments.Also Ellanse is ideal to restore facial contours and volume and correct facial laxity and improve the jaw line and other areas and patients can achieve full face lifting without the need for aggressive surgery with the result lasting up to 3-4 years.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi at the end of Ellanse Master Class had a dinner with the delegate where they had the chance to discuss their views of Ellanse, expanded their knowledge and became more familiar with one to one basis with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi's advanced techniques of Ellanse treatment, which include non surgical face lifting, cheek enhancement, jaw line treatment.The Cosmetic doctors at the conference expressed their gratitude for the knowledge and practical clinical techniques they gained and learned from this advanced Ellanse Master class.

Ellanse is made of Poly-caprolactone (PCl), is a well-known totally bioresorbable soft medical polymer. PCl is used in numerous CE-marked and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved commercial bloresorbable product applications for several decades world-wide and has demonstrated an excellent safety profile.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explained in his lecture that Ellanse is the first and the only dermal fillers which act as biostimulator of collagen with the results lasting up to 2-3 years.Ellanse developed by AQTIS Medica, is the first dermal filler which offers a safe unique Tunable Longevity specifically designed for the field of aesthetic medicine and surgery with the result lasting from 3-5 years.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explained about the benefits of ELLANSE which offers the maximum potential for modelling due to the combination of optimum viscosity, unique elasticity and uniform homogeneity. Hence, the ELLANSE Family can be used in a variety of beautifying indications:

• Correcting wrinkles and folds
• Volumizing
• Contouring
• Sculpting

The ELLANSE is an injectable implant, indicated for deep dermal and subdermal implantation. The nasolabial folds used in the clinical study are representative for deep and sub-dermal soft tissue augmentat ion of the facial area.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi talked about the use of Ellanse in different age group as following: Collagen production slows down and then becomes dormant. This is an ideal time to start Ellanse to keep the collagen reserves active and for skin tightening. Ellanse is ideal for long lasting lines and wrinkles correction and enhances cheek volume and stimulates collagen in a natural way.

Ellanse is officially approved by MHRA in the UK and the FDA in the USA and for restoration and/or correction of the signs of facial fat loss (lipoatrophy) and is used for treating facial lines and wrinkles.

Ellanse is suitable for both woman and men of different ages. It can help with deep folds around the mouth and nose, sunken cheeks, facial scars, deep acne scars and loose skin.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explained: Ellanse is ideal to restore facial contours and volume and correct facial laxity and improve the jaw line and other areas and patients can achieve full face lifting without the need for aggressive surgery with the result lasting up to 3-4 years.

Unique Tunable Longevity options for personalized and tailored treatment.
Immediate and Sustained Performance up to 5 years.
Predictable Controlled and Tunable Total Bioresorbability with an excellent safety profile.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explained: Biocompatibility and Safety due to very smooth spherical-shaped microfloppies.A soft silky smooth formulation in a ready-for-use syringe.
Safe product components with a long safety history of the non cross-linked soft bioresorbable medical polymer Poly-caprolactone and the aqueous gel.

Elimination of sensitivity testing due to a non-animal, non-bacterial and non-human derived product.Unique Elasticity and Optimum Viscosity provide the additional advantage of targeted placement

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi’s thought on the plan to hike up VAT on cosmetic surgery

2011-10-19T00:36:00.016+01:00

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has learned that, The government has unveiled plans to hike up VAT on cosmetic surgery, including breast augmentations, facelifts and tummy tucks. This dramatic rise in VAT will have an impact on patients and surgeons alike, as the raise in VAT will mean that the cost of an average breast augmentation will rise by £1,000.

Clearly, the government are still seeking ways in which to plug the deficit and cosmetic surgery is the latest industry to take the hit. George Osbourne has pointed out that there is ‘no reason for aesthetic surgery to be VAT free’ and that the new hike in VAT will raise around £500 million for the treasury.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi like a lot of other Surgeons have been quick to point out that the new VAT charges will, inevitably be passed to the patients, for some of whom aesthetic surgery is essential to mental and emotional well-being. Also he has stated that many of the patients who visit him in his clinic are at an incredibly vulnerable point in their lives, and while George Osbourne may deem the procedures unnecessary, the reality is that they can have a hugely positive impact on patients’ lives.

Under new rules, patients must be able to demonstrate very clear reasons as to why surgery is medically necessary or for therapeutic reasons to avoid paying VAT. However, concerns have been raised as to the number of hoops that patients will have to jump through to prove that surgery is a necessity for their physical or mental wellbeing.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has described these differentiations between patients who do and do not pay VAT as ‘an ethical mine field’. The proposal that patients be ‘rubber stamped’ by a psychologist before undergoing treatment has been dismissed by surgeons as ‘unrealistic’, and virtually impossible to regulate sufficiently. Surgeons wonder what levels of breast abnormality will make breast surgery VAT free and who will decide. Questions are also being asked about how consistency of such decisions will be ensured and maintained.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi argues that the wellbeing of his patients is paramount, and that a middle ground must be found which can balance the obvious need to increase tax revenues whilst safe guarding the physical, mental and emotional needs of patients.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is not the only person to voice concerns, Sky News host Kay Burley, who has had a facelift, has condemned the proposals as ‘an attack on women’. Model Imogen Thomas (below right) has also pointed out that George Osbourne seems to be ignoring the degree to which women ‘suffer psychologically if they feel that their bodies are not up to scratch’.

Surgeons have also raised concerns that the proposals may be a false economy as women will be driven to seek treatment abroad, where standards are often not as high as in the UK and the cosmetic surgery industry is often largely unregulated.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi In this instance has pointed out that the NHS will be called upon to correct botched operations, which could potentially endanger the lives of patients, as well as placing extra strain on the NHS and costing the government millions.The new VAT proposals are at best going to cause a good many headaches, and at worst will mean that many women will not receive the treatments that they require.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has pointed out that throughout his lengthy career as a cosmetic surgeon, he has never known two women to give exactly the same reasons for undergoing cosmetic surgery, the only common theme is that it gives women confidence and makes them feel better about themselves, which, arguably means that no cosmetic surgery is for the ‘purely aesthetic reasons’ that HMRC use as justification for the VAT rise.

Dr Ayahm Al-Ayoubi understands and shares some of the views which agree with VAT issue on cosmetic surgery such as The Only Way Is Essex star Jessica Wright TOWIE's said:I WANTED my boob job so my breasts would be more in proportion to my body – and I feel much better since I had it done.
I didn't have particularly low confidence or self esteem before, but having a boob job is something I've always wanted and now I feel that I look my best.
Why should I be penalised for that when it hasn't harmed anyone or even cost anyone else a penny?
I paid the average UK cost for my op, around £4,000, and it didn't cost the NHS anything.
I pay taxes like anybody else, income tax and national insurance. I’m not a politician but I think taxes in this country are high enough already.
I can see why people say that cosmetic surgery should be subject to the same tax rules as anything else, but women have boob jobs for a whole host of different reasons.

Bullied Some want to alter the shape of their boobs to improve their body image, some may have been bullied at school because of their bust size and want to improve their self-esteem, others may need a boob job following something like breast cancer.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi asked: How can we make a decision on which of these is therapeutic and which isn't?..The operation means different things to each individual woman.
We also run the risk of penalising women who are less able to afford the operation, because it will suddenly cost an extra £1,000.
I don't think the extra tax will stop women having a boob job, or any kind of cosmetic surgery.Instead I think more and more people might head abroad for cosmetic surgery if these proposals are brought in, and you hear real horror stories about that.
You can't be as sure of your surgeon abroad and different countries have different medical standards which are difficult to research in advance.
We're also in a recession in this country – so why do something like this which will just send business elsewhere?

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi warns that plans to tighten VAT rules on plastic surgery will encourage 'risky' surgery holiday deals abroad
it agrees that non-surgical 'cosmetic' treatments, such as botox and lasers, which make up nine out of 10 'cosmetic procedures', should attract VAT. However, it warns that bundling surgery, like breast reductions, tummy tucks and children’s bat-ear ops into the same category will produce an "ethical minefield".

A spokeswoman for HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) tells they are "constantly reviewing our guidance in consultation with the relevant trade bodies", but adds that there are no plans to change the VAT liability of cosmetic services.

Current guidelines from HMRC say that procedures are VAT exempt when "protection, maintenance or restoration" of health are the primary purpose. Procedures that are done for pure cosmetic reasons, though, attract the standard VAT rate.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says many cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery techniques inhabit a grey area between what is aesthetically desirable and what is purely functional.Also he explains that the image of aesthetic surgery is the film star and the rich and famous pampering themselves. The reality is a long, long way from that. It's something that a large section of the community do.
He questions whether it is possible to draw a clear line between aesthetic and functional benefits.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi introducing the revolutionary Cellulaze Laser for Cellulite at The Royal Society of Medicine, London, UK.

2011-10-02T14:37:00.031+01:00

Building on the success of the ground breaking treatments such as SmartLipo and Smartlipo MPX and Triplex, Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was the guest honour lecturer Surgeon at the official launch of the Cellulaze, the world’s first aesthetic laser device for long term reduction of cellulite.

The launching of Cellulaze laser took place at the Royal Society of Medicine which is the most prestigious medical society in the heart of London, with a history exceeding two hundred years providing services for the elite, and experts in the medical field.

The attendees mingled at the champagne reception before Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi and other keynote speakers spoke about their experiences with Cellulaze, the merits of the new machine, and their prospects.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was the Keynote speaker who lectured about the future of cellulite treatment using the revolutionary Cellulaze where he not only implicated on the treatment itself but on his previous experiences as an expert in his field.

Also Mr Sheehab, Consultant Plastic surgeon from Liverpool also shared his experiences using Cellulaze.

Dr Ayham Al Ayoubi Explaned in his lecture :Cellulite, the ‘bumpy’ fat deposits beneath the skin is an issue nearly 80% of women aging 22 and above face. It usually found on the back of legs, thighs, upper arm, bottom and stomach, and any accumulative fat areas in the body.

Following the speeches there was a work shop held demonstrating the new Cellulaze laser where participants in the conference had the chance to see the performance of the new medical device which was a “revolution in cellulite treatment” as Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said.

Introducing Cellulase to treat Cellulite in one single surgical treatment, will be a solution for a huge amount of women, as cellulite appearing on a women’s body is not linked to obesity or to overweigh; in fact it is estimated to be present in 90% of all post pubertal women in the UK which makes cellulite treatment always in a demand for women seeking to get rid of the “orange peel effect.The Cellulaze laser is designed to diminish the lumpy pockets of fat, release the areas of skin depression and increase the elasticity and thickness of the skin.Usually patients require just one treatment.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains: Following the huge success of the revolutionary treatment of laser assisted liposuction using SmartLipo MPX and Smartlipo Triplex developed by Cynasure, the company continued its world leading laser liposis achievements by inventing Cellulaze laser, the world’s first laser to treat cellulite effectively and permanently through a minimally invasive Laser surgical procedure.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has talked further about the Cellulaze Laser as a minimally invasive surgical device designed to reduce cellulite, as it restores the normal structure of the skin and underlying connective tissue. The Cellulaze Laser is the very first and the only medical, minimally invasive surgical treatment that treats cellulite effectively, and permanently.

Nearly none of the medical treatments seized cellulite from women’s body. Treatments such as Cellulite creams usually temporarily cover cellulite for a limited period of time. Cynosure’s development of Cellulaze is the first and only treatment that can permanently remove cellulite.

Cellulaze’s powerful laser with 1440nm wavelength attacks the fat tissue targeting the three structures of Celulite, the Fabrous Septae, and Bulding pockets of fat. This is done by inserting the laser through a small incision in the skin. The laser then targets fat lying beneath the epidermis and melt it. Laser is then pointed horizontally to cut through the stubborn fibrous band.

The 3Dtm fiber along with the powerful 1440-nm light directs energy precisely where needed; to achieve long-lasting, effective results.Cellulaze Laser technology offering a light-based solution for the treatment of cellulite. The system has a solid state Nd: YAG emitting light in the 1440-nm wavelength.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said :The Cellulaze laser treatments have demonstrated a benefit from the use of subcutaneous laser energy in terms of tissue tightening through tissue coagulation as well as the regeneration of collagen and connective tissue. Patients in clinical studies have demonstrated an average increase in skin thickness of 23 percent and 27 percent at one month and one year, respectively, while skin elasticity increased an average of 32 percent at one month and 21 percent at one year.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains: As with Smartlipo MPX and Smartlipo Triplex Laser workstations, Cellulaze Laser incorporates the proprietary Smartsense and ThermaGuide intelligent laser energy delivery systems.

ThermaGuide is designed to provide the Surgeon with the ability to accurately determine the treatment doses that are likely to provide safer and more effective tissue tightening through tissue coagulation. In addition, the temperature-sensing ThermaGuide technology allows the surgeon to maintain an even, controlled flow of laser energy.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains: Effective cellulite treatment means addressing the three structural causes of cellulite:Fibrous septae, bulging pockets of fat and the natural thinning of the skin that occurs with aging.
Cellulaze Laser treatment employs the 1440-nm wavelength along with the proprietary Sidelight 3D™ fiber, which directs laser energy precisely where needed to achieve long-lasting, effective results.

With the laser energy directed upward, the skin is slightly heated coagulating the collagen and stimulating a growth of new collagen. Turn the handpiece ninety degrees, and the laser thermally subcises the septal bands that pull down the skin creating the dimpling effect. Rotate the handpiece another ninety degrees and the laser energy disrupts the bulging pockets of fat.

“Cellulaze has recently received CE Mark certification.
Cellulaze is supported by two years of clinical research that has led to the development of a revolutionary approach that has been shown to reduce cellulite for 12 months or longer, with a high level of patient satisfaction," said Cynosure President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Davin. "Unlike the non-invasive treatment approaches that aim to temporarily treat the appearance of cellulite, Cellulaze uses a three-dimensional approach to directly target the subdermal structure that forms the foundation of cellulite."

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi with Image Box members who have organised the event for the official launch of Cellulaze Laser at The Royal Society of Medicine .The event was attended eminent doctors in the field of plastic surgery and journalists from the world of cosmetic journals and maga

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi lecturing about Smartlipo at The Third International Meeting in Caldas Da Rainha, Portugal. September 2011

2011-09-25T18:48:00.052+01:00

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was invited to participate and lecture as an owner facial plastic and laser surgeon speaker at The Third International Meeting in Caldas Da Rainha, Portugal 17th and 18th of September 2011.

It has always been the goal of The Advances in Medical Aesthetics International Meeting to “import knowledge” to Portugal at the highest quality of international renowned plastic surgeons, cosmetic doctors and dermatologists to share their knowledge and expertise in this field.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains: In this way the Portuguese society will benefit of the lecturers experiences in a great “homely” atmosphere.In 2008, the municipal government inaugurated a new cultural center. That is where we will have the Third International Congress, “Advances in Medical Aesthetics”.

The Advances in Medical Aesthetics Third International Meeting in Caldas Da Rainha, Portugal was proud to have a very attractive program. And for the second time in its history they have simultaneous presentations in two rooms.

Dr. Carla Aquino lectured about Food intolerance and the skin in the XXI Century
Prof.Dr. Pasquale Motolese lectures about Intralipotherapy with Aqualyx: Rational, histological and clinical evidences in the nin-surgical treatment of localized adiposity

Dr. Daniel Sister lectures about MELT therapy in intralipotherapy
Dr.Philippe Deprez lectures about Anti aging combined therapy by association of “transdermal skin relaxation” + “injectable lift” classIII + “Dermo-epiderma; rebuilding”.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi lectures about DCTE, Dimple Creation technique using Ellanse which was invented by him few years ago as a revolutionary nonsurgical teqnique in which patients can have the dimple creation done in out patient clinic under local anesthetic without the need to go through surgery.

The result of Dimples using Ellanse last up a 12-18 months in comparison with the surgical technique for Dimples creation where the result last far longer but it irreversible.

Dr. Ayham Al-Ayoubi lectures about DCTE, Dimple creation technique using Ellanse
Dr. Konstantinos Gkritzalas talks about the use of Stemcells in procedures
Dr. Daniel Sister lectures about Therapy in Aging treatment
Dr. Philippe Deprez talks about easy Phen- A phenol light peeling
Dr. Vitor Figueirdo lectures about full face phenol peeling: personal consideration

Prof.Dr. Pasquale Motolese lectures about soft tissue restauration of the third central of the face.Also Dr. Konstantinos Gkritzalas talks about Hair transplant, FUE technique with Omnigraft
Dr. Carla Aquino lectured about Food intolerance and the skin in the XXI Century
Prof.Dr. Pasquale Motolese lectures about Intralipotherapy with Aqualyx: Rational, histological and clinical evidences in the nin-surgical treatment of localized adiposity

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi spoke about the latest generation of Smartlipo Triplex and about the Cellulaze Laser for treatment of cellulite using the latest and most sophisticated laser technology in Laser body countering and Laser liposcution .After which Dr. Vitor Figueiredo lectures about Rejuvenation of the hand: experiences and early clinical result with Ellanse
Dr. Francisco melo talks about the use of nerve blocks and the role of the microcanualaes
Dr. Robert Boonen leactures about Ambulatory abdominoplasty in local tumescent anesthesia
Dr. Alberto Pereira talks about breast reduction – optimized inferior pedicle technique.( Full vedio surgery)
Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi talks about his latest developments in Laser Assisted liposuction and Body contouring
Dr. Maarten Fechner lectures about Simultaneous soft tissue reduction in open rhinoplasty
Dr. Jeroen Stevens talks about Regenerative surgery for true rejuvenation of the face. PRP & Micro fat grafting (= organic Cosmetic Surgery) and the 1.2.3.D Concept
Dr. Maarten Fechner talks about how to improve your results in Endoscopic Brow Lifting, a personal experience in 900 cases.
Dr. Garrick Georgue lectures about minimally invasive Rejuvenation of the neck using light-guided Technology
Dr. Robert Boonen talks about Tumescent Liposuction in Lipo-edema or Lympho-edema
Dr. Konstantinos Gkritzalas lectures about Hair Transplant, FUE technique with Omingraft

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi at the City Caldas da Rainha which was founded in the 15ht century by Queen Leonor, who established a hospital at the site of some therapeutic hot springs. The Hospital Termal Rainha D. Leonor is one of the oldest institutions of its kind in the world, with five centuries of history.

The city’s name means “Queen’s Hot springs” or “Queen’s Spa”. Caldas De Rainha in is home to many arts-related institutions.
The city Caldas De Rainha is a home to a major art, science, culture and design school, as well as one of the most famous schools in the world of ceramics which has been visited by millions of visitors from all around the world.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains how Sculptra can provide a non-surgical facelift in a natural way .

2011-09-10T22:08:00.033+01:00

Scluptra is possibly the secret behind the fact that Madonna looks much younger than 51.
Her cheeks are full, her neckline is sharp, and there are no wrinkles to be found. She possibly had a Sculptra injections to her cheeks as well as laser treatment or chemical peels.

Dr Ayahm Al-Ayoubi expains:Our preoccupation with the body beautiful means that we are increasingly body conscious and determined to stay fit and healthy for longer but while losing weight can be good for our waistband and it isn't so good for our face .

The pattern to losing weight is that you first lose it from your face, then your breasts and lastly the buttocks but when you put it back on the very last place you put it back on is your face that lost plumpness can age you quicker than anything else.

Dr Ayahm Al-Ayoubi does not advocate that you should start eating junk food but people with plumper faces tend to have fewer lines generally than thinner people.

This is compounded by the collagen level in our skin depleting as we age. It is collagen that gives that glow and soft plumpness we associate with youth. From about the age forty, collagen goes into sharp decline.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi perceives that there are three routes of treatment to tackle the signs of ageing in the face:

Invasive facial surgery

This is actually contraindicate for those who've lost a lot of fat or collagen as facelifts will actually make the problem worse. Incisions are made either in front or behind the ear and then the skin is drawn back so you're actually losing tissue in the area where it needs more -the mid face. Facelift is a good surgery for people who have excessive skin droopiness.

Sculptra Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said:When it comes to steering clear of plastic surgery, Jack Nicholson is “As Good As It Gets.” He is aging gracefully, with nary a sign of the plastic surgeon’s knife.

While many of his younger peers are injecting vials of Botox, Nicholson’s wrinkles are deep, natural, and untouched. Good thing, too, since too much Botox would make him look like his “Batman” character, the Joker. Now he just looks like an older, wiser and distinguished Hollywood star.

Dermal Fillers

Mainly based on Hyaluronic acid, dermal fillers give instant results, are very safe and improve the area you're treating in predictable ways.
But the disadvantages are that they only last for six to nine month maximum and they only improve the area that they are injected in but they don’t have any effect on the rest of the face.

Sculptra as a dermal filler..The prettiest woman of the past two decades still looks amazing. Cindy Crawford is really a Super Role Model for aging gracefully. She looks barely five years older than she did in the early 1990s. Her skin remains flawless. She may have had some skin tightening treatments such as Scluptra and CO2 Laser. But other than that it appears her looks are due to good skin care.

Sculptra- An Injectable volumiser

Scupltra is an injection with a difference; it is based on Iactic acid which is a natural product found in our muscles. When you exercise you produce lactic acid which produces inflammation - ¬this inflammation is the body's way of telling you to slow down. When it is injected in the face this inflammation has been found to stimulate your production of collagen.

Sculptra is possibly one of the cosmetic treatment which Courtney Cox had has in addition to possible chemical peels like the Obagi Peel, she also appears to have had her lips plumped up, likely with a filler. Her cheeks also appear a bit fuller, which could be due to fat grafting or Sculptra injections.

Sculptra is suitable for use all over the face except the forehead or upper lip. The technique is totally different to fillers which are injected superficially into the area you 're treating - the depth depends on the fold being filled - whereas Sculptra is injected very deeply underneath the dermis into the facial muscles.

It also differs from dermal fillers because there are no instant results - in the first day or two after the treatment there is a plumping effect due to the fluid which has been injected but this dissolves over the next two or three days. This is when Sculptra starts to work.

Sculptra is possibly what is keeping this Golden Globe-nominated actress looking young. Ellen Barkin looks better than 99 percent of 55-year-old women.
Her skin is extremely smooth, and may have had help from skin tightening treatments such as the combination of Scluptra and Cynosure Smartskin CO2 Laser.

The magic of Sculptra

Sculptra falls in the class of a stimulatory product that creates its effect through encouraging new collagen production when injected. It differs from traditional static fillers such as hyaluronic acid and collagen, because as a stimulatory product it causes the growth of fibrous tissue or collagen within the body, which then results in volume restoration gradually.

Scluptra unlike surgical options, Sculptra can provide gradual, natural-looking results through less traumatic treatment. Results usually start to become visible after 4-6 weeks. Patients can achieve a full face lifting effect which usually lasts up to 4-5 years.

America’s sweetheart Meg Ryan’s lips look slighty puffy.She also appears to have possibly had cheek implants, causing her to look a bit bulgy.

The good thing is that both lip and cheek implants are completely reversible. If she really wants but natural-appearing cheeks she should have a course of Sculptra.

Sculptra particles show signs of breaking down around six to nine months and are gone by nine to twelve months but the results can last up to five years if you are a non-smoker - it lasts about three years in smokers.

Sculptra is a long lasting, clinically-proven ,non-invasive, stimulating injectable treatment that is designed to smooth out and soften lines and wrinkles, restore facial volume in a natural way.

Nicole Kidman’s face appears to be morphing by the month. Overall, she’s had Sculptra into her cheeks.

Both the natural method of volume restoration and the persistence of results of up to five years mean that this product is taking the cosmetic clinic to a different level because you can offer the patient such an advanced treatment with, long-lasting results in a safe environment.

Sculptra,Jane Fonda who was recently quoted as saying she attributes her looks to 30 percent sports and nutrition, 30 percent genes, 30 percent good sex and 10 percent plastic surgery.
With her sharp jawline, elevated brows, and wide-open eyes, this 72-year-old-star might have had Sculptra treatment and eyelid lifts.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains "Sculptra is an injectable treatment that restores volume to the skin, leaving the face looking fuller and younger by stimulating through a natural and gradual process of inflamation encouraging the build-up of the body's own collagen which helps to get rid of lines and wrinkles and gives volumising effect and restores lost facial volume."

Sculptra is an injectable treatment that restores volume to the skin, leaving the face looking fuller and younger by stimulating through a natural and gradual process of inflamation encouraging the build-up of the body's own collagen which helps to get rid of lines and wrinkles and gives volumising effect and restores lost facial volume

And this is way SharonStone’s face as smooth as a Stone?

While Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi believes that she did not have any any actual plastic surgery, it is possible that her youthful appearance may be aided by medical grade skin care, such obaji, with some chemical peels or SmartSkin CO2laser treatments.

She is aging very gracefully, with none of the obvious alterations of many of her Hollywood peers.

Scluptra is suitable for both woman and men of different ages - Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains- it can help with deep folds around the mouth and nose, sunken cheeks, facial scars, deep acne scars and loose skin."Sculptra can be used to correct: Loss of fat and soft tissue in the face,Premature ageing of the face, Hollow cheeks and temples, Nose to mouth folds, Deep folds and wrinkles, Marionette lines, Sagging jowls.

Sculptra does not give immediate results! Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains: After the first treatment, it may appear that Sculptra worked immediately. Typically, patients will experience some degree of edema associated with the injection procedure, which will give the appearance of a full correction by the end of the injection session (within about 30 minutes).

The patient should be informed that the injection-related edema typically resolves in several hours to a few days, resulting in the "reappearance" of the original contour deficiency. Sculptra takes time to gradually correct the depression in the skin.

Sculptra, Sylvester Stallone’s jawline is way too sharp for a man who is 63 years old. These features could be caused by an eyelid lift and a facelift, respectively. His cheeks also appear higher than they used to be, a possible consequence of silicone cheek implants or Sculptra treatment.

Sculptra in the 20s gives Collagen production slows down and then becomes dormant. This is an ideal time to start Sculptra to keep the collagen reserves active and for skin tightening.

Sculptra in the 30s and 40s is ideal for long lasting lines and wrinkles correction and enhances cheek volume and stimulates collagen in a natural way.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains Sculptra in the 50s and onward is ideal to restore facial contours and volume and correct facial laxity and improve the jaw line and other areas and patients can achieve full face lifting without the need for aggressive surgery with the result lasting up to 5 years.

Sculptra is officially approved by MHRA in the UK and the FDA in the USA and for restoration and/or correction of the signs of facial fat loss (lipoatrophy) and is used for treating facial lines and wrinkles

Cellulaze: The revolutionary Laser surgery for Cellulite by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-08-29T22:34:00.009+01:00

Cellulaze: The revolutionary Laser surgery for Cellulite, which was introduced into the UK by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi in 2011

Dr Ayahm AL-Ayoubi : "A new laser treatment that just received its CE mark in Europe could be the first Laser device that is scientifically proven to reduce cellulite."

The market for cellulite reduction is high and has been previously served by non-invasive devices such as the Reaction by Viora, Velashape, and Smoothshapes.

The newest addition to the battle against cellulite is Cellulaze Laser, which differs from the non-invasive procedures by using an advanced and sophisticated laser technology.

Under local anesthesia or light IV sedation, a small cannula is inserted under the skin and advanced SideLight 3D™ technology directs controlled laser energy to treat cellulite.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said: "With this revolutionary new Sidelight 3D optical fiber and Cellulaze laser, we are getting long lasting improvement in cellulite with only one treatment. This should be a major leap forward for the body contouring industry."

In Addition the Cellulaze Laser is Designed to treat lumpy pockets of fat by releasing areas of skin depression and increasing elasticity and thickness of skin, the Cellulaze is one of the first lasers to hit the market to address cellulite. An added benefit is patients only require one treatment.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi a pioneer of Smartlipo, Smartlipo MPX and Triplex as well as BodyTite, the inventor of Laser Assisted Liposuction and one of the leading surgeons working on Cellulaze for cellulite explains,"The procedure has scientifically proven results."

Trials conducted have used objective means of determining results. For example, in addition to the usual photographic evaluations (think the “before” and “after” pictures you see in commercials all too often), ultrasounds were used to determine changes in skin thickness. 3D surface imaging scans showed the skin’s topography before and after treatment.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said: "In one clinical trial, 68% of patients saw significant improvements, with an overall 76% of patients having good to excellent results. One study reported a 23% increase in skin thickness and a 32.5% increase in skin elasticity after just one month. Patients and physicians alike have been highly satisfied with the results and have reported minimal side effects."

For additional information on Cellulaze, please contact London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, London on 02083421100 or info@Lmaclinic.com

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi about OBAGI NU-DERM GETS GREAT REVIEWS IN NEW STUDY

2011-08-29T16:27:00.014+01:00

OBAGI NU-DERM GETS GREAT REVIEWS IN NEW STUDY
24 August 2011

A recent clinical study published in the July issue of Aesthetic Surgery Journal says that certain patients report much higher rates of satisfaction when using products from the Obagi skin care line.

The study analyzed results of patients who combined their BOTOX treatment with Obagi, versus a control group who used Botox and a placebo.

A recent press release specifically reports that Obagi’s Condition and Enhance line

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said:“provides greater improvement in overall facial appearance, as well as increased patient satisfaction vs. Botox treatments with a placebo.” The Condition and Enhance line of Obagi products, also marketed as Obagi Nu-Derm, uses a combination of 4 percent hydroquinone and tretinoin.

Also Ashley Judd uses Obagi Exfoderm and the whole Obagi skin care line
Guess what! If Obagi skin care products are good enough for Ashley Judd, it's good enough for all of us. Ashley Judd is a two-time Golden Globe nominee whose screen credits include "De-Lovely" and "Kiss the Girls". She also starrs in the film "Helen". Oh, and one more thing, she's very, very beautiful.

ABOUT THE STUDY

The 120 day study was a multi-center, randomized, investigator-masked, parallel-group study with 61 Botox patients. Patients were randomly prescribed either a hydroquinone system (cleanser, toner, 4% hydroquinone, exfoliant, and sunscreen) combined with 0.05% tretinoin cream, or a “standard skin care regimen” with cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen.

RESULTS FOUND WITH OBAGI

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains:Patients in the Obagi group reported a significant improvement in fine lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. Lead investigator Joel Schlessinger MD said: “This data clearly highlights the fact that by adding Condition & Enhance to injectable patients’ treatment regimen, patients are addressing multiple aspects of aging skin for optimal results.”

Investigators and patients alike were asked to evaluate the results. They found “significantly milder fine lines/wrinkles and hyperpigmentation at days 30, 90, and 120″ in the combination group and patient surveys showed “superior overall ratings.”

Here’s a breakdown of the Obagi results and standard group’s results:

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said that 89 percent of the combined group was satisfied or extremely satisfied with their results.
93 percent of the Obagi group was satisfied or extremely satisfied with the treatment regimen.
100 percent of the Obagi Condition and Enhance group wished to continue treatment after the study.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi comments that 12 percent of the “standard skincare group” was satisfied or extremely satisfied with their results and their treatment regimen.
According to ASAPS, “Patients using the hydroquinone system plus tretinoin believed that their study treatment had further enhanced the improvements attained with botulinum toxin type A compared to those using the standard skin care regimen (86% vs. 8%).”

Read more from the following sources:

Sources:
Obagi Corporate Press Release

The revolutionary Cellulaze Laser– Permanent Solution To Cellulite by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-08-29T02:41:00.026+01:00

Someone may at some point have told you that things like cellulite, saggy skin, and wrinkles are all a natural part of life. But of course that doesn’t mean we have to like it. Face lifts, tummy tucks, and even neck lifts are all permanent surgical solutions to some of the problems that plague women.

But what about cellulite?

Topical creams that are more gimmick than treatment, and unpleasant-sounding procedures that use things like “rolling and suction” – these are the options at hand. Not to mention the monthly, even weekly sessions some treatments require.

Well, thanks to science, there is a new, permanent solution for cellulite; it’s called Cellulaze laser,which was introduced into the UK by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi in 2011.

Cynosure, a corporation that makes laser cosmetic used in a variety of procedures, has developed Cellulaze laser, a new laser approach to the treatment of cellulite.

Dr Ayham Al_Ayoubi explains: Cellulaze Laser is the World's First Aesthetic Laser device with minimally invasive surgical approach to attack cellulite beneath the surface of the skin for the long-term reduction of cellulite.

The treatment uses Thermaguide, an intelligent energy delivery system with temperature sensors, which not only allows physicians to maintain even, controlled flows of laser energy, but also helps to accurately determine the safest and most effective dosage.

How Cellulaze laser procedure Is Performed?

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains:Cellulaze is a minimally invasive surgery performed under local anesthetic or light IV sedation. Though the word “surgery” can be scary, the procedure involves a tiny tube the width of a pen tip. This tube, called a cannula, contains a thin fiber through which a pulsed laser is transmitted.

The cannula is inserted under the skin, and the laser travels through the fiber and delivers 1440-nm energy to the subdermal tissue of the buttocks and thighs. This is known as side-firing, for which Cynosure has developed a specific technology, the Advanced SideLight 3D.

Results From Cellulaze Laser!

The laser is able to decrease the size of the lumpy fat pockets under the skin – the structures that are the foundation of cellulite – and release the depressed skin around the pockets, all the while increasing the skin’s thickness and elasticity. The tissue tightens through coagulation, and the regeneration of collagen and connective tissue increase thickness and elasticity.

Results Of the clinical Trials –

With all its fancy technology, Cellulaze might just sound like the next new gimmick or advertisement trick. But in reality, the procedure has scientifically proven results.

Trials conducted have used objective means of determining results. For example, in addition to the usual photographic evaluations (think the “before” and “after” pictures you see in commercials all too often), ultrasounds were used to determine changes in skin thickness. 3D surface imaging scans showed the skin’s topography before and after treatment.

In one clinical trial, 68% of patients saw significant improvements, with an overall 76% of patients having good to excellent results. One study reported a 23% increase in skin thickness and a 32.5% increase in skin elasticity after just one month. Patients and physicians alike have been highly satisfied with the results and have reported minimal side effects.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains:The improvements were shown to continue after three, six, and even twelve months. Longer studies are needed to determine the full longevity of the results, but from the looks of it, Cellulaze is in a position to serve as a permanent treatment for cellulite.

The best part?

All of this was after only one treatment. That’s right – Cellulaze requires only one laser treatment session. Compare that to Endermologie, a popular “rolling and suction’ method which requires 2 sessions per week for 4-6 weeks, then 1 session per week for 6-8 weeks, and then 1 session per month to maintain the results.

Lorraine Kelly TV show about The cost of cosmetic surgery abroad

2011-08-27T21:20:00.013+01:00

Hannah McKenzie was on the Lorraine Kelly TV show talking about botched liposuction in Belgium to save money, but eventually paid much more! And how she fixed it with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi how give her eventually the results she always wanted at London Medical And Aesthetic clinic , 1 Harley Street,London!

Watch the TV interview coverage here:

http://www.lmaclinic.co.uk/video-player.asp?videofile=itv1.flv&autoplayConf=True

Fill the Difference with Ellanse

2011-08-21T17:31:00.006+01:00

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was the first surgeon to introduce Ellanse into the UK. Here he explains why this ground breaking new filler is so special and talk us through a couple of unique treatments he can offer using the product.

Dermal fillers are one of the biggest growth areas in facial aesthetics, as women are starting to realise that you don’t necessarily need to have a facelift to knock several years off your age.

Ever since collagen first hit the market in the early 1990s and was found to be effective- if a little problematic- in the battle against ageing, pharmaceutical companies the world over have been embroiled in a race to create the perfect filler.

Since the launch of Restylane in 1996, the majority of dermal fillers have been made from hyaluronic acid- a substance naturally produced within the body, which breaks down over time. HA fillers have many advantages: you don’t need to perform a skin test prior to treatment, as you did with collagen, and they can be easily dissolved if you don’t like the effect.

However, although hyaluronic acid is much more durable than collagen, it still only lasts for six to nine months, which is great when you’re trying a treatment for the first time, but can get expensive over the course of a few years.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said:I’m keen to offer my patients as wide a choice as possible, so in my clinic I offer all the major filler brands, as well as the injectable volumising treatment, Sculptra, and am always on the look-out for the next big thing. In March last year, I discovered Ellanse, brand new dermal filler that offers all the benefits of HA but lasts for up to five years.

Breaking boundaries

An advanced version of current options on the market, Ellanse is the first filler of its kind to treat under-eye bags and dark circles, which are not usually treated with dermal fillers. Not only are the results instant, but this all-natural, water based anti-ageing treatment also stimulates the body’s own collagen production to deliver smoother, plumper looking skin and long lasting, natural looking results.

Made of poly-caprolactone (PCI), a well-known totally bioresorbable soft medical polymer, Ellanse retains its volume of between three and five years, before totally resorbed and removed from the body, with no residues of any kind left behind.

I was so impressed with the results possible from Ellanse that I decided to introduce it to my practice, and I have had great success with it since. Because of its unique contouring and sculpting capacities, I realised that you can do things with it that are not possible with other dermal fillers, and so I started to experiment with new ideas.

Dimple creation

Dimples are caused when the facial muscle is shorter than normal; it pulls on the skin and forms an indentation when smiling. They are genetic trail, so you either have them or you don’t, but over the past few years, with celebrities such as Cheryl Cole hitting the spotlight, they have become a very desirable facial feature.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains: If you know facial anatomy very well- my background is as a facial plastic surgeon- then it is possible to create an impression of a dimple through non-surgical means, and Ellanse is the ideal product with which to do this.

First of all the patient to perform a series of facial manoeuvres, such as whistling, clenching and smiling, while I study the face to see where the muscles are sited and how they move. This shows me where to create the dimple.

I then inject Ellanse around the area to create a circular ring deep in the dermis. An indentation forms in the middle of the ring, which mimics the effect of a dimple. If you did this with HA fillers, they would just dissolve with facial movement, but Ellanse’s make-up means that it will become more defined with the process of inflammation.

“Ellanse is the first of its kind to treat eye bags and dark circles”.

Non-surgical facelift

The non-surgical facelift is pretty much the holy grail of facial aesthetic treatments.

Realistically, at the moment, the effect can only be created with a combination of temporary dermal fillers and injectable volumisers, such as Sculptra, but the problem is that the effects of Sculptra, whilst impressive, take a few months to show, by which time the wrinkle-filling benefits of HA filler will have worn off, so you have to start again.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said:"I have found that Ellanse is the perfect partner for Sculptra to create a true injectable facelift, Ellanse instantly gives a dramatic improvement in the treatment of fine lines and wrinkles on the face, whilst Sculptra will work over a period of months to significantly enhance the shape of the jaw line and the volume of the face".

Because the effects of Ellanse are long lasting, wrinkles are still filled when Sculptra starts to take visible effects, and because both products work to stimulate your own collagen production they perfectly, giving you an incomparably plumper up, dewy-looking glow, which will last for an astonishing four to five years.

Facing the future

I will continue to seek out the best new treatments to offer my patients, because I want to be able to provide a truly exceptional service and give patients the face and body they have always dreamed of. For now, I think Ellanse is the best product on the market to provide both instant and lasting results, without the pillow-face effect.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi participating at Cosmetic Blepharoplasty and Fundamentals of Face Lift Workshop St. Louis, MO, USA 22–24 July 2011

2011-08-14T19:29:00.015+01:00

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi participating at Cosmetic Blepharoplasty and Fundamentals of Face Lift Workshop. The course has offered through Practical Anatomy & Surgical Education Saint Louis University School of Medicine to participating plastic surgeons.

When it comes to enhancing beauty and appeal through surgical means, one cannot be at ease leaving the procedure in the hands of people who may not have sufficient knowledge of the process.

Over the years Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has become an expert surgeon especially in the field of Facial Plastic Surgery. Nevertheless he is still eager to expand his knowledge and expertise by attending and participating in facial plastic surgery courses and conferences and the latest one was the Cosmetic Blepharoplasty and Fundamentals of Face Lift Workshop at the reputed institution of Saint Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA.

This Cosmetic Blepharoplasty and Fundamentals of Face Lift Workshop course had afford a wide exchange of ideas and knowledge between the plastic surgeons and the Course Directors, Gregory H. Branham, MD, FACS,Jill A. Foster, MD, FACS, Morris E. Hartstein, MD, FACS and John B. Holds, MD, FACS

This workshop has been designed to provide Otolaryngologists, Head and Neck Surgeons, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Ophthalmologists, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons with a comprehensive overview of the surgical rehabilitation of the aged upper and lower eyelid and midface.

The participants had the opportunity to learn and enhance their skills in a variety of surgical procedures on the eyelid, brow and midface. The participants Surgeons at this workshop have learned state of the art techniques in Upper and lower Blepharoplasty, Internal Brow Lift, Endoscopic Brow Lift and Facelift.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi as always get in touch with the best aesthetic surgeons at aesthetic surgery institutes all around the World.

The institute has a state-of-the-art equipments used in aesthetic surgical processes. In effect, The education centre at Saint Louis University School of Medicine is not just a center for aesthetic surgical procedures. But also it is a centre of learning which is specializes on the various facets of aesthetic surgery education.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains : "It is a reality that as we get older, our bodies change. It is an undeniable manifestation of aging. As such, our skin will get wrinkled and the smooth and glowing skin will become filled with valleys and ridges, becoming dull in the process. One's eyelids may also sag due to the accumulation of dead skin cells as well as excess fats and muscles in the eyelids."

When this happens, one need not fret too much. This is because blepharoplasty offers a solution to such problem.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said:"An aesthetic face lift is known medically as rhytidectomy. The total facial appearance as well as that of the jaw area will also be greatly enhanced by an aesthetic facelift. In fact, this surgery can aid in reversing the adverse effects that could be brought on the sun, wind, time and even stress."

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi interviewed by KSA2 TV about his Smartlipo expertise.

2011-07-17T01:39:00.008+01:00

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi interviewed by KSA2 TV about his Smartlipo -Laser Assissted Liposcution expertise.

Read more and watch the TV interview with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

http://www.youtube.com/embed/uKUZ_doMTzw

Master Class Course in Ellanse, by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi at InterCHARM Cosmetic and Aesthetic Conference. Moscow, Russia, March 2011.

2011-07-16T15:50:00.019+01:00

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was invited to perform an advanced master class about the Ellanse after the successful first master class of Ellanse at the InterCHARM in Russia in October 2010,

The advanced master class was attended by over 100 Cosmetic doctors from all over Russia and the region to learn how to use Ellanse, from a basics format up to Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi's advanced technique as a non-surgical full face lifting.

At the end of Ellanse Master Class the delegate had a lunch with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi where they had the chance to discuss their views of Ellanse, expanded their knowledge and became more familiar with one to one basis with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi's advanced techniques of Ellanse treatment, which include non surgical face lifting, cheek enhancement, jaw line treatment.

The Cosmetic doctors at the conference expressed their gratitude for the knowledge and practical clinical techniques they gained and learned from this advanced Ellanse Master class.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was the key speaker where he lectured about his expertise in Ellanse – the latest dermal filler which was introduced into Hungary at this conference.

Ellanse is made of Poly-caprolactone (PCl), is a well-known totally bioresorbable soft medical polymer. PCl is used in numerous CE-marked and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved commercial bloresorbable product applications for several decades world-wide and has demonstrated an excellent safety profile.

Also Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi had performed a master class which was attended by more than 75 Cosmetic Doctors from all around Hungary and neighbouring countries to be taught how to use Ellanse from a basics format up to Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi's advanced technique as a non-surgical full face lifting.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explained in his lecture that Ellanse is the first and the only dermal fillers which act as biostimulator of collagen with thre results lasting up to 2-3 years.

Ellanse developed by AQTIS Medica, is the first dermal filler which offers a safe unique Tunable Longevity specifically designed for the field of aesthetic medicine and surgery with the result lasting from 3-5 years.

Ellanse is made of Poly-caprolactone (PCl), is a well-known totally bioresorbable soft medical polymer. PCl is used in numerous CE-marked and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved commercial bloresorbable product applications for several decades world-wide and has demonstrated an excellent safety profile.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explained about the benefits of ELLANSE which offers the maximum potential for modeling due to the combination of optimum viscosity, unique elasticity and uniform homogeneity. Hence, the ELLANSE Family can be used in a variety of beautifying indications:

Correcting wrinkles and folds
Volumizing
Contouring
Sculpting
The ELLANSE is an injectable implant, indicated for deep dermal and subdermal implantation. The nasolabial folds used in the clinical study are representative for deep and sub-dermal soft tissue augmentat ion of the facial area.

Ellanse is officially approved by MHRA in the UK and the FDA in the USA and for restoration and/or correction of the signs of facial fat loss (lipoatrophy) and is used for treating facial lines and wrinkles.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said: Ellanse is suitable for both woman and men of different ages. It can help with deep folds around the mouth and nose, sunken cheeks, facial scars, deep acne scars and loose skin.

Dr Al-Ayoubi talked about the use of Ellanse in different age group as following:

In the 20s:
Collagen production slows down and then becomes dormant. This is an ideal time to start Ellanse to keep the collagen reserves active and for skin tightening.

In the 30s and 40s:
Ellanse is ideal for long lasting lines and wrinkles correction and enhances cheek volume and stimulates collagen in a natural way.

In the 50s and onward:
Ellanse is ideal to restore facial contours and volume and correct facial laxity and improve the jaw line and other areas and patients can achieve full face lifting without the need for aggressive surgery with the result lasting up to 3-4 years.

The business program became a visit card of the conference. Gurus and experts of all spheres of beauty industry (from cosmetologists to massage-masters) share their experience and know-how during multiple master-classes, seminars, competitions and demonstrations.

Advanced Master Class in Ellanse, by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, Budapest, Hungary, June 2011

2011-07-11T14:41:00.030+01:00

Budapest Cosmetic Conference is the premier conference for non-surgical cosmetic treatments in Hungary. The conference gathered some of the best speakers from around the region to provide their inside into the latest developments as well as practical tips for successful treatments.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was the key speaker where he lectured about his expertise in Ellanse – the latest dermal filler which was introduced into Hungary at this conference.

Ellanse is made of Poly-caprolactone (PCl), is a well-known totally bioresorbable soft medical polymer. PCl is used in numerous CE-marked and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved commercial bloresorbable product applications for several decades world-wide and has demonstrated an excellent safety profile.

Also Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi had performed a master class which was attended by more than 75 Cosmetic Doctors from all around Hungary and neighbouring countries to be taught how to use Ellanse from a basics format up to Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi's advanced technique as a non-surgical full face lifting.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explained in his lecture that Ellanse is the first and the only dermal fillers which act as biostimulator of collagen with thre results lasting up to 2-3 years.

Ellanse developed by AQTIS Medica, is the first dermal filler which offers a safe unique Tunable Longevity specifically designed for the field of aesthetic medicine and surgery with the result lasting from 3-5 years.

Ellanse is made of Poly-caprolactone (PCl), is a well-known totally bioresorbable soft medical polymer. PCl is used in numerous CE-marked and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved commercial bloresorbable product applications for several decades world-wide and has demonstrated an excellent safety profile.
Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explained about the benefits of ELLANSE which offers the maximum potential for modeling due to the combination of optimum viscosity, unique elasticity and uniform homogeneity. Hence, the ELLANSE Family can be used in a variety of beautifying indications:

•Correcting wrinkles and folds
•Volumizing
•Contouring
•Sculpting

The ELLANSE is an injectable implant, indicated for deep dermal and subdermal implantation. The nasolabial folds used in the clinical study are representative for deep and sub-dermal soft tissue augmentat ion of the facial area.

Ellanse is officially approved by MHRA in the UK and the FDA in the USA and for restoration and/or correction of the signs of facial fat loss (lipoatrophy) and is used for treating facial lines and wrinkles.

Ellanse is suitable for both woman and men of different ages. It can help with deep folds around the mouth and nose, sunken cheeks, facial scars, deep acne scars and loose skin.

Dr Al-Ayoubi talked about the use of Ellanse in different age group as following:

In the 20s: Collagen production slows down and then becomes dormant. This is an ideal time to start Ellanse to keep the collagen reserves active and for skin tightening.

In the 30s and 40s:
Ellanse is ideal for long lasting lines and wrinkles correction and enhances cheek volume and stimulates collagen in a natural way.

In the 50s and onward:
Ellanse is ideal to restore facial contours and volume and correct facial laxity and improve the jaw line and other areas and patients can achieve full face lifting without the need for aggressive surgery with the result lasting up to 3-4 years.

Saturated business program became a visit card of the conference. Gurus and experts of all spheres of beauty industry (from cosmetologists to massage-masters) share their experience and know-how during multiple master-classes, seminars, competitions and demonstrations.
The organizers managed to cover all the existing trends in beauty industry and harmoniously divided the exhibition into issue-related zones.

The Hungarian section was the premier of the conference 2011 in the zone of National sections. The organizers planned to contribute to the further development of Accessorize section, Farma+Beauty section and Russian manufacturers section that was opened last year. Cosmeceutics, Bio and organic cosmetics were among the most perspective trends for Budapest Cosmetic Conference 2011.

Sculptra, Non-surgical full face lifting by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-07-04T16:22:00.008+01:00

London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic is one of the leading clinics in Sculptra treatment in the UK. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is a renowned Sculptra Surgeon and he is an internationally recognised expert in the procedure.

Sculptra is a long lasting, clinically-proven ,non-invasive, stimulating injectable treatment that is designed to smooth out and soften lines and wrinkles, restore facial volume and contour the face in a natural way.

It is considered to be a discreet approach to achieving a fresher, younger-looking appearance, probably used by many Hollywood stars who deny having surgery but look to have defied age and remain still naturally good looking without a "done" plastic appearance.

Sculptra is considered the ultimate and that's what some fantastic looking stars around the age of 50 have done.
Madonna is believed to have had extensive Sculptra treatments for younger-looking face.

Unlike surgical options, Sculptra can provide gradual, natural-looking results through less traumatic treatment. Results usually start to become visible after 4-6 weeks. Patients can achieve a full face lifting effect which usually lasts up to 4-5 years.

The photos below are courtesy of Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi and they are examples of Sculptra treatment.

Patients travel from all over the UK and from around the world to have Dr Al-Ayoubi perform Sculptra treatment at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, London, which is one of the leading training centres for Sculptra treatment in the UK and Europe.

Kate Middleton Dimple's Phenomenon!

2011-06-27T17:30:00.012+01:00

The whole world had their eyes on the Royal Wedding as the Duke and Duchess Wed on Friday 29th April! The perfectly groomed brunette has not put a foot wrong in the beauty stakes. With her beautiful smile appearing in magazines, newspapers and tv channels throughout the globe it’s no wonder there is a new surgery trend in town – her dimples!

We all want them but are we prepared to under the knife? Well thanks to Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic we don’t have to.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is at the forefront of modern aesthetic advances. He first launched the world-famous Smartlipo laser in the UK, and in early 2010 introduced new dermal filler Ellanse!

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi introduced Ellanse into the UK last year as he believes it combines the advantages of both Restylane and Sculptra, by delivering instant results but with a longer life span.

He explains that Ellanse was developed in Holland by Aptous, were originally They where involved in developing other well known Hyaluronic acid dermal filler Restylane, and facial volumiser Sculptr. They are well established in the field of aesthetic enhancement.

Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers may give an instant great, natural look but the major disadvantage is the short lifespan of the results – Sculptra has the lifespan of 3-5 years but the disadvantage is that the results are not instant. introduced Ellanse into the UK last year as he believes it combines the advantages of both Restylane and Sculptra, by delivering instant results but with a longer life span.

Dr Al-Ayoubi and his patients have been really pleased with the results. Not only do you get instant results but the effects continue to improve over the next couple of months as the injection causes a slight inflammation that boosts collagen production. When normal dermal fillers begin to dissipate, Ellanse is just reaching its peak!

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi combined with his knowledge of the facial anatomy and using Ellanse and without a scalpel insight he has a method to create dimples.
His background as a facial plastic surgeon means that he is well equipped to doing this.

First Dr Al-Ayoubi asks the patient to perform a series of facial manoeuvres such as clenching of the teeth and smiling. This enables him to study the face, to see where the muscles are and how they move. From this Dr Al-Ayoubi will know where to inject the filler:

“I then inject the Ellanse dermal filler around the area to create a circular ring deep into the dermis so it does not create any lumps. An indentation forms in the middle of the ring that mimics the impression of a dimple.”

This cannot be done with other Dermal Fillers made of Hydraulic Acid as they will dissolve with any facial movements made. Ellanse becomes more defined with the process of inflammation.

Dr Al-Ayoubi said: “Kate Middleton is a true English beauty, it’s not surprising she has kicked off new a surgery trend.”

So with this mind, Dr Al-Ayoubi is renowned for pushing the boundaries in how procedures can be applied and with the press poring over Kate Middleton’s every move there is no wonder women desire after her and one area in particular – Dimples.

Availability: The London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic
www.lmaclinic.com / 0208 342 1100
Price: Starts from £500

Dermal Fillers on Trend by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-06-21T12:26:00.022+01:00

It is no accident that hottie Megan Fox has remarkably Lips. In addition to the dark straight hair, and unconventional tattoo’s, Megan had her naturally thin lips injected and plumped to continue being one of the most flawless and beautiful women on the planet.

A patient of Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic also shares her story with Look Magazine of how she continues with plumping up her naturally thin lips to keep her flawless looks;

“I grew up really envious of my mum’s gorgeous lips-mine were thin and unnoticeable in comparison. So when I read about fillers in a magazine, I knew I wanted to try them.

I went along to a local dentist who also offered cosmetic procedures and had my lips injected with collagen. But I wasn't happy with the results-instead of looking sexy and plump, they just looked unnatural.

I made it my mission to find an experienced doctor to correct them well and finally I found an amazing surgeon in London, Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic. He warned me I was quite young to be getting into the habit of using fillers, but I insisted that he helped me out.

At 23, I asked Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi to also give me Botox. I was concerned about my frown lines-I loved skiing and cycling and I thought the sun had damaged my skin –and felt I needed to correct the lines between my eyebrows and the crows’ feet around my eyes.

The first dose of Botox cost me £300, and the results lasted for four months. I loved my new frown-free forehead so when I saw the first wrinkle return, I went straight back to the doctor for more.

Since then I have had 5 sets of lip injections and 9 doses of Botox. I have spent more than £3,500 on treatments and I can’t see the cycle ever stopping.
The problem is that once I’d started the injections, I didn’t want to stop. My features are so flawless now."

Read more at; http://www.lmaclinic.co.uk/files/pdf/look18.pdf

The best Laser hair removal system by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-06-20T19:58:00.004+01:00

Kim Kardashian a Fan of Laser Hair Removal

If you've wanted to imitate the celebrity fashion style of model and socialite Kim Kardashian, you have to start with the basics. Kardashian recently said that she has laser hair removal to keep her entire body hair free: "Arms, bikini, legs, underarms - my entire body is hairless!"
Cynosure –Elite MPX- laser Hair Removal treatment
Launched in spring 2011, this is the first such treatment to treat all skin types, including back and Asian skin.
Dr vAyham Al-Ayoubi explans:”The machine emits two wavelengths allowing the surgeon to optimise the delivery of heat energy based on the individual skin type. By choosing a laser you allow for less damage to the surrounding skin. The laser beam is absorbed by the hair follicle and transformed to heat which destroys it.”

From £ 125 per session (three to six sessions recommended).Available from the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic, W1G and nationwide Tel: 020 8342 1100

How Celebrities Stay Young and Wrinkle Free, By Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-06-03T18:08:00.006+01:00

SmartSkin Performa CO2 Technology

We pride ourselves to be the very first leading clinic to introduce the revolutionary SmartSkin Performa fractional CO2 Laser resurfacing into the UK and Europe, by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi in 2010.

Performa fractional CO2 micro ablative Laser skin resurfacing is the latest generation and the most sophisticated of laser skin resurfacing technology for fast, visible results with minimal downtime.

Rejuvenate, resurface and reduce wrinkles whilst treating superficial and deep layers of the skin. The system is precision controlled allowing exact treatment of the indication and control over the depth, pattern and intensity.

CO2 is obvious choice for skin rejuvenation and wrinkle reduction.

Read more at http://www.lmaclinic.co.uk/skin_rejuvenation.asp

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi Lecturing All Around the World

2011-06-03T15:06:00.022+01:00

A recognised pioneer surgeon in the field of Laser Body Sculpting and Sculptra treatment Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has been lecturing around the world about his latest techniques in Laser body contouring surgery,Smartlipo- Laser assisted liposuction, Sculptra and Ellanse.

Below some of the most recent cconferences, societies and hospitals both nationally and internationally where he has invited to lecture and train plastic Surgeons and cosmetic doctors in this field.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi a guest honour lecturer about the latest developments in body contouring and Smartlipo TriPlex in Cosmetic News Expo 2011, London, UK - May 2011

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi introduced the revolutionary dermal filler Ellanse at InterCHARM Cosmetic and Aesthetic Conference, Moscow, Russia - April 2011

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi introducing the revolutionary dermal filler Ellanse at Cosmetic and Aesthetic Conference, Kiev, Ukraine- April 2011

Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress, Monte Carlo, France - March 2011. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was one of the main key speakers where he lectured about his expertise in Ellanse – the latest dermal filler which was introduced into France at this congress.

Read more about
Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi
Lecturing Around the World at
http://www.lmaclinic.co.uk/media-news-events.asp

Did The Celebrities Get It Right? By Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-05-31T00:15:00.019+01:00

According to LOOK magazine May 2011. The following celebrities have admitted....

Victoria Beckham.
Posh accidently gave the game about her having implants reduced in her early 30s, saying on camera: “no torpedo bazookas. Gone.”

Now that Kate Middleton has married Prince William, everyone wants to know when she will be pregnant with their first child, something Victoria Beckham is reportedly encouraging.

Beckham reportedly suggested to Kate that she work on having a baby because she thinks it is one of the best things, states HollywoodLife (via Look magazine.

Many believe that Kate will find herself pregnant within the first year of her marriage to Prince William.
Victoria Beckham is currently pregnant with her fourth which will be her first girl with David Beckham.

Kim Kardashian.
Kim Kardashian did Botox once before and swore it off. The second time around, the celebrity believed she was enduring an allergic reaction to the injections around her eyes and ended up with puffy peepers and two black eyes.

Upon checking back in with the doctor, Kim Kardashian was told she was much too young to be undergoing the procedure and that the black eyes were somewhat more typical than they were rare.

"I'm never doing this again," Kim said on the show. "... At least not until I'm 40."

Kim Kardashian had Botox on camera 2010 aged 29, but left with swollen black eyes-a side effect.
Now she says she won’t have more jabs until she’s 40.

Kylie Minogue.
“I have tried Botox, I have tried them all” the 42-year-old said in 2009.
She since said: I have stopped using it a while ago. I have lines now, and that’s ok.”
Kylie Minogue admits she’s had Botox to help maintain her youthful appearance.

She also hinted she may have dabbled in other procedures to keep her looking young.

'I’ve tried Botox. I've tried them all,' she told Elle.
'‘I’m definitely not one of those people who say “You shouldn’t do this”.

‘Everyone individually can do what they want.'
‘I also think it doesn’t have the stigma that it had when I was growing up.'
'For all time women have wanted to, for the most part, look their best.'

Sarah Harding.
Sarah had collagen lip last year, to help her feel confident about approaching 30, but she soon decided she prefers to be natural.

Sarah Harding regrets undergoing a procedure to plump up her lips, branding it "a very silly thing to do".
The Girls Aloud star was spotted with a noticeably fuller pout earlier last year, prompting rumours she had undergone cosmetic surgery.

Sarah Harding, 29, admits she opted for a filler procedure in a bid to retain her youthful looks - but she has no plans to repeat the experience.
She told fabulous magazine, "It is not something I am going to be trying again, or anything I would recommend to anyone else. But, yeah, around Christmas I got a little bit experimental and decided to have some filler in my lips. Clearly that was a mistake.

"It was a case of approaching my 30s and not feeling confident about that. It was something that was on my mind a lot. I was very silly. It was a very silly thing to do. Thankfully my lips have gone back down again now and everything's okay."

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says:
“It is not until the mid-30s that lines get ingrained as natural collagen levels deplete. Also some people use Botox in their early 20s to prevent wrinkles and lines but the risk is that they can end up finding it addictive.”

As regard Liposuction and Smartlipo Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says :
“Between 25-45 is the ideal age for Smatlipo – Laser Assisted liposuction as the skin is still supple enough to snap back into shape after surgery and by this age, you’ll know if you’re really bothered enough about a stubborn area to go for surgery. But it’s not without risks. Side effects can include bruising, minim swelling, and temporary lumps under skin.”

Lip Injections for the Stars...Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains about lips enhancement using Dermal Fillers ..

2011-05-29T22:31:00.015+01:00

Angelina Jolie is as well known for her beautiful full lips as she is for her acting.

Those full and gorgeous lips are something that many women want, and for some that means seeing a plastic surgeon!
Dermal fillers offer patients several non-surgical options for lip enhancement.
Dermal fillers are easy to inject and provide patients with a quick recovery, minimal swelling, little if any bruising and a procedure associated with minimal pain. Juvederm® and Restylane® are both comprised of a substance that is naturally found in the body called hyaluronic acid.

Beautiful lip enhancement can make a woman look more alluring and feminine. This has given a number of people who have passed through Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi hands improved looks and boosted self-confidence.

The example an actress- Lisa Rinna who is well known for having beautiful lips and lip plumbing injections.

One of the best and brightest starlets out there is Megan Fox, and she has undergone a lip augmentation amongst other cosmetic enhancements.

Acclaimed actress Kiera Knightly has also undergone lip augmentation to enhance her statuesque face to increase her natural glamour.

If there’s one thing that’s certain, it’s that full lips are desirable, sensual, and can make you look more appealing.

It should come as no surprise, then, that so many celebrities attempt to get that sexy, pouty-lipped look. Facial Plastic surgeon Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has helped plenty of patients enhance their appearance through non-surgical aesthetic enhancements.

Sam Lewis from Spa Secrets tries out an ‘injectable face lift’ the collagen stimulator Sculptra with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-05-22T00:36:00.013+01:00

The problem

At 40 years old, excessive exercise has kept my body fairly fit but my face is fading fast. My once plump cheeks are like deflated balloons and I want to turn back the clock a few years or two without going under the knife.

The Sculptra treatment by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

The room is clinical without even a whiff of a scented candle. I sit in a dentist-style chair under the glare of a spotlight while cold topical anaesthetic cream is smothered on my face.

I’ve got 10 minutes to wait for to numb my senses- time to contemplate leaving- but I remain put, least I be branded a coward. As the cream is wiped off, I close my eyes and flinch in anticipation.

Jab goes the first needle, then the next, and the next. Each time the needle pierces my skin, a small amount of liquid (Sculptra powder mixed with sterile water) is injected before an ice pack is quickly applied.

To be honest, the pain isn’t that bad and I’ve endured worse at the dentist under of an overenthusiastic hygienist, but this is my face and I’m a little nervous.

The surgeon Mr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is deft and agile, however. The 12 or so injections- I’m holding my breath and not keeping count- take less that 10 minutes and is followed by a deep massage- not exactly a relaxing facial, but now that the needles are gone, I’m overjoyed.

The outcome of Sculptra

The surgeon Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi offers me the mirror and tentatively I take it. Frankly I’m amazed at my rosy, plumped-up cheeks, even if they are speckled with small pin pricks and the odd smear of blood.

The next morning small bruises have developed, but I vigorously massage my face for five minutes as instructed, and do so for the next five days, morning and night. After several days, the water disperses and my plumped-up cheeks seemingly revert to normal.

So what’s the point? The Sculptra powder, a collagen stimulator rather than filler, remains in place, working its magic gradually and causing only subtle improvement over time. This is treatment slightly more relaxed and, after three, I’m done, properly plumped for the next three years.

I haven’t got a pillow face and I like the fact that there isn’t an instant transformation: no-one knows my secret, except you!

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also talked to Spa Secrets: Sculptra has a loyal following including many celebrities.

The most recent being the glamorous TV favourite Anna Ryder Richardson who says “I didn’t want to have something like Botox, I actually want a more natural look than that and something that also lasts longer. If friends and family who haven’t seen me for a while say to me, ‘you look well, healthy, fresh’, that will mean Sculptra has been really successful for me.”

THE £50K WOMAN From BOTOX to peels, LIPO to lip implants, Avril Mair from ELLE done it all. But was it WORTH it?By Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-05-21T23:48:00.012+01:00

I’m the sensible sort. I wear sunscreen. I vote. I care about the state of the nation and about what those five-inch Louboutins might do to my feet.

But I still dream that one day I might look like Lara Stone (from the neck down only; I was never meant to be blonde).

We all need to enter the world of beauty with sense of perspective. Booking any treatment while thinking – or even hoping – you will turn into someone elsse, someone younger prettier, will only lead to disappointment, then possibly to kind of obsession that ends up turning you into Heidi Montag. You can only ever make the best of what you’ve got.

Having said that, after two years as ELLE’s Beauty Extremist – that’s two years exploring the frontiers of science and vanity testing more treatments than any other editor – I know what will work. More importantly, I also know what’s a total waste of money is.

I’ve tried countless things in order to find out, from the weird to the wonderful, via the undignified and excruciating, from the truly life-changing to those that defy both common sense and medical credibility.

I’ve tried Botox, Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, Sculptra, Mesotherapy, platelet-replacement therapy,RESTYLANE VITAL and Sculptra all With Dr Ayham AL-Ayoubi at London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street.

Sculptra has also firmed and plumped my skin in a way that’s much more natural – looking than most injectable fillers.

Sizzling summer bodies are now achievable with VelaShape.... like Kim Kardashian....................By Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-05-14T14:56:00.015+01:00

With summer approaching us, it’s definitely time to start thinking about our beach bodies.
VelaShape is the original and first device to be FDA cleared and medically approved for the reduction of cellulite.

London Medical and Aesthetic clinic is proud that it was the first clinic to introduce the VelaShape into the UK by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi in 2008. Since then thousands of patients had had VelaShape treatment for cellulite at our 1 Harley Street clinic.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi from the London Medical and Aesthetic clinic says “In a study conducted in our clinic looking at the VelaShape for cellulite reduction, subjects saw visibly noticeable reduction in the circumference of the treated areas as well as improvement in skin tone, and texture. What was most impressive and exciting for patients was that results were seen in 5 or fewer treatments. The majority of patients saw results after just the first 3 treatments.”

VelaShape has a loyal following including many celebrities.
The most recent being the glamorous Kim Kardashian who says “You have got to read about it! It is a non-surgical device that massages the needed area and simulates the blood circulation so that it minimizes cellulite. I am definitely planning to go back for more!”

Kim Kardashian's VelaShape Success Story
“What girl doesn’t have a little bit of cellulite?”

Reality star Kim Kardashian recently wrote on her blog, and the statistics back her up. In fact, over 75% of adult women have some degree of cellulite. Of course, most of them aren’t international celebrities whose every move is captured on film by nosey paparazzi.

For Kim Kardashian, a relatively mild case of cellulite in her thighs and buttocks (admittedly perhaps the best known segments of her frame) led to an awful lot of attention earlier this year. However, before the media had even caught wind of the story, Kim Kardashian was already addressing the issue, attending cellulite removal treatment.

Kim Kardashian might not be considered the world’s most intellectually advanced celebrity, but if there’s one thing she’s experienced with, it’s cosmetic treatments (along with Laser Hair Removal sessions, she’s also been tied to rumours of breast augmentation surgery and butt implants for years).

In this case, Kim Kardashian liked what she heard about VelaShape, and she decided to go ahead and schedule a treatment.
Basically, Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains “VelaShape contours the body and smooth away the dimpled skin of cellulite by using three key elements: massaging rollers, infrared light energy, and bi-polar radio frequencies.”

Working in tandem, these forces help to improve blood circulation and redistribute fat deposits, eventually improving skin elasticity and trimming inches.

If there’s a final moral to Kim Kardashian’s cellulite removal adventure, it might be that, while reality stars don’t always set the best example to live by, sometimes they do set a good point of comparison.

In other words, if a VelaShape treatment helped reduce the cellulite issues of America’s most famous posterior, it just might work for you, as well!

For more information about VelaShape or to book a consultation with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi
at London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, London
Please call 0208 342 1100
or
email us at info@Lmaclinic.com

ELLE......How to change your body in 6 weeks By Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-04-29T23:55:00.011+01:00

Want to change your shape in just 6 weeks but think it’s impossible?

We have eight sure fire ways to get you a beach body in time for holiday season. Whether you need to change your eating habits, get fit or detox we show you how to get results – fast…SmartLipo,by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

SmartLipo is a less evasive form of liposuction surgery, which removes fat by laser technology.

The idea is that the lasers breakdown the cell wall liquidising the fat which is then broken down in the body through the lymphatic system. Due to the fat being flushed out through the body it’s not safe to have large areas of fat removed unless the liquefied fat is sacked out.!!

And That is exactly what Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has invented and developed in 2007 ..the Laser Assisted Liposuction technique known as(LAL).

Like most people, you have stubborn fat pockets that won’t budge no matter what then it is perfect for targeting these specific areas.

As the fat is removed at the clinic you will notice the results straight away – expect to wait around 4 weeks to see significant effects and around 2 months for the remaining liquefied fat to disappear completely.

But be warned this is not a lunchtime quick-fix, expect to go through the same procedures as you would for a serious operation. You need to take a day or afternoon off work as the pain killing drugs combined with the procedure itself will leave you feeling wobbly and you should expect the area to feel sore for a few days after.

At the clinic you are talked through every step of the process,Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi discusses and marks out the areas you want zapped beforehand and you are then dressed in a gown to wait for the drugs to take effect.

A liquid anaesthetic is injected under the top layer of skin, the laser is then sent in and poked around under the skin which our tester found uncomfortable but not painful. Then the liquefied fat is sucked out gently by a a small cannula.

The needle is small there are no stitches after and there are no scars which means you can happily show off your newly slimmed self in no time.

You can have the smartlipo by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi just about anywhere – the chin, tummy, arms and thighs are popular choices ( our tester had inner thighs with great results).

The process costs around £2000-£4000, so if you are expecting extreme or instant results you might be disappointed, however for subtle and steady improvements and a relatively easy process it is definitely worth every penny and our tester said she would absolutely do it again.

Best for: slim people with stubborn fat pockets.

For more information or to book a consultation with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi
at London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, London
Please call 0208 342 1100
or
email us at info@Lmaclinic.com

The Only Way is Essex star Maria Fowler tweeted about her lips enhancement by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-04-25T11:04:00.013+01:00

“There is no way you could convince me to have lip injections to enhance my lips.” The Only Way is Essex star Maria Fowler said.

Maria Fowler had such a fear of needles but she also wanted fuller look on her lips. She wanted something natural to make her lips more plump but not too fake.”

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi at his Harley street clinic offered her a natural lip enhancement procedure that made her feel great about the way her lips looked!

“The Restylane Lipp treatment Dr Al-Ayoubi had preformed gave my lips an amazingly natural and soft look.” Maria told her close friends.

“They look beautiful and the treatment lasted for months, Really great.”

"My lips look beautiful in a natural way now and I have got it the way I always wanted my lips to look, suiting the shape of my face perfectly.”

Maria posted in her Twitter “Thanks Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi so much for doing such a fantastic job on my lips. The thought of having lips enhancement used to scare me. I was so worried about ending up with unnatural looking lips."

Bride to be Kate Middleton- Cheek Dimples made possible by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-04-19T15:03:00.025+01:00

The whole world has their eyes on the Royal Wedding as Prince William and bride-to-be Kate Middleton gear up for their big day on Friday 29th April!

The perfectly groomed brunette has not put a foot wrong in the beauty stakes. With her beautiful smile appearing in magazines, newspapers and TV channels throughout the globe it’s no wonder there is a new surgery trend in town – her dimples!

We all want them but are we prepared to go under the knife? Well thanks to Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic we don’t have to.

The whole world will be watching the Royal Wedding between Prince William and Royal bride to be Kate Middleton in the run up to her big day on Friday 29th April.

The perfectly groomed brunette has not put a foot wrong in the beauty stakes so far!
An April wedding sees Prince William marrying Kate Middleton in the same month as his father, Charles Windsor the Prince of Wales, whose second marriage to the Duchess of Cornwall took place in Windsor on April 9, 2005.

However, the venue will be different as the Prince Charles of Wales chose St Paul's Cathedral.
Apparently it won't be a celebrity-filled wedding, but about 1,900 guests are invited to Westminster Abbey, and then will be joined by a further 600 who will attend the Queen's lunchtime reception at Buckingham Palace.

There are rumours that soccer royalty in the shape of David and Victoria Beckham will be attending! As the date was finalised, it also emerged that Kate Middleton is to play a central role as a working member of the Royal family after her wedding.

It is understood she is already considering a request from the charity Starlight, which grants wishes to seriously and terminally ill children to work as their patron or ambassador.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi and his patients at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic have been really pleased with the results. Not only do you get instant results but the effects continue to improve over the next couple of months as the injection causes a slight inflammation that boosts collagen production. When normal dermal fillers begin to dissipate, Ellanse is just reaching its peak!

So with this mind, Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is renowned for pushing the boundaries in how procedures can be applied and with the press poring over Kate Middleton’s every move there is no wonder women desire after her and one area in particular – Dimples.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi combined with his knowledge of the facial anatomy and using Ellanse and without a scalpel insight he has a method to create dimples.
His background as a facial plastic surgeon means that he is well equipped to doing this.

First Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi asks the patient to perform a series of facial manoeuvres such as clenching of the teeth and smiling. This enables him to study the face, to see where the muscles are and how they move. From this Dr Al-Ayoubi will know where to inject the filler:
“I then inject the Ellanse dermal filler around the area to create a circular ring deep into the dermis so it does not create any lumps. An indentation forms in the middle of the ring that mimics the impression of a dimple.”

The photos below are courtesy of Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi,showing examples of Ellanse dimples treatment.

This cannot be done with other Dermal Fillers made of Hydraulic Acid as they will dissolve with any facial movements made. Ellanse becomes more defined with the process of inflammation.

Dr Al-Ayoubi said: “Kate Middleton is a true English beauty, it’s not surprising she has kicked off a new a surgery trend.”

At the weekend widespread rumours reported Kate Middleton would not be a working princess and instead intended to start a family early in her marriage to Prince William. Whatever the future Queen decides there is no getting away from her smile appearing in magazines, newspapers and TV channels throughout the globe. Her dimples are becoming quite a phenomenon in the cosmetic industry!

We all want them but are we prepared to go under the knife? Well thanks to Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street, London we don’t have to.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is at the forefront of modern aesthetic advances. He first launched the world-famous Smartlipo laser in the UK, and in early 2010 introduced new dermal filler Ellanse!

Ellanse was developed in Holland by Sanofi Aventis, who were originally involved in developing other well known Hyaluronic acid dermal filler Restylane, and facial volumiser Sculptra. They are well established in the field of aesthetic enhancement.

Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers may give an instant great, natural look but the major disadvantage is the short lifespan of the results – Sculptra has the lifespan of 3-5 years but the disadvantage is that the results are not instant.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi,Facial Plastic and Laser Surgeon, Medical Director of the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic introduced Ellanse into the UK last year as he believes it combines the advantages of both Restylane and Sculptra, by delivering instant results but with a longer life span.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi explains what Ellanse is made of:

“Ellanse is free from any chemical and artificial components and is based on a product that the body produces naturally: Polycaprolactone.

This substance has been used for many years in medical applications for hip replacements or facial reconstruction because it is incredibly strong but doesn’t cause any reactions to the body.”

To book an appointment with
Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, please call London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street on 0208 342 1100 or email us info@Lmaclinic.com

Celebs that are Secretly Undergoing Cosmetic Procedures......By Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-04-19T14:18:00.011+01:00

Faces tell stories. Celebs have to perform plastic surgery, but this should leave no visible traces.
Sarah Jessica Parker and Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Aniston secretly have undergone the latest cosmetic treatments.
In the 90s it was fashionable to be seen with a pulled tight face, and then Botox gave the mask and fillers stuffed the cheeks. Botox Faces get increasingly critical to ensure that your face appears frozen, making it feel numb.

The cosmetic must-have for 2010 is therefore a face with no visible marks. Plastic surgery results are subtle these days. Thus celebs turn back the clock several years, without giving away their beauty secrets. Many are still denying their involvement in Hollywood trying to convince their fans that they are purely natural.

Let them have some filler here and there as well as a vitamin injection, and suddenly they look better than ever, and claim that their youthful glow is through healthy eating and exercise.

Experts say that having cosmetic surgery is much like what healthy food can do to stop aging, they say that most celebrities have let themselves get somewhat refreshed, but leave no traces of treatments such as lasers, peels and injections.

This gets you through to non-surgical interventions like the Dracula therapy; your blood is enriched by vitamins and injected back into your face. Thus, much like the Ellanse filler, this promises a radiant yet natural look. Ellanse is the first dermal filler family offering a complete customized solution for patients seeking longer-lasting results.
Novabel is dermal filler for under the eyes and cheeks, but leaves little swellings and wounds. Ideal for celebrities who want to hide tracks as soon as possible. Botox to the jaw line, used to the neck and the underside of the face, is also a new trend.

Gwyneth and Jennifer

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi Facial Plastic and Laser Surgeon at London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, London says, "Gwyneth Paltrow has certainly had a subtle dose of baby botox. The actress is definitely a natural beauty, but at 39, it seems impossible to me that she has had no fillers in her cheeks to plump and smooth the skin.

Also might have gone to a non-surgical neck lift to tighten the skin beneath her neck.’
Jennifer Aniston also claims she has never had surgery, but if you compare her nose with the past, you cannot deny that her nose is much smaller now.

According Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, “she has injected Botox around her eyes and in her forehead as it’s very wrinkle-free. Jennifer Anniston looks great and never seems to age, keeping her appearance looking fresh and youthful. It also appears she’s had neckline Botox to keep her decolletage tight and unlined.’

Sarah Jessica Parker

The 46-year-old Sarah Jessica Parker also said never has been under the knife, the expert showed she is already applying Botox to her eyebrow and around the eyes. ‘Although Sarah Jessica Parker looks fantastic and natural, she has almost certainly had fillers in her cheeks, which look rounder than expected on someone with a face as narrow as hers.’ To keep her skin looking so fresh and bright she may occasionally have chemical peels or dermal roller treatment”.

Posh (Victoria Beckham)

Victoria Beckham claimed that only her tan and nails were fake, but she looks very different now than when she started with the Spice Girls. "Posh has under gone more procedures than the other celebs, why it is so striking. She is not only slim; she might also have had laser assisted liposuction for better body contouring. She used to have a lot of problems with her skin, which looks now so bright that I think she has had chemical peels, Obagi and Microdermabrasion.

"The disadvantage of these procedures is that they are more likely to be repeated, but if they execute properly, you do have a natural, fresher, healthier and younger look without the doctor traces.

For more information or to book a consultation with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi
at London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, London

Please call 0208 342 1100
or
email us at info@Lmaclinic.com

Has Cameron Diaz had a Facelift? By Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-04-14T17:03:00.017+01:00

She admitted having a nose job in the past, but has Cameron Diaz taken cosmetic surgery a step further?

She is universally considered one of Hollywood’s most beautiful actresses, but Cameron Diaz was almost unrecognisable stepping out on the set of her new movie last week. With a swollen face, the 38-year-old star’s famous cherry grin and fabulous cheekbones were nowhere to be seen.

Insiders say that like most celebs she’s determined to stay looking young and sexy, but her strangely plump face suggests she’s fallen victim to the ‘pillow face’ look, a cosmetic procedure popular with the Hollywood A-List, where fillers are used to give the appearance of high cheekbones.

A source said: ‘’ Her face looked very different. Cameron usually has such a glow about her and such a gorgeous big smile. But on set her face looked very bloated and swollen d her cheeks looked much more pronounced.’’

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi,Facial Plastic and Laser Surgeon from London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, explained: ‘’In my opinion, based on experience and those pictures, it looks as if Cameron underwent a dermal filler injected into the cheeks – most likely hyaluronic acid, which is naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps add volume and hydration.’’

So why does it look as though her face has somewhat sagged? ‘’In my view it wasn’t injected high enough on her cheekbones,’’ says Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi. ‘’It looks as if her face has slightly dropped and it has deepened her nasolabial fold [the two creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth].

It’s likely they put too much in.’’Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has seen similar case where fillers have been injected too low in the cheeks. He added: ‘’This is very common treatment , but in this instance it look as if they haven’t injected the acid correctly , making her face look puffy and actually older than she looked before.

This is one of the unfortunate side effects when you put large amount of hyaluronic acid or dermal filler in the wrong part of face. Thankfully, the effect shouldn’t last too long – her face should be back to normal within a few months.’’ The treatment costs up to £800 in the UK, depending on the type of filler used.

It’s usually a one-off session, lasting no more than 30 minutes, giving instant results with no scars or bandages. If Cameron has indeed had the procedure, it’s rare for patients face to seemingly ‘drop’.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi says if the treatment was done properly, patients can go back to work straight after. Thankfully, if Cameron wanted to reverse the procedure, Dr Al-Ayoubi says it’s possible: ‘’If Cameron came to my clinic, I would firstly try to sort out the prominence of her cheeks,’’ he says.

‘’I’d strongly recommend a long-lasting, clinically proven non-invasive stimulating injectable treatment designed to smooth out and soften soften lines and wrinkles, restore facial volume and contour the face in a natural way. Othervise fillers like the type she seems to have had in her cheeks would need to be regularly maintained every few months.’’

Cameron’s friends say they support any procedure she may want, saying she s under huge pressure to appear youthful and is much more afraid of ageing than she lets on. ‘’Believe me, Cameron knows her time as a sexy young thing in Hollywood is ticking,’’ reveals a source.

‘’Her work is based on looks. Yes, she’s a great actress, but roles are few and far between for older-looking woman. We tell her there’s no shame in using this stuff to look your best. It’s really a job requirement for her. She has to do whatever it takes to stay looking young and stunning for as long as she can."

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Does Muammar Gaddafi need more plastic surgery?

2011-04-10T02:17:00.019+01:00

According to thedailybeast.com a Brazilian Plastic Surgeon Claims He Operated on Muammar Gaddafi.

A Brazilian plastic surgeon Dr. Liacyr Ribeiro said that he operated on Libyan leader Col. Muammar Gaddafi in 1995.

Dr. Liacyr Ribeiro said he recommended a facelift, but Gaddafi refused and instead opted for having fat removed from his belly and injected into his face, as well as hair plugs. Dr Ribeiro said he was at a conference in Tripoli in 1994 when a Libyan official asked him to meet someone “Libyans love very much.” After midnight, Dr Ribeiro was escorted to a bunker underground with Gaddafi, who wanted an immediate operation—but Dr Ribeiro held the leader off until he could bring a surgical team in January 1995.

Dr Ribeiro said he recommended Gaddafi have the procedure again in five years, but Dr Ribeiro never heard from the leader again.

When Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi a facial plastic and laser surgeon from London Medical and Aesthetic clinic at Harley Street in London, was asked to comment about the Surgery!

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi said: “Dr Liacyr Ribeiro is an internationally renowned Plastic Surgeon; however, patient selection for plastic and cosmetic surgery procedures is extremely important. And definitely this case is a very challenging one from all perspectives!“

Also Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi's motto is "The better we look ..The better we feel".. but he is not very sure about this case!

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi a guest honour surgeon at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, lecturing about his Smartlipo

2011-04-10T00:19:00.019+01:00

The inauguration took place at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, and was attended by a number of world’s key Surgeons, cosmetic doctors, dermatologists and more than 5000 physicians from the region and the world.

His Excellency Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid AL Maktoum praised the continuous development and the prestigious level that Dubai Derma Conference and Exhibition achieved through the years, as it has become the largest and most pioneer conference; focused on skin health and the latest developments and up to date methods of treatment for different skin diseases.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was a guest honour surgeon at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, lecturing about his Smartlipo - laser assisted liposuction technique.

Dr. Ibrahim Galadari, Professor of Dermatology at the Emirates University and Chairman of Dubai Derma Conference welcomed all of the speakers and specialists who came from all over the world to participate in the Dubai Derma.

Some of the big names participating in Dubai Derma 2010; Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi from the UK, Dr. Amal Kurban, Dr. A. Razzaque Ahmed and Lori Brightman from the United States, in addition to Dr. Neil shear from Canada and Dr. Sabine Zenker from Germany.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was the guest honour lecturer about his latest advanced techniques in body contouring and laser liposuction using the Smartlipo MPX with suction.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has invented and developed the concept of laser assisted liposuction technique LAL which is based on lasering the fat tissue using Smartlipo laser energy, followed by skin tightening by taking advantage of the thermal effect of the laser energy, after which he uses the suction machine or the bodyjet liposuction technique to suck out the liquefied fat.

The Dubai Derma conference and exhibition is considered the largest medical and cosmetic gathering in the Middle East, which attracted specialists from all parts of the world to participate and visit Dubai.

Dubai DERMA Conference and Exhibition has marked itself in the region and the Middle East, and is attended by worlds Key Surgeons and Dermatologists to benefit from the workshops and the scientific courses held during the conference.

Kate Middleton Reportedly Will Do Plastic Surgery!!

2011-04-09T14:20:00.013+01:00

On March 18, 2011 WNCNews wrote on its website that “after she officially became fiancée of Prince William, Kate Middleton became the centre of attention from the world community. Reportedly, Kate Middleton will do plastic surgery to improve her appearance.

Kate Middleton knew that she will become the main target of photographers. And, she also knows that everyone will pay attention to her appearance in detail.

The sources said Kate Middleton has a plan do minor plastic surgery. Kate possibility will disappear temporarily from the media spotlight.

Kate Middleton really wants to be seen as a modern woman in public. But she also wants to show her glamorous image.”

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi from London Medical and Aesthetic clinic has been asked to comment about the above! Dr Ayoubi said: Kate Middleton looks like she is a natural beauty and it appears to be that she keeps in shape possibly through various sports activities.

Advanced Sculptra treatment by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi...

2011-04-04T00:41:00.014+01:00

THE second sign of ageing is loss of fullness in the face which happens after the age of 35 to 40. This can now be treated with volumising fillers which are injected deep into the skin, often above the top of the cheek under the orbital bone which surrounds the eyes as well as underneath the cheek, around the jaw and near the mouth like Carol.

The other option is fine fillers designed to smooth out lines and wrinkles on the surface of the skin.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi at London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic proves how Sculptra is bridging the gap between invasive surgery and non-surgical facial countering.

One of the things that most compels people to visit a cosmetic aesthetic surgeon is concern about facial ageing.

Over time, skin loses its full, youthful appearance — a natural result of the ageing process. Skin starts to become loose and begins to wrinkle and the fat tissue that helps to fill out the face is lost. The reduction in skin volume may make facial features begin to look thin and narrow, sometimes giving the impression the face is older than it actually is.

While dermal fillers, such as Restylane and Perlane, offer an effective non-surgical option for clients, until recently the only way to noticeably improve the shape of the face was through invasive surgical procedures like face lifts and fat grafting.

Sculptra is designed to go one step further and close the gap between surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures. As it can lifts sagging skin by restoring volume, it is the answer for men and women seeking an alternative to more invasive treatments such as plastic surgery.

It is designed for facial sculpting and, in particular, to increase defnition in the cheek bones and to restore facial volume where the cheeks have become hollow as a result of ageing or loss of fatty tissue.

Sculptra can be used as a stand-alone treatment or alongside dermal fillers.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is an ENT, Facial Plastic and Laser Surgeon; an expert on non-surgical cosmetic treatments and a pioneer in Sculptra treatment in the UK.

His fundamental philosophy in facial plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments is to enhance natural facial beauty without changing or losing natural facial features and expressions.

London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic is located at:

1 Harley Street, London, W1G 9QD

For more information or to book a consultation with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi
at London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, London

Please call 0208 342 1100
or
email us at info@Lmaclinic.com

Sculptra - Knife-free facelift by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi....

2011-04-04T00:21:00.012+01:00

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi at London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic proves how Sculptra is bridging the gap between invasive surgery and non-surgical facial countering.

One of the things that most compels people to visit a cosmetic aesthetic surgeon is concern about facial ageing.

Over time, skin loses its full, youthful appearance — a natural result of the ageing process. Skin starts to become loose and begins to wrinkle and the fat tissue that helps to fill out the face is lost. The reduction in skin volume may make facial features begin to look thin and narrow, sometimes giving the impression the face is older than it actually is.

While dermal fillers, such as Restylane and Perlane, offer an effective non-surgical option for clients, until recently the only way to noticeably improve the shape of the face was through invasive surgical procedures like face lifts and fat grafting.

Sculptra is designed to go one step further and close the gap between surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures. As it can lifts sagging skin by restoring volume, it is the answer for men and women seeking an alternative to more invasive treatments such as plastic surgery.

It is designed for facial sculpting and, in particular, to increase defnition in the cheek bones and to restore facial volume where the cheeks have become hollow as a result of ageing or loss of fatty tissue. Sculptra can be used as a stand-alone treatment or alongside dermal fillers.

Where should Sculptra be used?

• Deep folds between the nose and mouth (nasolabial folds)

• Folds around the corners of the mouth (marionette lines)

• Wrinkling in cheeks or chin

• Sunken cheeks

• Deep scars

Sculptra has long-lasting results which can be seen for up to three - five years.

Mode of action

Sculptra is available in powder form and has to be reconstituted with sterile water 72 hours before injection. When injected into the skin, it immediately fells the contour defect and restores volume.

Within two to three days, it is absorbed by the body and wrinkle depth increases slightly. However, over the following weeks, a second phase occurs consisting of a build-up of soft tissue, smoothing out the wrinkles and contour defects.

Four to six weeks after treatment, patients are re-evaluated to determine if additional correction is needed. On average, after a six-week period, a clear effect can be seen from treatment. The total number of treatment sessions needed may vary. The most common side effects include tenderness, redness and slight bruising, which lasts, on average, two to four days.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is an ENT, Facial Plastic and Laser Surgeon; an expert on non-surgical cosmetic treatments and a pioneer in Sculptra treatment in the UK.
His fundamental philosophy in facial plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments is to enhance natural facial beauty without changing or losing natural facial features and expressions.

Spring is just around the corne, so let the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic freshen your looks - it specialises in cosmetic treatments, facial rejuvenation and skin care treatment. Safe, non-surgical cosmetic treatment alternatives to cosmetic surgery include:

Sculptra: non-surgical facelifts

Botox®: a cosmetic to smooth lines and wrinkles such as frown lines, crow’s feet and nasal srunches

Dermal Fillers (Restylane, Perlane ans Softline):for (nasolabial folds) and lips augmentation and enhancement.

Restylane for lips: for sensuous lips and a more defined lip border.

Smartlipo- Laser Assisted Liposuction: Revolutionay laser treatment for fat reduction under local anasthetic, introduced into the UK by Dr AYham Al-Ayoubi in 2006.

London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic is located at:

1 Harley Street, London, W1G 9QD

For more information or to book a consultation with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi
at London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, London

Please call 0208 342 1100
or
email us at info@Lmaclinic.com

The Only Way is Essex star Maria Fowler drops a few lines about her lips enhancement by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-04-03T23:08:00.008+01:00

“I would like to drop a few lines to say how happy I am with the outcome of my lip enhancement procedure. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has been brilliant throughout the whole process."

"My lips look beautiful in a natural way now and I have got it the way I always I wanted my lips to look, suiting the shape of my face perfectly.”

“Thank you so much for doing such a fantastic job on my lips. The thought of having lips enhancement used to scare me. I was so worried about ending up with unnatural looking lips."

"The consultations with Dr A Al-Ayoubi helped me to overcome my fears. I am so glad I found him in the maze of cosmetic surgeons. HIs work shows a great sense of detail. He is a true artist!”.

I would just like to thank to Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi and his team at his 1 Harley street clinic for giving me my natural, beautiful and amazing lips. Their natural lip enhancement procedure he done had really worked for me.

For more information or to book an appointment with
Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, please call London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic at
1 Harley Street on 0208 342 1100 or email us info@Lmaclinic.com

Jennifer Aniston looks at her best by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-04-01T19:18:00.002+01:00

Graving glowing skin? Good news- it’s possible to pep up your complexion and banish fine lines and sun damage at the same time with an amazing new ice-cold laser from the States.

Cynosure- Performa CO2 uses a new laser frequency which makes it super powerful and massively effective for targeting heavy-set wrinkles, even smoothing acne scarring and fading pigmentation from sun damage. And because it uses an air-cooling system before and after the laser, there’s less bruising and redness. The laser strength can be adjusted to suit each person’s skin type and what’s more, it helps stimulate new collagen to give you plumper skin for at least three years. It cost from &400 – visit www.lmaclinic.com

For more information or to book a consultation with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi
at London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, London
Please call 0208 342 1100
or
email us at info@Lmaclinic.com

Lea Michele looks incredible on the red carpet by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-04-01T19:10:00.006+01:00

As Lea Michele showcased her slimmer-than-ever figure, insider claim she’s tormented by body demons

Her wholesome character Rachel Berry rises at dawn to run on her treadmill in pursuit of perfection, and Glee star Lea Michele is believed to be equally determined in real life.

In the 18 months since she found fame on Glee, 5th 2in Lea has dropped to a slender size 6- shedding more than a stone- and the 24-year-old actress insists it’s all down to her new healthy vegan diet.

However, friends fear that the star’s long-running battle with her body demons and the pressure she feels to conform to the Hollywood stereotype could be behind the dramatic weight loss she has undergone since the show launched in September 2009.

“Lea is always comparing herself to other actresses and she feels that she is under huge pressure to diet all the time,” said a source who, like many of Lea’s friends, fears the star is overdoing it.

Now Lea, who is dating actor Theo Stockman, has cut all meat and dairy o of her diet. She also practises Bikram yoga every day- which she finds “calming”- as well trail running, hiking and rock climbing.

But Lea admits that she often feels like the odd one out:

“Sometimes I can’t help but feel insecure here (in Hollywood), it really plays with your head,” said the actress, who has now confessed to being unhappy with her looks for years, especially as she struggled to make it on screen.

“I was told by agents and casting directors that I wasn’t right for TV. I was always told I wasn’t right for TV. I was always told I was too ethic or not pretty enough or too much this or not enough of that,” she said.

Lea grew up New Jersey as an only child to her mum, Edith, an Italian American, and dad, Marc, who’s Spanish/Sephardic Jewish. She struggled to fit in at school.

“I grew up in a community where what I looked like wasn’t considered beautiful,” she said.

Pals say Lea is also haunted by memories of being bullied over the size of her nose as a child, and being rejected at auditions because of the way she looked. And friends are also concerned she will be tempted to take her transformation too far and go under the knife.

“Everyone’s worried she may well to surgery, which would be a huge shame because she’s such a beautiful girl”, revealed a source close to the star. “She looks amazing but complains there are parts of her body she doesn’t like, particularly the size of her nose and her boobs.

“She could well get a couple of things done-that would be awful because she’s stunning just the way she is.”

Lea once joked she was the only girl in her school year not to have a nose job and she has also hit back at the running joke on Glee about the size of her breasts. The actress confessed: “I mean, they’re not that big but they always talk about how small they are.”

Insider also says that she worries about her outer thigh area and could be tempted to use Cynosure-Triplex laser to contour her already amazing figure.

We think Lea looks incredible on the red carpet. Let’s just hope she can finally put her demons to be and embrace her beauty.

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For more information or to book a consultation with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi
at London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, London
Please call 0208 342 1100
or
email us at info@Lmaclinic.com

The Cheryl Cole phenomenon by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-04-01T18:44:00.013+01:00

It is no exaggeration to say that over the past year, the former Mrs Ashley Cole has become the nation’s sweetheart, with the press poring over her every move.
And whilst there is no denying that Cheryl is beautiful, there is one aspect of her face that would not always have been considered so desirable.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, of the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic, says he has a method to create dimples without the use of a scalpel.

“If you know facial anatomy very well then it is possible to create an impression of a dimple through non-surgical means. My background as a facial plastic surgeon means that I’m well equipped to do this.”

“First I ask the patient to perform a series of facial manoeuvres such as clenching and smiling, and study the face to see where the muscles are and how they move. Then I know where to put the dimple.

“I then inject filler called Ellanse around the area to create a circular ring deep into the dermis so it doesn’t create any lumps- an indentation forms in the middle of the ring that mimics the impression of a dimple. If you do this with HA fillers they will dissolve with the facial movements, whereas Ellanse will become more defined with the process of inflammation.”

For more information or to book a consultation with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi
at London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, London
Please call 0208 342 1100
or
email us at info@Lmaclinic.com

The secrets behind their youthful looks

2011-03-21T17:03:00.005Z

Who spends £50 a year on beauty treatments...
and who spends £2k?
THESE four women have one thing in common – they are all 45.
And to keep the wrinkles at bay and look as young as they do, they all take care of their skin. One makes her own beauty products, another swears by laser treatment.
A third stays out of the sun and the fourth believes that putting aside your worries helps you to look more youthful.
Their yearly spend on anti-ageing products ranges from £50 to £2,500.
According to a recent QVC survey, women spend an average of £653.64 a year on beauty products – making the industry worth £2billion.
While some swear by expensive face creams others are convinced budget products and a good diet are just as effective.
MUM-OF-TWO Sarah Jane, an events administrator, lives in Cobham, Surrey, with her children Luke, eight, and Ella, 13. Her secret lies with fillers and Botox. She says:
“I aged quite well but when I hit 40 I thought I needed a beauty boost. I went to see
Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi in Harley Street who used Cynosure-Performa laser treatment to smooth out wrinkles, fine lines and re-surface my skin.
‘ve also tried Sculptra, an injectable, to treat anti-ageing and acne scaring, followed by Botox and dermal fillers. Friends don’t know what I’ve done but say I
look well.

The Sun, March 2011
http://www.lmaclinic.co.uk/files/pdf/thesun1.pdf
To book an appointment with Dr Ayoubi,
please call 0208 342 1100
or send an email to info@lmaclinic.com

CYNOSURE PERFORMA- THE ‘NEXT GENERATION IN ANTI-AGEING SKIN TREATMENTS’

2011-03-06T15:56:00.003Z

Leading international facial laser and plastic surgeon Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has been raving about Cynosure's laser- the Performa

Dr Ayoubi, who is medical derector of the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic on Harley Street, has described the system as the 'next generation in anti-ageing skin treatment'. He says, "The Cynosure- Performa is a newer, much more advanced fractional CO2 laser, which I introduced in to UK in December 2010. I recommended in to my patients for treating skin conditions such as photo-aged skin, fine lines and wrinkles, severe acne scarring and surface lesions.

In some cases it can even be used to treat burns patients at the later stages. Fractional technology allows for skin to treated with small micro- ablative areas. Areas for untouched tissue for much quicker healing times and decreased risk profile, with patients experiencing only a couple of days of slight redness and swelling.

A lot of cecebrities are seeing great results with the Cynosure- Performa CO2 laser. I beleive it is going to be huge in the UK for 2011 as we venture into the realm of non-surgical laser surgery."

Read more about CO2 Performa laser at Cosmetic News Magazine, March 2011

http://www.lmaclinic.co.uk/

Glee's Lea: The Obsession tearing her apart! Smartlipo Triplex by Dr Ayoubi

2011-02-21T16:36:00.005Z

As Lea Michele showcased her slimmer-than-ever figure, insider claim she's tormented by body demons!

In the 18 months since she found flame on Glee, 5th 2in Lea has dropped to a slender size 6-shedding more than a stone- and the 24-year-old actress insists it's all down to her healthy vegan diet.

Insider also says that she worries about her outher thigh area and could be tempted to use Cynosure- Triplex laser to contour her amazing figure.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi at Look Magazine February 2011
Read more about Smart Lipo Triplex at http://www.lmaclinic.co.uk/

CYNOSURE Smartlipo TRIPLEX BODY SCULPTING LASER TREATMENT By Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2011-01-24T13:57:00.008Z

SECRET WEAPON: LASERS

What it is: Laser lipo has been around for a while, using heat to melt fat cells which can then be extracted via a tiny incision. Large fat cells resisted this as the laser couldn't safely get hot enough to deal with them.

The Cynosure-Triplex laser uses three wavelengths to break down these tough cells, which can then be melted and removed.

Our tester says: ' I was awake during the procedure, but was heavily sedated and didn't feel any pain.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi made a tiny incision (there were no stitches and three months later there's no trace of it) and inserted a metal bar to laser the fat, which was then sucked out through the same hole.

There was no recovery time- I'd booked the next day off in case but felt so perky I went shopping. There was an instant difference to my hips and back.

My stomach initially looked bigger due to swelling but that went in a couple of weeks.

For more information about Smartlipo or to book an appointment with
Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, please call London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic at
1 Harley Street on 0208 342 1100 or email us info@Lmaclinic.com

Read more at CELEBS on Sunday, January 2011

http://www.lmaclinic.co.uk/files/pdf/celebs1.pdf

'Ellanse is an injectable that stimulates collagen growth,' says Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi.

2010-11-04T15:31:00.015Z

In-between 'tweakments' are fast becoming all the rage in the aesthetics industry, says cosmetic surgery lover Leah Hardy.
The new non-surgical medical treatments are strong enough to see serious results, yet still so subtle you won't look stretched, puffy or worked on!

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, Medical Director of the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic, and a pioneering facial and plastic surgeon in the UK offers the

perfect treatment.
'Ellanse is an injectable that stimulates collagen growth with results lasting up to two years post-treatment,' says Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi. Because you grow your own collagen, it's a very natural look - so no "pillow face"!

Water-based Ellanse contains poly-caprolactone (PCl), a soft medical polymer that has been used for decades in medicine. Ellanse starts from £500 from the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic.

www.lmaclinic.com

Has Renee Zellweger had Plastic Surgery ?LOOK asked Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2010-10-20T13:32:00.012+01:00

She is widely acknowledged as one of the most slender actresses in Hollywood, so we were a little confused when Renee Zellweger was spotted out in Santa Monika with noticeably larger breast. But she doesn’t appear to have gained any curves elsewhere. Has our favourite former singleton treated herself to a cheeky boob job as she prepares to marry her actor boyfriend Bradley Cooper?

“Renee was a perfectly respectable 34B, but she wanted a boost for her wedding day”, reveals a source close to the 41-year-old actress.

Plastic surgeon Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi thinks the actress has gone under the knife:”I think she’s probably had breast augmentation, because her breast are projecting forwards and it’s unlikely change of bra would produce such a dramatic change in shape,” he said.

http://www.lmaclinic.com/files/pdf/look13-2.pdf
For more information or to book an appointment with
Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, please call London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic at
1 Harley Street on 0208 342 1100 or email us info@Lmaclinic.com

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi talks Sculptra with Avril Mair at Elle magazine!

2010-10-07T16:39:00.008+01:00

Elle's 'Beauty Extremist' Avril Mair, is a sucker for a treatment. She's had hair from her head transplanted into her eyebrows, her own blood injected back into her cheeks, and now she's succumbed to the marvels of Sculptra - a crystallised poly-L-lactic acid injectable for the face designed to gradually, and naturally add volume and plump up the skin!

Pioneering UK laser and plastic surgeon Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, from the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic was the surgeon, and Avril the patient. Over a period of 3-6 months Avril let Dr Ayoubi inject into her face, again and again, and again.... 'Dermal fillers offer an immediate result, but with Sculptra, that 'wow' effect takes time', Dr Ayoubi says. After much time (five months to be exact) and some patience (this is not a quick-fix lunch-hour procedure), Avril is sure of the results. 'I see bigger changes, definite changes. It's as if the ageing process has been reveresed, time ticking backwards, all its work undone.'

Sculptra is available from the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic

www.lmaclinic.com

"Pros & Cons of quick fix surgery by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi"

2010-10-07T14:36:00.003+01:00

At 9.30 am, Anja Smith was a 34C - 90 minutes later she was a 34 E and heading home for a snadwich. Her Lunch-hour nip/tuck is part of a new trend for quick-fix surgery....

For more information about Plastic Surgery please visit us at http://www.lmaclinic.com/

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi at Daily Mail about Jenifer Jopez Bottom Lifting!

2010-09-27T14:57:00.004+01:00

Bottoms up! The facelift is old hat, the tummy tuck's yesterday's news - the latest craze is the bum lift
By Leah Hardy
Last updated at 8:59 AM on 27th September 2010
Comments (44) Add to My Stories Cosmetic surgeons may be worrying about business dropping due to the recession, but one Miami-based surgeon is actually pinning his hopes on the market ‘bottoming’ out.

His name is Constantino Mendieta and he’s the inventor of the Miami Thong Lift, the latest way to a shapelier rear view, which was presented this week at the conference of British Aesthetic and Plastic surgeons (BAAPS) in London.

Rear view: Women want perfectly pert curves and they're resorting to surgery to change the shape of their bottom from flat to super-curvy and high
According to Mendieta, a Harvard-educated surgeon who learned his techniques in plastic surgery-obsessed Brazil, there’s been a steady rise in numbers of women seeking a curvier bottom, like that of Miami’s famous resident J-Lo.
He also says five per cent of his Thong Lift clients in Florida are from Britain, and he expects demand to grow.

But as top plastic surgeon Rajiv Grover, president–elect of BAAPS, explains, these could be risky.

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‘Implants have a tendency to move and, if they get infected, they have to be surgically removed.’
So instead, Mendieta uses grafts of fat liposuctioned from the thighs or stomach, purified and then painstakingly injected — using a large needle — into the layers of muscle of the buttocks, changing their shape from flat to super-curvy and high, like Beyonce’s behind.
‘Buttock enhancement is instinctively attractive to men,’ he says. ‘Women are wearing tighter clothes and, if you wear a thong bikini on the beach, nothing is left to the imagination.’

Previously, the standard way to create a rounder, higher bottom was with silicone implants, similar to those used for breast enlargement.
Prize asset: Kim Kardashian (left) and Jennifer Lopez are known for their shapely derrieres, now more and more women are having surgery on their buttocks
The difference between this is and other sorts of fat augmentation is that the
surgeon injects fat between layers of muscle, so there is more blood supply to the fat and less of it dies.
The scars left by the incisions needed to inject the fat are hidden, says Mendieta, ‘in the grand canyon where the thong goes’, hence the name of the procedure.

If patients are very slim, he sends them away to gain enough fat for the procedure.

Because the fat belongs to the patient, there is no risk of rejection. The procedure will take several hours and can be done under a local anaesthetic.
Grover says there are advantages to fat transfer over other procedures, such as injections of a new thick hyaluronic filler called Macrolane, which has been promoted in the UK as the best way to create a rounder bottom.

‘Macrolane is temporary and, in some patients, may only last six months,’ he warns. By contrast — and this may or may not be an advantage — fat is permanent.
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The type of fat that accumulates around the hips and bottom may offer protection against type 2 diabetes
‘Fat also contains stem cells which can turn into new tissue, so fat transfer creates new collagen which improves the skin’s texture and thickness.’

But he warns the procedure is not risk-free. ‘It needs to be done by a very experienced surgeon, in a hospital, in sterile conditions with good aftercare — if you get an infection it could cause a very large abscess.’

Grover also points out that fat transfer is never 100 per cent predictable and some transferred fat will die.
‘Fat transfer is most successful when used in small quantities, as it needs to be surrounded by healthy tissue so it develops its own blood supply. Without that it will die and be re-absorbed by the body.

‘If this happens unevenly, you could end up with one buttock larger than the other. There will also be bruising and swelling that can last for months.

‘You will have serious hips for some time after the procedure.’

But will British women really be flocking to have fatter bottoms? Dr Ayam Al Ayoubi, a Harley Street cosmetic doctor, says: ‘I have seen a 50 per cent increase in demand for Macrolane in the bottom, though it is normally South American or Afro-Caribbean women wanting it done, as the look is desirable in their cultures.

‘But Macrolane is a bit disappointing as it doesn’t last as long as we hoped and it is an expensive treatment. I have seen a greater demand for bottom lifting — as opposed to buttock enhancement — and I achieve that with a laser to tighten the skin, a little bit of Macrolane filler and some radio frequency to smooth the skin, which gives amazing results.’
Mendieta insists his Thong Lift is ‘about having a shapelier bottom, not a bigger
bottom’, but visitors to his website (buttsbymendieta.com) might disagree. Before-and-after pictures show a startling transformation from a Keira Knightley rear view, to something approximating a couple of beach balls in a thong.

Cosmetic surgeon Angelica Kavouni, who has performed buttock enhancements in the UK, says: ‘I have done fat transfers, but never on this scale — these bottoms are huge.’

To harvest enough fat to transfer on this scale, patients would have to be a size 14, she warns. ‘What I usually see are size six or eight girls who want big bottoms — this is unrealistic.’

Although the cost of surgery is not cheap — around £8,850 — maybe the Bridget Joneses among us may soon be asking: ‘Does my bum look big enough in this?’

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1315473/The-facelift-old-hat-tummy-tucks-yesterdays-news--latest-craze-bum-lift.html#ixzz10jq2JlQv

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi talks to the Daily Telegraph about Smartlipo!

2010-09-15T09:45:00.004+01:00

Excess body weight is something most women suffer from, and it can't always be resolved by a few hours spent in the gym each week! Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, expert laser surgeon and Medical Director of the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic spoke to the Daily Telegraph this week about SmartLipo, the body contouring and reshaping treatment designed to shift stubborn fat. "A local anaesthetic is injected into the fatty area and a laser inserted into the layer of fat just under the skin. This melts fat that is released into the bloodstream, from where it is broken down and excreted naturally." Results are permanent and will shift trouble spots!

SmartLipo is available from www.lmaclinic.com, from £2,000 a course.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi's NEW Facial Volumising Treatment is Causing a Stir in the Beauty Industry!

2010-09-10T16:33:00.004+01:00

Forget Botox bunny lines, the trout pout or even the old pillow face look...Dr Ayoubi from the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic has the treatment to smooth even the finest of lines! Sculptra, the new facial volumising procedure leaves no tell-tale signs, but improves facial volume giving patients a rejuvenated, youthful appearance, naturally and gradually!

Stimulating the build-up of the body's own collagen, Sculptra rids fine lines and wrinles, for long-lasting results.

Available from www.lmaclinic.com / 0208 342 1100

Starting from £400

Cosmopolitan.co.uk test out the Bikini Body Booster! At London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic

2010-08-20T10:51:00.007+01:00

Cellulite is something most women suffer from. Fact. But now there is finally a cure for that nasty orange peel effect on your beloved behind. The Bikini Body Booster from the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic will banish dimples and unsightly creases using Velashape, which was introduced into the UK by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi.

No escaping the dimples: Even stars like Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria get cellulite

Radiofrequency or light energy heats the skin and increases oxygen diffusion in the cells, causing a tightening effect on the skin. Prices start at £150 per session and a minimum of 4 sessions are recommended.

Cosmo.co.uk tested the Bikini Body Booster out for size and loved their smoother, perkier posterior!

To read the article in full visit http://www.cosmopolitan.co.uk/beauty/beauty-treatment-review/v1

Restore Volume and Smooth Wrinkles with Facial Skin Tightening from Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi at his Harley Street clinic

2010-08-06T13:02:00.007+01:00

Want high definition cheekbones, a dramatic reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, and a natural-looking fuller face? With Facial Skin Tightening from Dr Ayoubi at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, you can!

This pioneering non-invasive filler will take off your face in just 2-3 sessions. When injected under the skin, the poly-l-lactic acid (found naturally in the body) stimulates the body's own collagen production, using a process called inflammation.

Lasting from 2-3 years, Facial Skin Tightening is available from www.lmaclinic.com.

Company magazine loves the Macrolane filler by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi for a fuller, perter bum this summer!

2010-07-29T10:16:00.005+01:00

Macrolane, the first non-surgical body shaping product using hyaluronic acid can naturally regenerate body contours whilst also evening out irregularities in the skin's surface.

Featured in Company magazine this week, the Macrolane filler works on breasts, calves and buttocks to give volume back to the body and restore the natural shape. Advertising Account Manager Lisa Turner, from Windsor, had Macrolane injected into her buttocks by Dr Ayoubi at the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic this year:

"I wanted a fuller bum like I used to have before giving birth," she said. "I couldn't feel happier with the results. The top of my bottom feels bouncy and squishy, while the sides are now firmer and more toned!"

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi talks to The Daily Telegraph about Slimsonic, the new at-home lipo machine!

2010-06-28T10:18:00.006+01:00

Evita Slimsonic is claiming to be the new "body wellness system", using ultrasound massage and heat therapy to reduce spot fat and smooth contours on the body. At a fraction of the cost of liposuction, the Slimsonic machine does have its downfalls, says Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi. He claims the methoodology is sound, but the level of heat needed to make it work would be unbearable!

"The skin is tough...by the time you were using enough heat, you would risk burning it." Perhaps we should all stick to SmartLipo? (Available from £1,500 at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic.)

Elle UK reviews the Bikini Body Booster with Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

2010-06-17T10:33:00.007+01:00

Cellulite-busting tricks from the stars
The Bikini Body Booster by the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic is a breakthrough new treatment to hone your bikini body, proven to significantly improve the appearance of cellulite by tightening, toning and smoothing the skin.

Designed to attack that stubborn cellulite lurking around the thighs, butt and abdomen, the Bikini Body Booster has been a hit with the beauty team at ELLE UK this week! They claimed to notice a marked difference in the dimples around those problem areas, and smoother, tauter skin.

The Bikini Body Booster is available from £150 per session, at the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic (0208 342 1100).

Look magazine recommends Lunchtime Laser Therapy by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi for that naturally glowing complexion!

2010-06-08T12:20:00.005+01:00

Problem skin is something most of us battle with throughout our lives. But with Lunchtime Laser Therapy from the London, Medical & Aesthetic Clinic, all that is a thing of the past!

The procedure involves tiny crystals being sprayed across the face to remove the first layer of skin. Then a laser smoothes fine lines by heating the skin, creating a mild inflamation which stimulates your body to produce collagen. The result is firmer, radiant and more glowing skin, as Look's tester Melissa Robson confirmed this week.

Available from www.lmaclinic.com, from £800 per session.

The Daily Mail talk to Dr Ayoubi about the best laser treatments and how they work.

2010-05-28T10:20:00.002+01:00

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was featured in yesterday's Daily Mail feature on the best laser treatments for your body and how they work! He particularly recommends the scar-free breast lift using a procedure called Smartlipo to heat the skin, stimulating collagen production and tightening the skin, pulling the breasts up.

Dr Ayoubi is the Medical Director of the London, Medical & Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street, London.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi answers your questions in Woman magazine this week!

2010-05-14T16:41:00.005+01:00

Ear, nose and throat specialist Surgeon Dr Al-Ayoubi was featured in Woman magazine this week, answering a reader's question on flying.

The laser surgeon extraordinaire suggests taking Otravine drops before, during and after you fly to relieve headaches, and to chew gum to ease pressure on the ears, which in turn will avoid that nasty head banging throughout your flight.

Hone your bikini body fast with the Bikini Body Booster available exclusively at the London Medical and Aesthetic clinic .

2010-04-30T11:19:00.006+01:00

Firm up those pins, bum and tum ready for summer with the new Bikini Body Booster.

Proven to help you lose inches off your thighs in as little as 3 weeks, this new procedure by laser surgeon extraordinaire Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, over at the London, Medical & Aesthetic Clinic, uses velashape; a unique combination of light energy and infrared, to heat the skin and increase oxygen diffusion in cells. It is effectively a lymphatic drainage massage for your skin!

Celebrities including Madonna and Kim Kardashian admit to using regular cellulite treatments to keep the dreaded lumps and bumps at bay so make like an A-Lister and book in for The Bikini Body Booster today!

Available exclusively at the London, Medical & Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street, W1G 9QD / lmaclinic.com / 0208 342 1100 Price: From £150 per session.

"Nip/Tweak" your body ready for summer with the new LBD Fixer!

2010-04-23T16:02:00.008+01:00

Always first for the latest procedures in the world of cosmetic and laser surgery, Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has created the perfect treatment for legs, bums and tums, claims Look magazine this week.

The LBD Fixer uses a combination of light energy and infra-red light to "tweak" specific areas of the body, tightening skin, toning and banishing lumps and bumps. It also shrinks fat cells and reduces cellulite in just three sessions.

Perfect for red carpet glamour, this procedure is one of many floating around the cosmetic surgery circuit this spring as celebrities opt for subtle procedures to give them an instant but subtle body boost.

Available from the London, Medical & Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street, the LBD Fixer costs around £150 a session.

Dr Ayoubi to talk at Cosmetic News Expo this weekend!

2010-04-16T14:58:00.003+01:00

Renowned laser surgeon Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi is set to talk about new innovation Ellanse, as well as the Future of Laser Body Sculpting at the Cosmetic News Expo 2010, this coming weekend.

Held at the Business Design Centre in Islington, from the 16th to the 17th April, the first ever Cosmetic News Expo is set to be the highlight of the aesthetics calender. A completely free event, this Expo gives you the opportunity to network, exchange information with your peers and find out about the latest technologies and products on the market.

"The best non-surgical treatment for skin tightening is Velashape"

2010-04-16T13:37:00.005+01:00

For a non-invasive, proven medical solution to excess saggy skin, Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi recommends body tightening treatment Velashape.

Featured in Cosmetic News this month, the industry's number one guide to all your cosmetic surgery needs, Dr Ayoubi explains,"Velashape is the best non-surgical treatment for skin tightening and noticeable fat reduction". Sagging skin is a common occurance post-pregnancy but Velashape can help. A virtually pain-free procedure performed by Dr Ayoubi at The London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, it is a body tightening treatment, which uses elos technology to shrink fat cells using a safe level of light energy (with no risk or damage to the skin's surface).

For more information and to arrange a consultation visit www.lmaclinic.com

Enhance your skin beauty with laser skin rejuvenation

2010-04-15T17:40:00.001+01:00

Not everyone is born with smooth, flawless skin. Some have to combat skin imperfections and skin conditions brought about by growing older. But everyone has a chance to rejuvenate their skin and make it smooth and glowing. This is by availing of anti-aging remedies such as skin rejuvenation procedures that has become popular over the years.

Skin rejuvenation helps you improve the appearance of wrinkles as well as mask scars, wrinkles and discoloration in some areas of your skin especially around your eyes and mouth. Each year, thousands of individuals undergo laser skin rejuvenation to improve skin conditions.

Compared to other traditional methods that may cause bruising and bleeding and a longer time to recover, laser skin rejuvenation provides the opposite, hence it is a better option. The traditional methods of skin rejuvenation works by removing a layer of your skin to give way to the growth of a new skin to fill in the wrinkles, but the results may not be permanent. Laser skin rejuvenation targets the deep layers of your skin and provides a more permanent result.

Different types of laser skin rejuvenation are available, depending on the layer of treatment that you need to treat acne scars, wrinkles, and skin discolorations caused by aging. Each individual has unique skin issues that need different treatments. Not everyone can be a candidate for laser skin rejuvenation. Dark-skinned people require a longer time to heal after a treatment. Other people who are have skin disorders, who are taking medication and those who may be prone to scarring are not candidates for laser skin rejuvenation.
Depending on how large the area that needs treatment is, skin rejuvenation may require from up to an hour and a half to be completed.
Sculptra is another clinically-proven treatment option to help smooth wrinkles and deep lines in your face due to the ageing process. Sculptra helps you regain a fuller and more natural looking face for over two years after a complete treatment. Sculptra is another option to regain a more youthful looking face.
Macrolane, a Hyaluronic Acid (HA) product focuses on treating the irregularities of soft tissue contouring after a liposuction. Some use macrolane or smart lipo as an option to long-term breast implants or augmentation. Smart Lipo, on the other hand is a machine that can melt unwanted or excess fat. Smart Lipo and macrolane has also gained popularity as more people turn to it to remove unwanted fat.

Dr Ayoubi featured on Channel 4's 'Supersize vs Superskinny'

2010-04-09T10:58:00.003+01:00

Widely celebrated within the laser and cosmetic surgery industry, Dr Ayoubi featured on Channel 4's hit TV show Supersize vs Superskinny this week. He carried out Macrolane injections on 33 year-old mum Lisa Turner; a non-surgical body shaping treatment that uses hyaluronic acid to even out the skin surface and resculpt the body.

Watch the full episode online at http://www.channel4.com/programmes/supersize-vs-superskinny/episode-guide/series-3/episode-3

Dr Ayahm Al-Ayoubi's Velashape procedure in Look magazine this week

2010-04-09T10:37:00.004+01:00

Velashape, a combination of radio frequency and infrared light that heats the skin is a procedure performed by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic.

Featured in Look magazine this week, the non-invasive procedure is proven to significantly improve the appearance of cellulite using elos technology to shrink fat cells.

Celebrities including Kim Kardashian swear by Velashape for super smooth skin; she has regular treatment on her thighs and bum! With no major side effects, and with prices starting from £150 per session, Velshape is the easiest way to perfect your bikini body in time for summer.

Available from www.lmaclinic.com