Fillers

One of the most prominent problems in the cosmetic surgery world at the moment is the issue of fillers- both derma, and botox. These injections are ever more readily available in the UK and I spoke recently to Andrew Vallance-Owen, the Global Director of the BUPA Medical Group, and chairman of a website which is going live in July. The website is an interactive sign-up sheet and list of trustworthy cosmetic injection providers, and will provide them with a quality assurance mark which means that you can choose a treatment you can trust (as the website is called). One thing I put to Andrew was whether or not there is a problem with the actual products that are beign injected. These are, of course, regulated by the MHRA, and while Andrew didn't believe that unregulated products are being used in the UK, it is in fact problematic abroad. I intend to find out more...