Stretched ear lobes are becoming an increasingly common sight in the street. But why has creating a large hole in the ear lobe started to appeal to more and more people?

Ear stretching goes back a long way. But you don’t have to visit a museum or travel to a remote-ish part of the world to see it because the practice has been adopted in many Western countries. However, it is not so common that it goes unnoticed. Stretched piercings do tend to stick out like the proverbial sore thumb, particularly if the hole is substantial enough to hold a small object.

For many people, there is an “ouch” or an “eugh” factor when they see someone with a substantial ear lobe stretch but for those that have it done, it is a thing of beauty.

Continue reading the main story on the BBC Site

for more information on cosmetic ear correction go to Be You….

10:00 – 11:00 Mr Hilal Bahia – Facial surgery (face lifts, nose jobs, eyelid surgery etc.)
10:00 – 11:00 Mr Mark Butterworth – Breast aesthetics (breast augmentation (boob job), reduction, mastopexy (uplift), etc)
11:00 – 12:00 Mr Stuart Hamilton – Skin & non-surgical treatments including laser

Attendance is by registration only. Patients can get more information by calling 0844 939 6363, emailing info@beyou.co.uk or going to BeYou Cosmetics Website.

This is a free event and refreshments will be provided.

Reduced Price Breast Augmentation (Boob Job) Surgery in Scotland

Spire Murrayfield Hospital are offering reduced price breast augmentation (boob job) surgery (£3700).

Terms & conditions apply to this offer – This is for day case surgery, using round implants and the surgery is carried out at Shawfair Park Hospital. the patient does not specify the surgeon who will carry out the procedure but it will be a Be You Cosmetic surgeon. This also requires an initial consultation at Murrayfield.

For more information please contact BeYou Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery here..

Plastic Surgeon – Ken Stewart elected to BAAPS council

The BAAPS (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) 2011 Annual Scientific Meeting was held today and yesterday at the ICC in Birmingham.

Ken Stewart, from BeYou Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery was elected to the BAAPS council today.

Plastic Surgeons

The BAAPS (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) 2011 Annual Scientific Meeting was held today and yesterday at the ICC in Birmingham.

Ken Stewart’s team from BeYou Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery gave a lecture on their otoplasty and ear reconstruction experience, which was well received and the senior surgeon congratulated them on their results.

Pippa Middleton – Bum Surgery

Plastic surgeons have reported a huge rise in women requesting a ‘Pippa butt lift’. It may be a right royal pain to achieve but that hasn’t stopped ladies around the country going under the knife to get the Pippa look.

Body contouring is becoming more popular, if you are looking for a BAPRAS member surgeon then head to BeYou Cosmetic Surgery for a consultation.

Famed for his paparazzo and celebrity guru status, Australian-born Darren Lyons was given the title Mr Paparazzi for his celebrity scoops including exclusive photographs of Princess Diana and Dodi Al-Fayad, Rudolf Nuruyev, David Beckham and Rebecca Loos.

Now appearing on Channel 5 celebrity Big Brother we can see he has admitted to going under the knife for body contouring to acheive the six pack look.

If you want to discuss any aspect of Body Contouring, talk to BeYou Cometic and Plastic Surgery.

For over 25 years, Spire Murrayfield Hospital has been caring for patients and, with Shawfair Park Hospital, they have even more ways to look after you.

Spire Health Day, Saturday 3rd September has been conceived to offer a unique experience in all aspects of health. With a range of specialist consultants on hand to update you on all the latest procedures and techniques, and a selection of alternative therapy experts, there’s something for everyone.

BeYou Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery are well represented at the open day with 2 surgeons;
11:30 – 12:30 – Mr Ken Stewart – Tummy tuck and liposuction
12.30 – 13.30 – Mr Cameron Raine – Breast aesthetics and surgery

At the age of 17, Simona Halep decided that nothing would stand in the way of her ambition to make it to the top in tennis.

Simona Halep underwent extensive breast reduction surgery to take her from a 34DD to a more modest 34C in 2009 and rocketed up 450 places in the world rankings as a result. Two years on, she breezed through her first-round match yesterday and said she was looking forward to a ‘successful Wimbledon’.

Read more here

Samantha Poling investigates the quality of surgical instruments used on patients in the UK, and hears from NHS workers who believe tools with potentially dangerous defects are being supplied to hospitals. The programme also visits Pakistan, a major manufacturer of equipment for the health sector, to examine the use of child labour and claims of poor quality control.

Make sure your surgeons are members of BAPRAS in order to ensure the best possible patient care throughout your operation! BeYou Cosmetic Surgery are all members of BAPRAS.