• Cosmetic injectables
• Chemical peels
• Skin treatments
• Laser treatments
• Microdermabrasion
• Hair replacement
• Scar revision

Cosmetic medicine services may include treatments such as cosmetic Botulinum Toxin injections, dermal filler, and laser skin therapy.

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These are bulging veins that lie just beneath the skin (superficial veins). They occur when the walls of a vein are weak or damaged or if the valves in the vein that normally stop the blood from flowing backwards are impaired, resulting in pooling of the blood and stretched veins. Besides being unattractive, varicose veins can be painful and cause inflammation or ulceration.

The following different types of surgery are available if varicose veins require treatment:

Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA) – Recognised as the Gold Standard treatment for Varicose Veins providing the longest lasting results with the fastest recovery. Surgery is no longer needed for most people with varicose veins. RFA uses thermal energy (heat) to treat varicose veins. A thin catheter (a long tube) is inserted into the faulty vein and once the vein is anesthetised, the catheter heats up, sealing the vein closed. The body then gradually absorbs the closed vein over several months. The entire procedure typically takes one to two hours and unlike surgical options, RFA leaves no visible scars.

Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA) – This is also a gold-standard technique but has recently been superseded by Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA).

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy (UGS) – First-line treatment for smaller varicose, reticular and spider veins and commonly used in conjunction with RFA to ensure the best outcomes for our clients. During UGS, a special solution (often in the form of foam sclerotherapy) is injected directly into the varicose veins under guidance of an ultrasound. The solution is designed to close off the faulty vein by irritating its walls. Once the abnormal vein is treated, the body gradually absorbs it over several months. Blood flow is redirected through deeper veins, leading to an improved venous system and a reduction in varicose vein symptoms. The advantages of UGS is that most patients can return to work within an hour of treatment, it provides both functional relief and cosmetic enhancement and it is simple and straightforward.

Nd:Yag Laser Sclerotherapy – Nd:YAG laser is the gold standard technology for the non-invasive treatment of small spider veins and facial telangiectasia. During the procedure, the Nd:YAG laser emits energy. This energy is absorbed by the haemoglobin (in blood) and melanin (in pigmented areas). The laser causes coagulation and closure of the targeted veins.

Minor surgery is commonly provided in primary care practices, providing fast, competent removal and biopsies of skin lesions. Other services include cosmetic work such as removal of benign moles and skin tags. Ingrown toenail surgery is also commonly provided. 
These conditions do not need to be referred to a hospital, perhaps saving you a long wait or a cancelled appointment when a more serious case takes priority.

Service types: Skin cancer service.

Service types: Minor Surgery.