Watchdog Warns UK Residents of Risks in Cosmetic Surgery Tourism

Monday, 8 April 2024, 13:00
Instagram ads in the UK promoting 'butt lifts' in Turkey as part of holidays are raising safety and ethical concerns. The analysis reveals a growing trend of cosmetic surgery tourism by Turkish companies targeting UK residents, offering procedures like gastric band operations, hair transplants, and Brazilian butt lifts (BBL). The surge in social media advertisements has sparked warnings from medical professionals in the UK.
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Watchdog Warns UK Residents of Risks in Cosmetic Surgery Tourism

Instagram Ads in UK for 'Butt Lifts' in Turkey

A post on Instagram showcases a company offering Brazilian butt lift packages as part of luxury holidays in Turkey. Thousands of similar Facebook adverts are promoting cosmetic surgery tourism to UK residents.

Safety Concerns and Watchdog Warning

The trend of UK residents seeking cosmetic procedures abroad has raised safety concerns among doctors, particularly with procedures like BBL involving fat transfer for buttock enhancement.

  • Watchdog warns of potential breaches in advertising rules
  • Medical professionals caution against the risks of cosmetic surgery abroad

This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.

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