About
SurgiCare are delighted to offer Macrolane a new innovative body shaping treatment.
Macrolane is a non surgical treatment which can be used for restoring or adding volume, enhancement of body shape and contouring. Macrolane can also even out uneven areas in the skins surface.
The body shaping treatment is carried out under a local aesthetic and usually taking around 45 minutes; you will be treated as a day case so you will be able to go home the same day.
SurgiCare’s New Body shaping treatment provides instant results without the need for surgery.
If you would like to read more about the Macrolane treatment please click here or if you would like to book a free body shaping consultation click here or ask us to call you back.
Macrolane For Women — Female Body Shaping
Popular areas where Macrolane body shaping could be used include:
Non-surgical breast reshaping and enlargement is ideal for women who:
- Want to enhance the natural shape of their breasts
- Have lost volume after child birth or weight loss
- Want to correct uneven breast size
- Are dissatisfied with the size or shape of their breasts
To find out more about body shaping for women or to book a free consultation click here or get us to call you back.
Macrolane for Men — Male Body Shaping
Men can also benefit from Macrolane’s revolutionary body shaping treatments, for men it can be used to enhance and refine body shape giving natural looking contours.
All Macrolane body shaping treatments are performed under local aesthetic and are minimally invasive.
Common areas where Macrolane body shaping for men can be used include:
- Male Chest (Pecs)
- Buttock Shaping
- Calves Shaping
- Shaping & Contouring
To find out more about body shaping for men or to book a free consultation click here or get us to call you back.
If you’re keen to undergo breast enlargement or reshaping but worried of going under the needle, SurgiCare’s non-surgical breast reshaping and enlargement procedure could be for you.
Through our non-surgical breast reshaping and enlargement procedure, you’ll be able to achieve fuller and shapelier breasts without the need for invasive surgery or breast implants.
Contact SurgiCare today on 08000 46 1000 to find out more about non-surgical breast reshaping and enlargement or arrange a free, no-obligation consultation.
Procedure
The Macrolane procedure is an injectable treatment, similar to a dermal filler treatment and will be carried out under a local anaesthetic. The Macrolane treatment itself can take around 1 hour to 1½ hours.
One of the advantages of using Macrolane for breast enhancement is you will be able to see the results instantly.
The Recovery Period
The non surgical treatment leaves no scarring and there is no need for an overnight stay.
The results of non surgical breast reshaping will last for 12–18 months; it is advised that you have a yearly top-up to maintain optimum results.
As the procedure only requires a local anaesthetic you will need only a minimal amount of time away from work or vigorous exercise.
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FAQs
What is Macrolane?
Macrolane™ is a gel that adds volume to tissues. It is used for restoring and enhancing body contours, such as breasts and buttocks, or for filling concave deformities and scars. It provides instant and long-lasting results without open surgery. Unlike open surgery, the scarring at the injection site is minor and is likely to become less noticeable with time. It is based on Q-Med's unique and patented NASHA™ technology for stabilizing hyaluronic acid. NASHA technology has been used to produce over 10 million beauty treatments and is used in over 70 countries worldwide.
What does Macrolane™ consist of?
Macrolane is a crystal-clear gel based on stabilized hyaluronic acid. As a natural component of the skin, hyaluronic acid binds water and helps maintain volume. By stabilizing hyaluronic acid into a gel with NASHA technology, it lasts longer and is similar to the body’s own hyaluronic acid. Macrolane gel is biodegradable.
What areas can be treated with Macrolane™?
Macrolane is an innovative product for breast enhancement, volume restoration and contouring of body surfaces, for example breasts, calves and buttocks.Macrolane can also smooth out unevenness in the skin surface, such as those caused by liposuction and surgical scars.
Is Macrolane™ approved for use in breasts?
Yes, Macrolane is approved throughout the EU for use in breasts.
How does Macrolane differ from Restylane?
Macrolane™ is a thicker gel developed specifically for volume restoration and body contouring. Restylane® is used for smaller facial corrections. The size of the cannula for Macrolane treatment is accordingly larger than the needle used for Restylane treatment.
How long does the procedure take?
The procedure takes around 30-90 minutes depending on the area treated and the quantity of gel injected. The result can be seen immediately.
How is a Macrolane™ treatment done?
The treatment should be performed in a clinic by a trained physician. The procedure usually requires a local anaesthetic to allow Macrolane to be injected into the selected area. The procedure takes around 30- 90 minutes and the results are immediate. Talk to your physician about any pre- and post treatment requirements.
What is the difference between Macrolane™ treatment and a permanent breast implant?
There are several differences between Macrolane breast treatment and permanent breast implants. While Macrolane is based on hyaluronic acid, a natural substance produced by the body; permanent implants usually consist of material such as silicone that is foreign to the body. Furthermore, Macrolane is biodegradable and is intended for smaller breast enhancements (around one cup size increase) and shaping of the breast. Macrolane treatment is less invasive than permanent implant surgery. Macrolane treatment is performed using local anaesthesia, unlike placement of permanent breast implant that typically
requires general anaesthesia. The downtime after Macrolane treatment is usually much shorter than after permanent implant surgery.
Who can have Macrolane™ treatment?
Macrolane treatment is available to anyone who would like to adjust the shape of their body in a non-permanent way without undergoing a major surgical procedure. Likewise, Macrolane is suitable for people with concerns about undergoing general anaesthesia or surgical scarring. A Macrolane treatment is a short procedure that normally requires a local anaesthetic. This results in minimal disturbance to daily activities or time away from work.
Are there any reasons not to have a Macrolane™ treatment?
As with any medical procedure there might be special requirements that should be evaluated together with your Macrolane physician. Specifically, there should be no active disease, such as inflammation, infection or tumours, in or near the intended treatment site. For breast enhancement you should have no pathological findings in the breasts on preoperative screening.
What happens after Macrolane™ treatment?
After Macrolane treatment you will see the results at once. Following the procedure, the treated area may feel tense or sore for a few days, while the gel settles and puts pressure on the surrounding tissues. Regular over-the-counter painkillers are usually enough to treat this discomfort. While it is recommended to take it easy following the treatment - no heavy exercises or extended pressure - most people continue their normal daily activities shortly thereafter. Your treating physician will give you necessary post treatment advice.
What are the benefits of Macrolane™?
With Macrolane you are able to adjust the shape of your body in a natural, nonpermanent
way. The procedure is fast and requires only local anaesthetic resulting in minimal time away from work or daily activities.
The benefits of Macrolane are:
- You neither undergo a major surgical procedure nor general anaesthesia.
- The treatment does not involve the use of permanent implants or body fat.
- As Macrolane is a non-permanent product, it can be adjusted to changes
- of your body allowing you to stay in control of your looks.
- After the treatment you do not have to worry about extensive scarring.
How long does a treatment last?
The aesthetic improvement usually lasts up to one year. The gel breaks down slowly, as part of a normal process in the body. All bodies are different and individual variability exists. To maintain a satisfactory aesthetic effect, retreatment is generally needed 9-12 months after the initial injection with less volume than the first injection.
How does the gel disappear?
The break down of the Macrolane gel is a slow and gradual process. It is naturally biodegraded by the human body.
Can you breast feed with Macrolane enhanced breasts?
As with any implant it can not be excluded that it might effect breast feeding.However the injection technique to place the Macrolane gel below the mammary gland makes it unlikely that breast feeding will be affected. Also as Macrolane is degraded with time, we expect that Macrolane treatment becomes less and less likely to affect breast feeding from 9 months onwards.
Is Macrolane safe?
Yes, Macrolane is based on the same stabilized hyaluronic acid that has beenused in more than ten million treatments for facial aesthetics with no life threatening related events reported. The safety of Macrolane has been thoroughly evaluated according to relevant standards for medical devices. The safety of Macrolane breast enhancement has been shown in prospective clinical studies as well as post-market follow-up.
Are there any side effects after a Macrolane treatment?
The most common side effect is a slight soreness or swelling at the injection site. The gel can also irritate by pressure on the tissue and cause a slight inflammation. It is a normal and expected reaction to anything injected. The treated area can feel sore and sensitive for a few days. Non-prescription anti
inflammatory pills is usually enough to relief the discomfort. Capsules, felt as firmness in the area treated with Macrolane have been described occasionally in breasts. If this is perceived as a problem it can usually
be corrected with an easy procedure by your physician.
Can Macrolane cause cancer?
Preclinical data support that Macrolane will not cause or induce cancer. No cases
of cancer related to Macrolane have been reported. Note that breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women. Approximately one in every 8-10 women will develop breast cancer at some
stage of her life and the risk depends on a number of factors including family history and reproductive history. Therefore it is not unexpected that women who have undergone Macrolane treatment may also develop cancer, without any relation to the use of Macrolane.
Does Macrolane affect mammography?
As with other breast implants Macrolane may complicate the interpretation of mammographic images. If difficulties with the interpretation of mammograms occur, other radiological investigations, such as ultrasound, can be performed to provide additional diagnostic information.
Patient self examination is also an important method for breast cancer screening and the patients should be instructed that during self examination, the texture of implanted Macrolane gel may be different from that of breast tissue.
Patients should comply with standard breast screening procedures as recommended by their doctors or local health authorities. The patient should inform the radiologist about the implant before mammographic investigation.