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OUR PLASTIC AND COSMETIC PROCEDURES

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What is cosmetic surgery?

Mr Simon Mackey, Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon, talks about cosmetic surgery and what it is.

Transcript

Cosmetic surgical procedures are those procedures which are designed to improve appearance.

Now there's often a gain in function with a cosmetic surgical procedure and many of the operations that we use for cosmetic surgery are actually based in reconstructive practice and likewise a number of the procedures that we use for reconstruction are based in cosmetic surgical practice. 

So the two really are interchangeable, but cosmetic surgery is performed by plastic surgeons to improve appearance. 

Meet the team

Our team of surgeons and nurses bring exceptional expertise to Benenden Hospital. Explore their profiles to learn more about their backgrounds, specialisms and commitment to outstanding care.

Adam Blackburn
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Adam Blackburn

Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon

Mr Adam Blackburn specialties include abdominoplasty, breast reduction, uplift and augmentation, thigh lift, and liposuction.

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Christopher Macdonald
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Christopher Macdonald

Consultant Plastic Surgeon

Mr Macdonald's clinical interests include breast reduction surgery, abdominoplasty or tummy tuck, body contouring, brachioplasty or arm lift.

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Simon P Mackey
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Simon P Mackey

Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon

Mr Mackey's clinical interests include breast reduction surgery, mastopexy or breast uplift, abdominoplasty or tummy tuck, brachioplasty or arm lift.

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Lexie Otana

Lexie Otana

Senior Staff Nurse in Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery

Lexie is the Senior Staff Nurse in Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Benenden Hospital.

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FAQs

How much does plastic and cosmetic surgery cost? +

Visit our treatment pages for details of the cost of individual procedures.

How many cosmetic surgeries can I have at once? +

Certain cosmetic procedures pair well together like breast and abdominal surgery, arm and thigh lifts, or facial treatments such as facelifts, eyelid surgery, and chin liposuction.

Combining procedures can be more cost effective and efficient, with just one anaesthetic, hospital stay, and recovery period. However, safety is paramount and surgeons typically limit combinations to one or two additional procedures.

Why shouldn’t I have plastic and cosmetic surgery abroad? +

At Benenden Hospital, we advocate for safe, private surgery where patients can invest in their body, health and confidence. While surgery abroad may appear more affordable, it often comes with increased risks and less stringent regulations.

Upon returning to the UK, many surgeons may be unwilling to address non-urgent concerns related to procedures overseas and it may be more difficult to deal with post-operative complications. In the event of a life-threatening complication, seek immediate care at your nearest A&E department.

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Breast reduction surgery is an operation to remove excess fat, breast tissue and skin from your breasts. It can be carried out on both women and men.

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We've answered your questions about brachioplasty; a body contouring procedure to remove loose skin and fat from the upper arms.

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We answer your questions about abdominoplasty; a body contouring procedure to remove excess belly skin and fat after weight loss.

Mandy Mcdonald, breast reduction patient
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After struggling for years with the physical and mental strain of having large breasts, Mandy had a bilateral breast reduction surgery.

Gill Bates, arm lift surgery patient
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Angela, breast reduction patient at Benenden Hospital
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“I went from a H cup to a D cup after having Breast Reduction Surgery and arm Liposuction at Benenden Hospital,” Says Angela from West Sussex, who self-paid for her surgery under the care of our Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon, Mr Simon Mackey in April 2024. Discover her journey to a better quality of life.

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Eye unit
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Page last reviewed: 04 November 2025