Until 2002 cosmetic surgeons may not have had specialist training.  Many cosmetic surgeons operate on different parts of the body which would normally be the specialist areas of other types of doctors.  This means that some cosmetic surgeons may be doing breast enlargements one day and surgery to treat drooping eye bags the next.

Whilst the quality of treatment given by many cosmetic surgeons is very good, some make unsatisfactory errors.

Common cosmetic surgery claims

We have succesfully obtained compensation for many clients who have come to us with their cosmetic surgery claim. Claims arise from:

• Failure to obtain informed consent
• Breast enlargement
• Breast reduction
• Face lifts
• Nose reshaping (rhinoplasty)
• Brow lifts
• Laser skin resurfacing
• Cosmetic dentistry
• Tummy tucks or Gastric band surgery
• Other complications of surgery such as damaging nerves, arteries and organs.

Mistakes after cosmetic surgery

Sometimes doctors and nurses make mistakes during whilst patients are recovering from surgery.  Common errors include failing to notice that a patient is developing an infection.

Contracting an infection is not always a sign of negligence but failing to note the signs of infection may be. Neglected infection can be much worse than infection treated early.

Contact us to talk about your cosmetic surgery claim

Please call 0800 916 9049, email enquiries@rjwslatergordon.co.uk or use the short cosmetic surgery online claim form. Our dedicated medical negligence solicitors offer a free initial consultation to evaluate the circumstances of your accident and help you understand whether or not you have a case.  They will also be able to discuss your funding options and any time constraints for bringing a cosmetic surgery claim.

With offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Sheffield, Cardiff and Edinburgh RJW can offer immediate and accessible representation anywhere in the UK.