A facelift is a popular surgical procedure that aims to rejuvenate the lower third of the face. This surgery can tighten loose skin, reduce wrinkles, and eliminate other signs of ageing to refresh and revitalise the facial aesthetic. A qualified physician – such as our London Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Mr William Townley – can tailor the procedure to suit each patient’s individual needs. Because a facelift is a major surgery, it’s crucial that you prepare for the procedure both physically and mentally. To do so, Mr Townley urges you to keep these important tips in mind: Follow your pre-opera ..read more

During the first few months after breast augmentation surgery, the breasts typically undergo significant changes. Throughout this period, the breasts often look and feel unnatural; for example, the implants tend to sit high on the chest, especially when placed partly under the muscle (submuscular or dual plane), and they may also feel hard to the touch. Although it can be disconcerting, this stage of the breast augmentation process is normal. Your implants will generally require time to “drop and fluff” following the procedure; in other words, they will need to settle into place. Below, our Co ..read more

As one of the most widely performed cosmetic surgeries in the United Kingdom, rhinoplasty can provide patients with a number of benefits – especially in the hands of an experienced Consultant Plastic Surgeon like Mr William Townley. Although some may believe it to be a solely cosmetic procedure, rhinoplasty – sometimes referred to as a “nose job” – can provide functional advantages, as well.  If you are interested in rhinoplasty, you may be a candidate if you meet one or more of these qualifications: You wish to improve the size, shape, and/or positioning of your nose You desire a more s ..read more

Incidentally, rhinoplasty and chin augmentation have a major potential benefit in common: each can provide enhanced balance to the facial aesthetic. As such, patients who desire a more symmetrical or harmonious facial appearance are often considered candidates for one of these two surgeries. Although the two share similar abilities in that regard, they differ dramatically in their treatment areas and the manner in which they are performed. Our Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Mr William Townley, advises his patients to consider the following factors before choosing between chin augmentation and rhi ..read more

While a breast reduction and a breast lift are both specialised surgeries that target the bustline, there are distinct differences that set the two apart. Mr William Townley, our Oxford-educated Consultant Plastic Surgeon, has performed both of these procedures for countless patients throughout his career. As an experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Mr Townley is aware of the profound benefits both of these surgeries can offer – both on their own or when conducted together. Below, please explore an outline of the similarities and differences between breast lift and breast reduction s ..read more

As a consultant plastic surgeon with decades of experience, Mr William Townley is familiar with a myriad of innovative, efficient methods for several cosmetic procedures. In addition to offering advanced options for eyelid rejuvenation and nose reshaping surgery, Mr Townley regularly performs a technique known as the deep plane facelift. This strategy, which requires meticulous surgical skill and profound knowledge of facial anatomy, is generally only employed by experienced top facelift surgeons around the world. A deep plane facelift specifically targets the superficial musculoaponeurotic sy ..read more

Renowned London consultant plastic surgeon William Townley was recently featured on GB News’ “Breakfast with Eamonn and Isabel” segment, where he provided professional insight into Canadian singer Justin Bieber’s diagnosis of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. Bieber announced his diagnosis in a shocking video on Instagram, in which the right side of his face appears to be paralysed. According to Mr Townley, Bieber’s symptoms seem to represent a typical case of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, which affects the facial nerves and can lead to significant pain, discomfort, and disability. Mr Townley explains that Ramsa ..read more

Rhinoplasty is designed to recontour the nose for enhanced facial proportions and aesthetics. That said, while the procedure for restructuring one’s nose is very similar across gender lines, there can be significant differences in the cosmetic preferences that men and women seek out. Our consultant plastic surgeon—William Townley, MD, FRCS—provides bespoke rhinoplasty procedures at his London practice that are uniquely tailored to the cosmetic goals of each patient. Rhinoplasty can accomplish a wide range of outcomes, including; Enlargement or reduction of the overall size of the nose Realign ..read more

London consultant plastic surgeon—Mr William Townley—was recently featured in a You Magazine article written by Daisy White titled “Considering cosmetic surgery? Now’s the time for a nobody knows job”. In the piece, Daisy explores the current boom in plastic surgery and uncovers the multitude of reasons so many women and men are eagerly pursuing cosmetic enhancement. According to Daisy and the accounts of several leading plastic surgeons, the extreme social and behavioral shifts brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic have stoked the desire for plastic surgery among those who can afford it. For ..read more

What is a lift and fill facelift and how does it alter the face? A lift and fill facelift is a modern approach to facial rejuvenation. It involves a combined approach of suspending the deep tissue of the face (lift) and restoring lost volume to help even out facial contours and deliver a soft augmentation through fat injection (fill). By addressing the underlying roots of the ageing process, it is both effective and can deliver a very natural and refreshed look. What is the process of a lift and fill facelift procedure from start to end? The procedure is per ..read more