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BUPA CENTRES DERMATOLOGY AND COSMETIC TREATMENTS BY BUPA bupa.co.uk/dermatology-cosmetics BUPA. HELPING YOU FIND HEALTHY
CONTENTS OVERVIEW page 4-6 SKINCARE BY BUPA YOUR CONSULTATION page 8 dermatology page 10 COSMETIC TREATMENTS page 12-16 HOW TO FIND US page 18 OUR CENTRES 3
DERMATOLOGY AND COSMETIC TREATMENTS Whilst strong and highly resilient, MEDICAL EXPERTISE skin is also delicate and sensitive to the smallest changes in your body or oo Bupa’s dermatology and cosmetic the environment – taking good care treatment services are designed and of your skin is very important. delivered by experienced specialists. oo Whether you have general concerns Bupa is committed to helping people look about your skin, or a specific after their skin by offering a specialist problem, you will receive expert care dermatology and cosmetic treatment from our consultant dermatologists, service at several convenient locations, assisted by a specialist doctor and all of which are home to dedicated teams our nursing team. who can tailor an individual treatment oo We recognise that everybody’s skin package to your needs. Our specialists is different, and our consultants will provide both dermatology and cosmetic work with you to devise a bespoke treatments in modern, comfortable programme of treatment that suits surroundings – and there is no need your needs and lifestyle. to be a Bupa member to benefit. CARE YOU CAN TRUST By offering both clinical and cosmetic services, we’re making a wide ranging oo Every Bupa treatment is supported skin service available to the people of by established clinical evidence. Central London at both the existing oo We aim to deliver an excellent Mortimer Street Centre and the brand customer experience every time. new Basinghall Street Health Centre Our centres have been designed to – an impressive new Bupa facility just provide a comfortable, private and minutes from Bank tube station. Bupa’s safe environment for our customers. dermatology and cosmetic treatment oo Every Bupa health centre is services are also available at the Solihull registered with and regulated by the Centre and line and wrinkle treatments at Care Quality Commission, the body a number of our dental centres including; that oversees healthcare facilities Bank (London), Sheffield and Manchester. in the UK. Bupa is proud to make high quality care both affordable and accessible NO NEED TO BE A MEMBER to members and non-members alike. All of our clinic-based health services are also available to non-members and customers with health insurance from other providers. 4
DERMATOLOGY AND COSMETIC TREATMENTS Bupa aims to provide a holistic service TREATMENTS that incorporates both dermatology and cosmetic treatments. By combining Bupa dermatology works with you to both services, our clinical team can deliver treatments that are suited to your develop a truly bespoke treatment individual needs and skin type. package for your skin, as well as provide high quality support throughout your entire treatment. COSMETIC TREATMENTS To help achieve your desired outcome, DERMATOLOGY your cosmetic treatment specialist will carefully assess your skin and advise on Our dermatologists provide consultations, the most appropriate course of treatment. advice and individual treatments for all types of skin complaints. Whether you require a skin cancer check or assistance CONSULTATION with persistent acne, your skin is Our cosmetic treatment specialists will in safe hands. provide an in-depth skin consultation and discuss with you the concerns you have DIAGNOSIS about your skin. By tailoring a treatment package, we can ensure you receive a Being able to provide you with an accurate high standard of care and aim to provide diagnosis is vital in determining the most a cosmetic outcome that you will be appropriate path of treatment. With years happy with. of experience and specialist expertise, our consultant will discuss treatment options with you to decide on the correct course TREATMENTS of treatment. Every cosmetic treatment and product we provide is fully endorsed by our clinical governance team. 6
UNDERSTANDING YOUR OPTIONS The first stage of any treatment is your Having identified your needs, our consultation. Depending on the treatment consultant will then recommend a course and outcome you have in mind, your of treatment, offering you the opportunity consultation will be with an appropriate to discuss their recommendations in detail, Bupa dermatologist, cosmetic doctor, the outcome you can expect and any nurse or therapist. Following your after-care that may be required. By the consultation, you are under no obligation end of your consultation you will have to proceed with treatment. all the information you need to begin treatment, should you decide to proceed. We understand that choosing a treatment is an important decision, which is why we For your peace of mind, we endeavour place particular emphasis on your initial to ensure that the specialist you meet consultation. This session is designed to at your consultation is responsible provide an opportunity to talk through for your treatment. your requirements and discuss any concerns you might have in a relaxed All our cosmetic treatment team are and comfortable setting. Each cosmetic trained and experienced, allowing them consultation begins with an in-depth skin to recommend a suitable treatment assessment. Depending on your proposed for your skin. treatment, this may involve using a UV scanner to examine the surface of your skin. In the case of a laser treatment it would involve determining your skin type and performing a small test. 8
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OUR SERVICES EXPLAINED Skin cancer checks. If you are concerned is complimented by our cosmetic about the risks of skin cancer, or about treatment specialists who can provide an existing skin lesion that has changed treatments and specialist products to in some way, our consultants offer a help control your symptoms or improve thorough examination of your body the appearance of any scarring. to detect suspicious lesions or moles that may require further investigation. Polycystic ovary syndrome. This Should treatment be required, our on-site condition is a combination of ovarian dermatology team can perform a biopsy cysts, acne, hirsutism and obesity that or removal of a lesion – often during the is diagnosed by a simple blood test and same appointment. The biopsy procedure ultrasound scan. Our dermatologists can is quick and you should be able to return recommend an individual acne treatment to work the same day. This service also and appropriate lifestyle changes to help includes expert advice on reducing your relieve your other symptoms. This service personal risk of developing skin cancer. is complimented by dietetic advice and our cosmetics treatment team who can provide Mole removal. Simple skin lesions such laser hair removal and advice on improving as moles are usually entirely harmless, the appearance of any acne scarring. but they can often be unsightly or uncomfortable if they catch or rub on Psoriasis and eczema. These two clothing. Whilst their removal for cosmetic long-term conditions are very common reasons is no longer covered by the NHS inflammatory skin diseases which or health insurance, Bupa offers a self- can cause significant discomfort and funded service. Moles and skin tags can embarrassment. Our dermatologists can be excised or removed by shaving or accurately diagnose your condition and cauterisation – your dermatologist will prescribe a range of treatments suited advise which procedure is most suitable to your individual skin type. for you. You should be able to return to work immediately after either treatment. Warts and verrucas. Whilst rarely serious, warts and verrucas can be Acne. Acne is a common skin condition both troublesome and unsightly. Our that typically affects teenagers and dermatology team offer a range of young adults. Whilst rarely serious, it treatments to tackle these conditions, is a condition that can be extremely including cryotherapy which uses distressing both socially and professionally. liquid nitrogen to freeze the area. Our dermatologist can advise you on an Your consultant may recommend appropriate course of treatment for your immunotherapy, which is a process that individual skin type, conducting further stimulates your immune system to fight investigations if appropriate. This service the condition, or an injection of Bleomycin directly into the wart or verruca itself. 10
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OUR SERVICES EXPLAINED ACNE TREATMENTS LINE AND WRINKLE TREATMENTS Acne and its associated scarring can have Simple actions such as drinking plenty a real impact on your quality of life and of water and maintaining a good skincare self-confidence. Most common amongst routine can help keep lines and wrinkles teenagers, acne can also affect people well at bay. However, things such as stress, into their adult life. smoking, sun exposure, atmospheric pollution and simply modern life in Our cosmetic treatment specialists will general can all contribute to wrinkles devise a bespoke package of treatment appearing prematurely. that is specifically designed for your skin. By combining proven medicines, products Bupa’s range of non-surgical cosmetic and treatments, our team will work with treatments can help make your skin look you to help take control of your acne and fresher and more youthful by helping improve the overall appearance of your combat the tell-tale signs of early skin. Our treatments are not just limited skin ageing. to facial acne either, our experts can treat other areas of the body prone to AREAS WHICH CAN BE TREATED the condition such as backs and chests. Whatever type or severity of acne you oo Frown lines between eyes suffer, we have effective treatments oo Forehead lines that can help, along with the specialist oo ‘Crow’s feet’ around the eyes expertise required to lessen scarring. oo Lines around the mouth. MINOR SURGICAL PROCEDURES Our cosmetic treatment specialists offer a range of treatments for lines and wrinkles, If you are concerned about the appearance including injections such as dermal fillers. or awkward position of a minor skin lesion These, combined with other procedures such as a mole, skin tag or scar, we are such as skin rejuvenation can significantly here to help. Our cosmetic treatment enhance the overall result of your specialists use a range of safe and treatment – creating a younger, convenient procedures to remove them fresher looking you. – often quickly enough to have done during your lunch break. Please refer to You can find out about the benefits the Medical Dermatology section of this of each individual treatment on the brochure for more information. following pages. 12
COSMETIC TREATMENTS WRINKLE TREATMENTS DERMAL FILLERS These treatments are often used to reduce This procedure can be used to create fuller frown lines, forehead lines and the ‘crow’s lips or fill out unsightly lines around the feet’ that form around the eyes. mouth, nose and cheeks to create a subtle, smoother appearance. HOW THE TREATMENT WORKS HOW THE TREATMENT WORKS Wrinkle treatments target specific facial muscles. This helps to stop the formation A skin-friendly gel is injected into deep of lines and wrinkles, resulting in a wrinkles to lift and smooth out the skin. smoother, more youthful appearance. Whereas wrinkle treatments affect the The whole process usually takes less than muscles that cause lines, dermal fillers 30 minutes, making it ideal for fitting work by filling the wrinkles or creases into your busy schedule. You may to add volume to the skin. The treatment encounter a small amount of swelling time can take around 30 minutes, though or bruising after the treatment, which a larger area may take longer. may last a few days. The treatment may cause mild bruising The full cosmetic benefits of each wrinkle or swelling that can last for a few days, treatment take effect within around however you can wear make-up straight 14 days and can last for up to four months, away. Treatments can be repeated every so it’s perfect for those special occasions eight to nine months and your cosmetic such as birthdays or weddings. Before your treatment specialist will assess your skin first course of treatment your cosmetic to advise on the best course of treatment treatment specialist will discuss the results to maintain your desired appearance. you can expect to see and when you might need to repeat the treatment to maintain your desired appearance. 13
OUR SERVICES EXPLAINED SKIN REJUVENATION MEDICAL MICRODERMABRASION Taking care of your skin is both an This modern procedure helps to treat fine investment in yourself and an effective way lines, wrinkles, blocked pores, scarred to reduce the cosmetic impact of ageing, tissue, sun damage and blemishes. sun damage, neglect or skin that has been affected by hormonal changes. HOW THE TREATMENT WORKS HEALTHIER, YOUNGER LOOKING SKIN Medical microdermabrasion involves spraying a micro-fine mist of crystals to Skin rejuvenation treatments could help exfoliate and resurface your skin, helping to improve your skin’s elasticity, remove it look and feel smoother. This treatment unsightly skin pigmentation and acne is suitable for all skin types, resulting quickly and easily, without surgery. Bupa in healthier, fresher looking skin with offers a number of skin rejuvenation improved elasticity and texture. Facial treatments. Our cosmetic treatment treatments usually take 20 to 30 minutes specialists will help you choose which and afterwards you can apply make-up treatments best meet your needs: straight away. A healthy glow is often oo visible after the first session, with longer medical microdermabrasion lasting effects achieved after a course of oo skin peels four to six sessions. Your cosmetic expert oo laser skin rejuvenation will recommend the best way to maintain oo acne and rosacea reduction your appearance, typically through top-up treatments every one to two months. oo thread vein removal Our range of services and clinical equipment have been carefully selected to ensure the high quality of your treatment. During your initial consultation, our cosmetic specialist will advise you on the treatment or treatments that are most appropriate for your skin and desired outcome. You can find out about the benefits of each individual treatment on the following pages. 14
COSMETIC TREATMENTS SKIN PEELS LASER SKIN REJUVENATION Hectic daily life and the environment This rejuvenation treatment is designed can cause an excessive build-up of dead to produce younger and healthier looking skin cells that give your complexion a skin – ideal for reducing the visible signs lifeless, dull appearance. Skin peels will of ageing, exposure to the sun, blemishes, not only give your skin a healthy glow, blotching and acne scarring. they can also successfully treat superficial discolouration, blemishes, blocked pores, HOW THE TREATMENT WORKS acne scars, blackheads and fine lines. Removing the outer layer reveals fresher, Laser light energy gradually plumps up your smoother skin underneath. skin, filling out shallow or superficial scars and fine lines, leaving it with a healthier HOW THE TREATMENT WORKS and more youthful look. Treatment takes around 10 to 20 minutes. The skin may By shedding the outer skin, a firmer layer appear red or slightly swollen immediately is formed, which is both healthier and after treatment, but this should disappear less mottled. The treatment will take completely within 24 hours. around half an hour and with a lighter peel you should be able to return to your SKIN TIGHTENING commitments straight away without any redness or flaking. However, we Skin tightening is a laser treatment which recommend you use the recovery cream improves skin texture and tone on the as required after your treatment and wear face and body. A course of treatments is sunblock when outdoors. Although you required to obtain the very best results. will normally see improvements after your first treatment, your cosmetic treatment specialist will discuss a recommended HOW THE TREATMENT WORKS initial course and when top-ups should The laser heats an area of the inner layer take place. of the skin called the dermis. As this area is gently heated, a natural reaction occurs that encourages the creation of new collagen. This new collagen improves the texture, elasticity and tone of the skin. Not all treatments are available at all Bupa centres, please check when booking. 15
OUR SERVICES EXPLAINED ACNE AND ROSACEA REDUCTION LASER HAIR REMOVAL Laser treatment has become a popular Most hair removal techniques are and very effective way to clear up acne. temporary and require time-consuming This treatment offers long lasting results treatments, sometimes even on a daily as it targets the root physical cause basis. Laser treatment is a long lasting of the condition. solution for the removal of excess or unwanted hair. Our cosmetic treatment specialist will advise you on laser HOW THE TREATMENT WORKS treatments suitable for your individual skin Light from the laser helps destroy type. Laser hair removal is also an effective the bacteria that inflame the skin treatment for medical conditions which and causes acne. cause an unwanted increase in hair growth, such as polycystic ovary syndrome. THREAD VEIN REMOVAL HOW THE TREATMENT WORKS Although harmless, thread veins tend to occur as the skin ages and becomes Laser hair removal is an effective and thinner. They usually affect the face, but proven method of long lasting hair thread veins on the body and legs can removal. Advances in technology mean also be removed with similar ease. that treatment can now be offered for most skin types. Treatment can take anything from a few minutes up to an HOW THE TREATMENT WORKS hour depending on the area. As hairs enter the growth phase at different Laser treatments can remove thread veins stages, removal of all hair can take quickly and effectively, usually with little from six to eight sessions. or no scarring. Two or three sessions are often all that is required to leave your skin The most commonly treated areas for looking smooth and blemish-free. women include upper lips, under arms, bikini and full legs and for men, backs, chests and abdomen. The number and frequency of treatments will be discussed at your first consultation following a review of your medical history, an assessment of your skin/hair type and the results of a test patch. For your safety and comfort, our cosmetic treatment specialists are highly trained in the use of laser equipment. 16
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HOW TO FIND US FOR E ST MOORGATE LONDON WALL LON Whether you have a specific T D ON W AD S ALL E ST NEW BUPA LIVERPOOL skin concern, or simply wish LE GRANDE KING EDWARD ST BRO STREET HEALTH CENTRE URY NOBL D ST to enhance the look and feel OLD ANB ATE WOO E ON AV BASINGHALL ST SG of your skin, high quality ERM GRE P AN ST ST MARTIN’S SHA HO ALD GMORT M ST dermatology and cosmetic BIS ER LN M COLE treatments are now available NEW THRO WOOD ST FOST GA at two Central London Bupa TE ST GRESHA ST M ST ST AD LOTHBU RO MILK RY KING ST THROGMORTON ST Centres, as well as in Solihull. DB WRY AXE PRIN OL CHEAPS OLD JE ST PAUL’S BANK OF IDE ST ARY DLE CES ST PAUL’S CATHEDRAL ENGLAND ONE NEE EAD M NEW S THR GE ST POULT ST CHANGE ROYAL LANE REET RETAIL RY EXCHANGE NEW CHAN QUEEN ST ST P CORNHILL LEADENHALL ST D ST AUL BOW ’S CHU BANK/DLR RCH WATLI ST BREA ORIA YAR N LLOYDS G ST D EN VICT LOM CAN QUE K KIN ST NON BAR ST ROO DS RCH GW LB T ILL ECHU WA CAN IAM QUEEN VICTORI NON A ST QUEEN ST ST GRAC E ST MANSION ST HOUSE FENCHURCH ST LIM MOORGATE RIVER THAM UPPE Bupa ESBasinghall R THA MES SHealth Centre T MONUMENT 4 Basinghall Street, London, EC2V 5BQ Euston Square RC IRCLE Warren OUTE Street Great Portland R D TON A4 EUS Street A4 20 00 0 Regent’s A501 Park T E ES AC PL N PL MA ST TO ING B506 D RR AN TO WL HO OX University of London UTH ST FO Goodge O WEYM Street RD PORT University RO of Westminster AD LAND ST NDISH A4 CAVE BUPA 00 NEW ST CENTRE BLO O EET MS STR BU New IMER MORT RY man ST St REGEN 4 A520 Tottenham ROAD T ST OXFORD Court Rd Oxford Soho Circus Square Bond Street A400 ST Bupa OXFORD Mortimer Street Centre 53 Mortimer Street, London, W1W 8HR 18
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