Whether we admit it or not, we all want to look our best. If you are convinced that to achieve that purpose you need a bit of a nip and tuck, Cape Town is the place to do it. With the world-leading expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, South Africa is a global leader in cosmetic surgery. No wonder cosmetic surgery is practically a South African national hobby!

The range of offerings is very wide and includes Abdominoplasty (Tummy tuck), Breast Augmentation (Augmentation Mammaplasty), Facelift (Rhytidectomy), Liposuction (Suction assisted lipectomy), Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty), Otoplasty (ear pinning) and many more. Costs are considerably lower than overseas, while quality is considered to be equal or higher. South African plastic surgeons are among the World's best. An entire "cosmetic surgery tourism" industry spun around the growing number of tourists who wish to go home with more than just tan. They have an affordable world-class plastic surgery, recuperate in a luxurious hotel by the pool, and then go on a safari. The cost of entire holiday comes to the cost of surgery alone back home.    

So if you have decided that scalpel is your best new friend, remember to explore all your options thoroughly. When choosing a cosmetic surgeon, ask you GP for a recommendation. Alternatively, a surgeon recommended by somebody that has already been through the treatments, had a good outcome and a positive experience is always a safe bet.

Last updated: September 29, 2008