Injured by a Negligent Hairdresser

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Injured by a Negligent Beautician

For more videos you can go to the Beauty Treatment Solicitors YouTube page and learn more about the different beauty treatments you can claim compensation for if injured by a negligent professional.

Compensation for Negligent Facelift Surgery

Facelift Surgery

The UK’s third most popular cosmetic procedure is a Rhytidectomy, commonly known as a Facelift. This procedure is not only popular with women, but there has also been a 23% increase in men receiving this procedure between 2008 and 2009.

The purpose of a facelift is to reverse the natural aging effects by tightening the skin and muscles in the face. This then works to reduce wrinkles and appear more youthful. A surgeon will cut away skin and excess fat from the face so they can then tighten the soft tissue. The client’s skin is the repositioned on the face and secured with sutures.

A face lift is a procedure which generally lasts for 3-4 hours and requires very skilful surgeons. A surgeon’s method of operation differs from another, so a client must do extensive research about their practitioner before undergoing surgery.

Increasing competition in the UK’s cosmetic surgery sector means there is a lack of regulation, and with this comes great room for error. Patients should be offered a medical consultation before their surgery to make sure they are fit for theatre.

An asymmetrical facial appearance, uneven skin texture and permanent scaring on the face are what constitute a botched cosmetic surgery. Any of these imperfections will need further surgery to rectify the mistakes, leading to further expenses and emotional and physical turmoil on your behalf. Not to mention the possibility of infection during and after surgery.

Each patient has the right to expect a professional surgical procedure when putting their trust in a medical professional. Surgeons many be considered negligent if they fail to achieve the aesthetic appeal that was intended, or if they have caused the client additional pain and expenses. Claiming compensation for negligent facelift surgery is the least you deserve after a botched cosmetic surgery procedure.

Claim Compensation for Negligent Eyelid Surgery

Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery as it is most commonly know, is a cosmetic procedure which involves the removal of fat and skin deposits from around the eyelids. The purpose is to decrease the appearance of bags under the lower eyelids and drooping skin causing hoods on the upper eyelids. This is the second most popular cosmetic procedure for both men and women in the UK to date.

A lot of the time eyelid surgery is undergone purely for aesthetic purposes, with the aim of reversing the visible signs of natural aging. However this surgery can also be underwent to achieve a functional purpose. The surgery has a high success rate and is considered relatively safe, though surgery around the eyes make the risk more dramatic when it comes to being injured or receiving a botched cosmetic surgery.

There is always the risk with this type of cosmetic procedure that the surgeon will be inexperienced or poorly trained to carry out this type of treatment. With that in mind, there is an increased chance that the surgeon performing this surgery could be negligent, meaning the client would receive a botched treatment that could have permanent irreversible effects.     

Patients undergoing eyelid surgery have a right to expect the operation will be carried out by someone who is skilled in this area of surgery. If the surgeon fails to provide the essential duty of care to the client, then this is classed as negligence. To claim compensation for negligent eyelid surgery is common because of these negligent professionals. I you wish to receive eyelid surgery compensation, seek expert legal advice from a firm who specialise in all types of cosmetic surgery compensation claims.

Claiming Compensation for Tummy Tuck Operations

Known most commonly as Tummy tuck surgery, Abdominoplasty aims to remove unwanted excess skin and fat leaving the stomach tighter and flatter. This procedure is not used as a substitute for slimming techniques, but rather for those people who are unable to get rid of fat any other way. The abdominal muscle which naturally sags with age is effectively re-sculpted and the muscle is tightened.     

Surgeries of this nature carry a set of inherent risks, yet a shockingly high percentage of cosmetic clinics fail to safeguard their patient’s health by taking the right precautions. This kind of negligence is what leads to botched aesthetic results and surgical errors. Not only is the number of tummy tuck operations increasing every year, but so is the number of dissatisfied patients seeking compensation from the clinic.

It is essential that a medical consultation is properly conducted before this surgery, as it will show whether a person is able to have this surgery without suffering any complications. Infected wounds are an ever present risk with this surgery, so properly sterilised equipment is a must at all times. Excessive bleeding is also a potential complication with this sort of surgery, with the possibility of blood cots and plummeting blood pressure.   

Claiming compensation for tummy tuck operations is awarded because of the physical and emotional pain of this procedure. Not to mention the suffering and financial loss that comes too. Persons injured should seek stomach operation compensation from specialist cosmetic surgery solicitors as they can claim you the compensation you deserve.

Claim Compensation for Nose Surgery Causing Pain

Colloquially known as a ‘nose job’ and technically known as Rhinoplasty, Nose reshaping surgery is a cosmetic procedure which has bombarded the UK since early in 2009. Both men and women are undergoing this extremely complex cosmetic surgery, where skin from on the nose if removed to expose the bone and cartilage, before manipulating the bone and restoring the skin back to its original position. Once the desired effect is achieved, the nose is taped up and held in position.

Nose reshaping is most commonly done for aesthetic purposes, yet this is not its only use. Many people seek nose reshaping surgery for corrective purposes, for example restricted air flow through the nasal passages. There are a wide range of possibilities, yet they are all limited by the nose of the individual. Success rates for this procedure are on the increase, yet there is still considerable room for human error. Not to mention the general risks and complication involved with the procedure.

The surgeon must provide a full medical background check on the patient before surgery, as in severe cases of excessive blood loss, this can lead to the blood pressure falling to extremely dangerous levels and the patient could suffer a cardiac arrest. However the most common scenario is disfigurement. Further corrective surgery will then be needed, costing time, money and pain. This can also cause permanent damage to the structure of the nose in attempts to fix the mistakes.    

You can claim compensation for nose surgery if the desired aesthetic or functional use of the nose has been compromised. As well as seeking compensation for nose surgery causing pain and the mental pain and anguish, clients also see compensation for the additional costs of corrective surgery because of a negligent surgeon.

Laser Skin Resurfacing that Damaged the Skin

Laser Skin Resurfacing

A laser skin peel, formally known as Laser Skin Resurfacing, has created upheaval in the world of cosmetic surgery, as it is now considered one of the most sort-after cosmetic treatments in the UK to date. The procedure is said to be safer than micro-dermabrasion and chemical skin peels due to the advanced technology it utilises. 


The process of laser skin resurfacing includes mild radiation from a laser light is reflected onto a patch of skin, normally around they eyes, mouth and cheeks which destroys an outer layer of skin to expose the dermis layer of skin underneath. The laser’s energy will then heat the dermis which encourages a natural production of collagen. 


This procedure is effectively safe when performed by a true professional, yet the dangers lie in how much experience and qualifications the practitioner has. This procedure is both delicate and precise with no room for error, as the laser could easily cause burns, scarring and blistering if it has been exposed to the skin for too long. 

Patients should expect to be treated by fully qualifies and competent staff, then sign a consent form to affirm their understanding of the dangers and issues included. If a cosmetic surgeon has failed to do required medical checks of the patient before continuing, then the patient is able to claim compensation for laser skin resurfacing if an injury occurs. Suing for laser skin resurfacing is what an expert solicitor is able to do for you.

Compensation for Laser Eye Surgery Injuries

Laser Eye Surgery

Vision Correction Surgery, more commonly known as laser eye surgery has increased in popularity as both men and women are finding this treatment more affordable as it grows in interest. The surgery creates an alternative to wearing glasses or contact lenses for those living with an eye condition, such as long or short sightedness. 


Over 100,000 patients per annum in the UK alone are having this surgery, as it has become some what of a celebrity inspired trend, with personalities such as Tiger Woods to Sir Elton John having this surgical procedure. As the demand for laser eye surgery increases, so does the percentage of people suffering complications caused by negligent professionals and botched treatments.    


A pre-operative consultation is a necessity before undergoing laser eye surgery to spot if there will be any complications. For example, a client will be unsuitable for this surgery if they have an eye condition such as Glaucoma or Cataracts, down to diabetes and pregnancy. Other factors should also be taken into consideration before this surgery, and it is down to the surgeon to conduct such tests before continuing. 

Botched laser eye surgery can have devastating effects for a patient. Besides the pain and suffering of a botched procedure, potential blindness is also a possibility which would affect every aspect of that person’s life! Claiming compensation for laser eye surgery injuries is the least you deserve if you have suffered at the hand of a negligent professional. You have to think, is laser eye vision really worth it when you weigh up the pros and cons?

Hair Transplant Injuries

Now-a-days men are equally concerned about their appearance as women. Statistics show that over 60% of men are facing the harrowing effects of baldness before they have even reached their 40^th birthday. TV personality Gordon Ramsey and professional photographer Nigel Barker have both undergone expensive hair transplant surgery for simple vanity reasons. But is undergoing surgery the right answer, or do you think men should try to accept their baldness and embrace it?

Do you know the extent of a hair transplant? Such surgeries involve the removal of hair follicles from one area and implanting the donated hair into the balding area. £30,000 is a price only acceptable to a small minority of clients, and at this price you would expect guaranteed success, however this is not always the case. It is shocking how many men have had a botched hair transplant, therefore having to face both the physical and emotional damage of such procedures.

If the expensive process of extracting healthy follicles is performed by an unqualified or under trained practitioner, the patient could be left permanently and noticeably scarred. Where scarring is particularly bad, it is often the case that the incision in the scalp has become infected which just emphasises the importance of hygiene in this field.

Hair transplant surgery is conducted under local anaesthetic, so it is essential that medical checks are carried out to prevent any complications. Patients have a legal right to expect that their surgery will be performed in a competent manner. If anyone has received a botched hair transplant or has fell victim to a negligent practitioner, compensation for hair transplants gone wrong is what our expert lawyers can help you claim.

Compensation for Hair Loss Caused By Bleaching

Hair loss from hair bleaching

Being blonde myself, I am no exception to the worry of hair loss from bleaching. Of course we all strive for individuality and uniqueness with our hair colour, length and style, but I am left to wonder is it really worth it? Men and Women all over the country are finally opening their eyes to the reality of bottle bleaching, and reflect on how in a short space of time the dramatic effects have struck. 

 

Do you know what is in hair bleach now-a-days? Hydrogen peroxide and ammonium hydroxide are an acidic chemical mixture that temporarily or permanently damages the hair follicles and roots. When these chemicals react together they work as a stripping agent that breaks down the
Melanin from your hair. (The pigment which gives your hair its natural colour) Once the hair is stripped back to its natural yellow state, the bleach continues to damage protein in the hair. Moisture is wicked away from the hair, leaving it extremely dry and brittle. If this toxic mixture is left on the hair for an excessive amount of time, this is when the hair become very fragile and will start to snap and fall out.

When a follicle has been severely damaged, there is a strong possibility that hair will no longer re-grow. A fully trained hairdresser must be cautious and confident as to how long the bleach should be left on your hair. If they misjudge the timing of the hair in conjunction to how dark your natural hair is, this is when you face a problem and irreversible damage may be done.

It is in the best interest of the client to perform a skin patch test before bleaching the hair. Unfortunately many hair salons fail to conduct this test on new clients, therefore resulting in bald patches caused by hair bleaching, allergic reactions, damage to the hair follicles and chemical burns. Clients have a legal right to expect that their treatment will be performed in a professional manner. If not, then they can claim compensation for hair loss due to such professional negligence.