Cosmetic Surgery in Singapore

A wide variety of cosmetic procedures are available through the cosmetic clinics in Singapore, including skin procedures, facial surgeries, rhinoplasties, and face lifts, as well as procedures on the body such as liposuction, abdominoplasty and body contouring. All of the procedures are state of the art and are offered at a reduced cost to those done in the western countries.

Cosmetic surgery has been commonplace in Singapore for quite some time but only recently has cosmetic surgery taken hold as a major contributor to tourism in Singapore. Many feel that Asia, in particular wealthier countries such as Singapore and Malaysia, have caught up with the more traditional cosmetic surgery destinations such as United States in recent years.

Some doctors state that 75% of their business comes through medical tourism. Tourists can spend a fair amount of time in Singapore, and the average length of stay, including surgery, is approximately fourteen days. Patients are allowed to relax in plush Singapore surroundings as they recover from their procedure. The most common procedures are eye procedures, nose procedures and breast augmentation or reduction. The cost for a nose procedure, for example, is about £1,400 or USD$2,800 and the cost for eyelid surgery is £1,100 or USD$2,200.

Many of the local hospitals in Singapore are completely set up to receive cosmetic surgery visitors. They offer aesthetics centres especially for cosmetic surgery. Almost all of the facilities are private hospitals with accredited surgeons who primarily see foreign clients. Many doctors are accredited through the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, and the hospitals will boast a highly professional team of plastic surgeons, dermatologists, dentists and aesthetic practitioners who provide a broad spectrum of aesthetic services, cosmetic surgeries, cosmetic dentistry as well as programmes for weight management and anti-ageing. Some hospitals also offer specially-developed facial and massage therapies that support the clinical aesthetic treatments and pamper their clients. Cosmetic surgery in Singapore, regardless of the location is part of the highest degree of quality; with state of the art facilities on what is one of Asia's most developed and forward thinking societies.